Culture & History Tour in Ghana
Discover Ghana’s rich cultural traditions, royal heritage, ancient kingdoms, and powerful trans-Atlantic slave trade history. This 7-day journey takes you through Accra, Cape Coast, Elmina, Kakum National Park, and the historic Ashanti Kingdom in Kumasi.
At a Glance
Highlight Points
- Explore Accra’s historical monuments: Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, Independence Square & W.E.B. Du Bois Centre
- Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites: Cape Coast & Elmina Castles
- Visit Assin Manso Slave River – the “Last Bath” site
- Experience Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway
- Learn Ashanti traditions at Manhyia Palace Museum
- Visit craft villages for Kente weaving & Adinkra cloth stamping
- Engage with local communities and hear authentic cultural stories
- Comfortable accommodation and professional guides throughout
Overview
This immersive 7-day tour highlights Ghana’s most important cultural and historical landmarks. From the vibrant urban culture of Accra to the emotional experience of Cape Coast Castle, and the royal legacy of the Ashanti Kingdom, you’ll explore Ghana’s living traditions and historical narratives with expert local guides.
You will visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, royal palaces, sacred sites, cultural villages, traditional artisans, and historical monuments—making this tour perfect for history lovers, cultural travelers, researchers, and groups seeking authentic experiences.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1: Arrival in Accra & Cultural Welcome
Your guide meets you upon arrival at Kotoka International Airport or your hotel. Receive a cultural welcome and introduction to Ghanaian traditions, customs, and the significance of your upcoming tour. Visit the Arts Centre for crafts, carvings, and cultural interactions. Settle into your hotel for relaxation.
- Max elevation: Lowland
- Duration: Full Day
- Distance: 20–30 km
- Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel in Accra
Day 2: Day 2: Accra City Heritage Tour
Your Accra exploration begins with major historical landmarks: Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum Independence Square W.E.B. Du Bois Centre Continue to Jamestown, Accra’s oldest community, for a walking tour featuring colonial buildings, lighthouses, and cultural murals. Afternoon leisure or optional nightlife experience.
- Max elevation: Lowland
- Duration: Full Day
- Distance: 40 km
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Accra
Day 3: Day 3: Cape Coast Castle & Slave Route History
Travel to the Central Region and tour the historic Cape Coast Castle, one of West Africa’s most significant slave trade sites. Walk through the dungeons, museum, and the emotional “Door of No Return.” After lunch, explore the fishing community and interact with locals to understand daily coastal life.
- Max elevation: Coastal Lowland
- Duration: 6–8 Hours
- Distance: 150 km (Accra → Cape Coast)
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
- Accommodation: Beach Hotel in Cape Coast
Day 4: Day 4: Elmina Castle & Traditional Fishing Village
Begin the morning with a tour of Elmina Castle, built in 1482 and the oldest European structure in Sub-Saharan Africa. Learn about Portuguese and Dutch trade history in Ghana.Continue to the vibrant Elmina fishing village for cultural demonstrations, canoe-building techniques, and drumming lessons.
- Max elevation: Lowland
- Duration: Full Day
- Distance: 20–30 km
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
- Accommodation: Beach Hotel in Cape Coast
Day 5: Day 5: Kakum National Park & Assin Manso Slave River
Start the day with a trip to Kakum National Park for a rainforest walk and the famous Canopy Walkway. Afterward, visit Assin Manso, a spiritual memorial site where enslaved Africans were bathed before forced transport. Experience the preserved river site and the African Ancestral Wall.Evening transfer to Kumasi, the heart of the Ashanti Kingdom.
- Max elevation: Forest Lowland
- Duration: Full Day
- Distance: 170–200 km
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kumasi
Day 6: Day 6: Ashanti Kingdom Cultural Tour
Experience Ashanti royalty and culture:Manhyia Palace Museum (royal residence of Ashanti Kings).Prempeh II Jubilee Museum.National Cultural Centre
- Max elevation: Lowland
- Duration: Full Day
- Distance: 40–60 km
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kumasi
Day 7: Day 7: Departure from Ghana
After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time before your guide transfers you to the airport (Kumasi or Accra, depending on your flight).Receive a farewell cultural gift and short goodbye ceremony.
- Max elevation: Lowland
- Duration: Half Day
- Distance: 20–250 km (depends on airport)
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: (Departure Day)
Package Price: $ 1,600.00
Includes
✅ Professional driver & certified tour guide
✅ Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
✅ 6 nights hotel accommodation
✅ All listed entrance fees
✅ Meals: 6 Breakfasts + 5 Lunches + 1 Dinner
✅ Bottled water throughout the trip
✅ Cultural demonstrations & workshops
Excludes
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Dinners (except Day 1)
❌ Alcoholic beverages
❌ Tips & personal expenses
❌ Visa fees
FAQs
Yes, it is family-friendly and suitable for all fitness levels.
Absolutely—custom cultural stops, extra days, or festival participation can be added.
Light clothing, comfortable shoes, camera, sunscreen, insect repellent.
Yes, they are powerful historical sites; your guide will provide supportive and respectful storytelling.
Note: This trip package includes all the essentials for an unforgettable experience. Prices are subject to change.