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10 DAYS CULTURAL & HERITAGE TOUR

10 DAYS CULTURAL & HERITAGE TOUR

$1850 / per person
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We invite you to join us on our 10 Day Culture & Heritage Tour of Ghana. An unforgettable journey into a land rich in history and culture full of traditions. Ghanaians are noted for their warmth, friendliness and hospitality with rich and vibrant culture as a fascinating repository of cultural heritage.

 

Trip Highlights;

• Accra Exploration
• Faana Village
• Assin Manso Slave Market & River
• Cape Coast Castle
• Elmina Castle
• Kakum Canopy Walk & Slave Market
• Naming Ceremony
• African Drum & Dance Performance
• Kumasi Exploration

 

Itinerary;

Day 1: Once you have arrived at Kotoka International airport you will go through all formalities and after you have come out from the immigration you will be met by a guide. Should it be that your flight arrives at night there will be snacks awaiting to fill any stomach which is empty. We will get on our bus and drive straight to our hotel for the night. We would not spend much time on briefings and allow you to check in and settle in for the night. We will have welcome drinks in the evening where we get to meet our incountry trip leaders as well as everyone on this trip with us.

 

Day 2: We will spend the entire day exploring Accra. We will visit the Independence Square, the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum which is the final resting place of the first president of Ghana. We will also visit the Makola market. We will have a tour of the historical James town. We will have lunch and proceed W.E.B Du Bois Memorial Centre which is a Pan-African Culture is a memorial place, a research facility. We will also learn about the American sociologist, socialist, historian, civil rights activist, Pan-Africanist, author, writer and editor Du Bois. In the evening, after dinner we will be at the Afrochella concert.

 

Day 3: We will drive to the community of Tsokome. Today we will visit the Densu Estuary. We will go on a dugout canoe ride to the village of Faana, a settlement with over 400 residents trapped in-between the sea and the Densu river. The settlements is about to myths and superstitions. To live on the island, one must confirm not to give birth or dies. During the tour we will learn about the history of the settlements. We get back to our hotel to relax and have dinner, preparing for Afrochella Concert in the evening.

 

Day 4: We will have breakfast and depart heading west into the Central Region of Ghana. En route we will visit the Assin Manso Slave Market. This is the final and the last point of the slaves before they travel through the virgin forest for 3 weeks to the castles and are shipped to the unknown world. After the tour we will have lunch and proceed to Cape Coast. In arrival at Cape Coast we will check in our accommodation and visit the Cape Coast castle. We will stay the night at Cape Coast. Depending on how we feel, we will go out to see nightlife in Cape Coast where we go out for a live band music concert.

 

Day 5: We will go on the next step of our journey. Today we will visit the Kakum National Park, one of the few existing canopies walkway in the world. We will have a canopy walk and after the tour at the rainforest we will head to Elmina, Ghana’s top most historical destination. In Elmina we will visit the Elmina Castle, the oldest European building in existence below the Sahara, the fort Jago, and the salt mining village. Today we will do a reverential walk or return from the dungeons to the fore court of the Elmina Castle and through the town pass the ancient historical buildings. Later in the day we will go for cruise tour on the Benya mangroves before heading back to our hotel for the night.

 

Day 6: We will spend time in the morning on the top view of the Bridge House where we will have an awesome time seeing the local fishermen sailing back into the lagoon and port of Elmina. Today we will take time to learn about some of the historical and very old buildings of Elmina during the days of slavery. There will be an immersion into the culture and the tradition of the people of Ghana. Back to your root means you are back home and to your people. According to our culture people are given names based on the day they are born. Today we will visit the chief palace where we pay homage to the chief and his elders. We will learn about true traditions and culture of the people before the arrival of the Europeans. There will be a naming ceremony and we will be given our root names. After the ceremony we will visit homes and communities to see the way of life of the people and have a deeper insight of our tradition. Later in the day we will be engaged in an African drumming and dancing workshop.

 

Day 7: We will have a full day rest and relaxation. Later in the day we will visit one of the few project we support in Ghana. Signing up on this trip makes you a part of our supporters making impact in the lives of people in Ghana. You will also have the chance to explore on your own on that day.

