12 days tour

Ghana, Togo, Benin - Voodoo And Tribal Festivals

Ghana, Togo, Benin - Voodoo And Tribal Festivals

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Accommodation in double / twin rooms in Standard hotels with breakfast

Meals

โ–บ breakfast

Guide

โ–บ local certified English-speaking guides โ–บ a tour leader from Penguin Travel (at min 8 persons)

Others

Transport

โ–บ transport according to the itinerary

Not included:

Insurance

โ–บ Insurances

Others

โ–บ Visa โ–บ all entrance fees โ–บ Any personal expenses (allow ca. 70 USD) โ–บ Vaccinations โ–บ Tips โ–บ tour-leader from Penguin Travel for groups with less than 8 participants

Flights

โ–บ International flight

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Itinerary of your trip Ghana, Togo, Benin - Voodoo And Tribal Festivals

  • Day 1 Day 1: Accra
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Accra

      Arrival in Accra. Free time and overnight in Accra

  • Day 2 Day 2: Accra, Accra-Elmina
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Accra, Accra-Elmina

      Walking tour in the suburb of Nima in the morning to see the local everyday life, and then an Accra city tour to the Arts Centre for National Culture and the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. Drive through the fishing village of James Town, where we can climb to the top of the old lighthouse for a great view of the city. Depart for the Central region with a stopover at traditional coffin makers, who make coffins to reflect a personโ€™s affiliation. Overnight in Elmina. B/-/-

  • Day 3 Day 3: Elmina, Cape Coast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Elmina, Cape Coast

      Sightseeing in Elmina and Cape Coast. Visit of the forts, related to the slave trade, the port in Elmina, the fish market, the Asafo shrines. B/-/-

  • Day 4 Day 4: Elmina โ€“ Kumasi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Elmina โ€“ Kumasi

      On the way to Kumasi visit of Kakum National Park and Hans Botten Resort built as a stilt village. Arrival in Kumasi, visit of Kumasi Cultural Center. B/-/-

  • Day 5 Day 5: Kumasi โ€“ Brong-Ahafo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Kumasi โ€“ Brong-Ahafo

      Visit of Manhyia Palace, the centre of Ashanti Kingdom. Join the Akwasidae Festival if you have chosen a date that coincices with it. Then visit of the villages Ahwiaa and Ntonso famous for their handicrafts. On the way to Brong-Ahofo stop by Kintampo waterfalls. B/-/-

  • Day 6 Day 6: Brong-Ahafo โ€“ Tamale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Brong-Ahafo โ€“ Tamale

      The day starts with walk in the Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary, Ghanaโ€™s most famous example of traditional African conservation, and the rock formations Tano Boase. Transfer to Tamale. B/-/-

  • Day 7 Day 7: Tamale โ€“ Kara, Togo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Tamale โ€“ Kara, Togo

      Visit of one of the six witchesโ€™ villages. On the way to the border with Togo, visit to the villages of the tribes Dagomba and Konkomba as well as a meeting with Bassar tribe. Crossing the border with Togo at Tatali and arrival in Kara. B/-/-

  • Day 8 Day 8: Kara โ€“ Sokode
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Kara โ€“ Sokode

      Visit the Tamberma-Valley with its beautiful "Tata" (miniature fortified castles built with clay). Also visit the handicraft centers of "Losso soukala" and Kodhani. In the evening there is a chance to witness the fire dance at the village of Tinadou. B/-/-

  • Day 9 Day 9: Sokode โ€“ Abomey, Benin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Sokode โ€“ Abomey, Benin

      Visit the traditional weaving center and the Sokode market. Depart through Atakpame, with a stopover the colourful Anie Market and the industrious Kotokoli women. Also visit the Demadeli traditional soap makers, where we learn the process of making the traditional soap. Finally, we visit the Blacksmiths Quarter before crossing the border into Abomey in Benin. B/-/-

  • Day 10 Day 10: Abomey โ€“ Ouidah
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Abomey โ€“ Ouidah

      Visit of Royal Palace Museum and Abomey History museum, and the underground town of Agongionto in Bohicon. We continue afterwards to Ganviรฉ โ€“ โ€œThe Venice of Africaโ€ and Ouidah, where we spend the night. There is also possibility for a cruise on Lake Nokoue to visit the water villages. B/-/-

  • Day 11 Day 11: Ouidah โ€“ Cotonou
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Ouidah โ€“ Cotonou

      We start the day with a visit to the Sacred Forest and the Temple of Pythons - both important vodoo shrines. We continue to Cotonou. the former  capital of Benin. Sightseeing in the city - Notre Dame des Apotres Cathedral, the Artisan Center and the Dantokpa market. B/-/-

  • Day 12 Departure From Cotonou
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure From Cotonou

      Free morning before departure from Cotonou. B/-/-

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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