 

Day 8: We will drive to Kumasi . We will visit the Manhyia Palace which is the seat of King of the Ashanti Empire where we will be portrayed to the rich culture of this powerful kingdom and its people. We will visit the cultural center, the sword monument of Okomfo Anokye, the Kumasi fort, and the Kejetia market, West Africa’s busiest and largest open air market. Kumasi is a vibrant city and we will go down the street into some of the local pups tonight and witness night life in the Garden City of Ghana.

 

Day 9: Shortly after breakfast we will pack and depart to Accra. Enroute we will visit the Bonwire Kente Village. We will learn about the different type of Kente cloths and its significance to the Ghanaian culture. From here we will proceed to Accra where we check in our accommodation. In the evening, we will have a buffet dinner to congratulate ourselves for taking this trip and sharing our experience and how this trip is made an impact on us. Later in the evening we will have a wonderful group party.

 

Day 10: Based on your departure time, we will drop you off in time so you can catch your flight without much stress. Cut off time & Drop off shuttle time to be negotiated with the hotel.

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TRIPADVISOR REVIEW

star rating  The most amazing and spiritual vacation ever!!!! It was everything I could have imagined and then some. I was able to connect with a piece of my history... read more

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July 26, 2023

star rating  Allow me to mention this first. I am a complicated tourist but for Nana , none is too hard to handle. His activities are fun but he is fun himself.... read more

315denyset
August 2, 2021

star rating  Great Experience ❤️ with the best Tour Guide in the region ☺️. Contact Mr Noisty on +233 558722206 he was very knowledgeable and had the experience to take us around and create more memories

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December 7, 2022

star rating  Every excursion was absolutely amazing. Nana and his team were extremely accommodating and made this trip a dream come true. I gained so much knowledge about Ghanaian culture and I... read more

gatobint
January 9, 2022

star rating  This was my second year traveling and booking with Freelancenana and I’m already planning my third return for December 2023. I trusted Nan Nah and his associates with finding my... read more

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January 19, 2023

star rating  Thank you to Doreen of Freelance Travel for an AWESOME experience. The zip line was fun. She provided safe driving, comfortable transportation with AC and lots... read more

Quo Mieko J
July 15, 2023

star rating  This trip was a blessing! I had the pleasure of traveling to Ghana with a group of like-minded beautiful brown people who value the importance of knowing our history and... read more

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January 16, 2022

star rating  I loved every second - Nana is pure certified vibes. Him and Maleek made sure I was comfortable, safe, fed and watered, played great music and made sure to get... read more

Selina J
September 1, 2021

star rating  I don't know where to start. This was simply a trip to remember.

First and foremost thanks to Nana, the Tour Guide, who was amazingly good at showing the... read more

adrien_curtis
November 1, 2021

star rating  I had a lovely time with the Freelancenana team. They adjusted the tour to my own preferences and ideas and took great care of me throughout the entire time. These... read more

Safari184733
December 22, 2021

star rating  My tour guide NaNa was absolutely fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the area and it’s history. He was also very personable and fun to be with the entire day.... read more

felicia g
December 25, 2021

star rating  First and foremost Nana, was very kind, respectful and very funny. He always made sure we were always comfortable and always told us what was going to happen, we had... read more

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September 20, 2021

star rating  My whole experience was awesome. Nana Preston, and his team are the best ever. This was my first trip to Ghana and Freelance Travel delivered everything we asked for and... read more

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January 15, 2023

star rating  I went to Ghana with Melanin Travels Magic, and Freelancenana Travels was their local partner who helped coordinate our 10-day tour of the country. Many thanks to Nana and his... read more

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January 19, 2022

star rating  This was the most authentic tour of getting to know this beautiful land, rich history, and people. Michael and Nana are experienced and so knowledgeable. You are most important to... read more

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December 13, 2022

star rating  Nana was AMAZING! Genuinely had the best time during my tour. He's the reason Ghana will always hold a place in my heart and be somewhere I look forward to... read more

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December 11, 2021

star rating  These 10 days with the best of the best tour agents and guides were full of surprises and amazing experience. Everything was organized on the highest level and I had... read more

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October 13, 2021

star rating  We did a 14 day tour with Freelancenana and of course I was skeptical but from the beginning when we met at the airport I knew this was going to... read more

tenesham2023
January 14, 2023

star rating  I would highly recommend Nana. His attention to detail was amazing. His support staff was also incredible. My son and I had an amazing time during our... read more

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January 28, 2022

star rating  The personal care and attention that Freelance gives is unbelievable. This was not a tour- it was a personal journey of self-discovery, adventure and fun! This surpassed... read more

marlene819
June 28, 2023

star rating  Extremely friendly, i felt welcomed and invited as a friend the entire time. This trip was even more generous than expected. I had the greatest day ive had in Ghana... read more

ethanshivers
July 25, 2021

star rating  WHOA is all I can say About this trip! First trip across the pond and 1st to africa...it did not disappoint! Nana and his team were simply fantastic! I saw... read more

Lisa_adwoasika
January 20, 2023

star rating  We had a great experience at Elmina castle and at Kakum National Rainforest, guided by the awesome Nana Preston. I recommend him highly. We will never forget those swinging... read more

loubau671
January 6, 2022

star rating  There are no words to explain how phenomenal this experience was. Nana was full of knowledge and excitement from day 1 until the very end and after. He was full... read more

nasleia
January 10, 2022

star rating  This was a life changing experience for me. Taking me back to my roots, which at times feeling like boot camp if you have bad knees like me. This agency... read more

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January 14, 2023

star rating  When I tell you that this was an experience of a life time it really was. This agency made me feel like being at home and was always there for... read more

DeniseB3195
January 12, 2023

star rating  Great Experience ❤️ with the best Tour Guide in the region ☺️. Contact Mr Noisty on +233 558722206 he was very knowledgeable and had the experience to take us around and create more memories

ecotourghana
December 7, 2022

star rating  The minute we stepped off the plane we were on the move! We watched amazing local entertainers, went to museums and shopped at local markets. The people were the nicest... read more

Ldh7373
January 13, 2023

star rating  The whole trip was amazing. Nana and Malik made the tour very special and exciting. A great experience and would 100% recommend

Tavleen_T123
October 13, 2021

star rating  Nana is. the best tour guide in all of Ghana! I highly recommend all his trips. He provides the most authentic experience one could ever ask for when... read more

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March 12, 2023

star rating  Fantastic interaction and experience overall. The Nike ride was exhilarating and a workout which helped us burn off all the local food we have been eating plenty of and enjoying!... read more

Ebockarie
July 16, 2021

star rating  We spent 14 great days with Nana and his friends in Ghana. Although we did not originally book our trip with Freelancenana and only got in touch with Nana shortly... read more

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May 7, 2022

star rating  Nana is a man of the people. His tour not only gave us historical and cultural context but social as well that was continually affirmed in museums and by our... read more

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June 15, 2023

star rating  The best travel experience of my life, with Nana I felt I was returning home instead of a tourist or visitor. The amazing experience of seeing ghana was enhanced by... read more

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June 4, 2021

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Exploring with NaNa , my sisters and I felt welcomed and with such a friendly atmosphere we had a fantastic start! The guide and tour was extremely good, very flexible... read more

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January 11, 2021

star rating  Nana and Muska are absolutely fantastic!! We asked for an amended route from Accra to Elmina, a tour of the Castle, fish market, town and then a cooking lesson. We... read more

Jemimamt
April 2, 2023

star rating  Nana, our guide and Samuel, our driver - were great. In time, great communication, checked in on our comfort regularly, knowledgeable and great service. Will definitely use them... read more

VVM1023
May 4, 2023

star rating  Nana and Michael and our driver Mr Ibrahim were amazing. We felt safe and connected to the country. They are so knowledgeable and taught us many things. They were adaptive... read more

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December 13, 2022

star rating  This was an amazing experience for our group of 10 African American travelers discovering the true story behind our roots in the motherland. Nana and the team were prompt, patient... read more

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January 7, 2022
10 Days
10 years ++ Age
  • Destination
  • Departure
    Accra, Ghana
  • Departure Time
    Approximately 8.30AM
  • Return Time
    Approximately 4.00PM
  • Dress Code
    Casual, comfortable and light
  • Included
    Accommodation
    Breakfast
    Entrance to all destinations
    Personal Guide
    Snacks and Water
    Transportation
  • Not Included
    Dinner
    Lunch

Tour Location

Ghana - Accra, Cape Coast, Elmina, Assin Manso, Kumasi

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