Ghana Historical Tour
Tour Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, Manhyia Palace, Kumasi Fort, historical slave routes, craft villages, and the iconic Kakum canopy walkway on this immersive 7-day journey through Ghana’s cultural heartlands.
Ghana Historical Tour
Tour Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, Manhyia Palace, Kumasi Fort, historical slave routes, craft villages, and the iconic Kakum canopy walkway on this immersive 7-day journey through Ghana’s cultural heartlands.
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We’re not just travel guides — we’re your local cultural hosts. Akwaaba offers immersive, curated trips designed to help you experience Africa beyond the surface.
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This unique multi-country tour is crafted to give you a seamless journey through West Africa’s most culturally rich and scenic destinations.
Ghana Historical Tour
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Welcome to Ghana! Upon arrival at Kotoka International Airport (ACC), you’ll be met by our local team and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on arrival time, optional visits may include:
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A panoramic drive through the city
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A brief stop at Oxford Street in Osu for first impressions of Accra’s vibrant culture
Overnight: Lancaster Accra Hotel
Meal(s): None
Begin your day with breakfast before exploring the capital city’s most iconic and historical sites:
Tour Highlights:
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Independence/Black Star Square – Home to the Eternal Flame of African Liberation
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park – Final resting place of Ghana’s first president
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National Cultural Center – Explore West Africa’s largest open-air arts and crafts market
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Brazil House – Learn the story of the seven Afro-Brazilian families who settled in Ghana in 1836
Overnight: Lancaster Accra Hotel
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Today, head north into the lush forest belt to the Ashanti Region, home of Ghana’s royal heritage.
Tour Highlights:
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Manhyia Palace Museum – Official residence of Ashanti kings until 1974
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Okomfo Anokye Sword Site – A sacred monument marking the birth of the Ashanti Kingdom
Overnight: Lancaster Hotel Kumasi
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, experience the depth of Ashanti artistry and craftsmanship in three nearby villages:
Tour Highlights:
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Ahwiaa – Famous for wood carvings like royal stools, fertility dolls, and more
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Ntonso – Learn to hand-stamp Adinkra symbols on cloth using natural dyes
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Bonwire – Discover how Kente cloth is handwoven and passed down through generations
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Kumasi Central Market (Kejetia Market) – The largest open-air market in West Africa
Overnight: Lancaster Hotel Kumasi
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Travel south through Ghana’s historic slave routes toward the coast.
Tour Highlights:
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Assin Manso Slave River – Visit the final bathing place of enslaved Africans before they were taken to the coast
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Obuasi Gold Mining Town (drive-by)
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Elmina Fishing Harbor – A colorful glimpse of Ghana’s vibrant fishing culture
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Dive deep into Ghana’s role in the transatlantic slave trade with guided tours of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
Tour Highlights:
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Elmina Castle (built in 1482) – The first European structure in sub-Saharan Africa
-
Cape Coast Castle & Museum – Home to the infamous “Door of No Return”
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the tropical rainforests of Kakum National Park.
Tour Highlights:
-
Walk the canopy walkway, suspended 150 feet above ground
-
Spot birds, butterflies, and possibly monkeys or forest elephants
-
Stop at Abandze, a small fishing town
-
Optional last-minute shopping on Oxford Street (Osu) in Accra
Later, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Address:
Lancaster Accra Accra offers a selection of accommodations to suite your travelling needs. With 234 rooms, our 4-star hotel is able to make your business stay comfortable and carefree. You will enjoy a quiet and peaceful stay, with easy access to entertainment and recreation elsewhere on the premises.
Address:
Lancaster Accra Accra offers a selection of accommodations to suite your travelling needs. With 234 rooms, our 4-star hotel is able to make your business stay comfortable and carefree. You will enjoy a quiet and peaceful stay, with easy access to entertainment and recreation elsewhere on the premises.
Address:
They say, Ghana is Africa for beginners mainly due to its peaceful and secure environment. We all at Lemon Beach Resort would love to your gate to the world you…
Welcome to Ghana! Upon arrival at Kotoka International Airport (ACC), you’ll be met by our local team and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on arrival time, optional visits may include:
-
A panoramic drive through the city
-
A brief stop at Oxford Street in Osu for first impressions of Accra’s vibrant culture
Overnight: Lancaster Accra Hotel
Meal(s): None
Begin your day with breakfast before exploring the capital city’s most iconic and historical sites:
Tour Highlights:
-
Independence/Black Star Square – Home to the Eternal Flame of African Liberation
-
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park – Final resting place of Ghana’s first president
-
National Cultural Center – Explore West Africa’s largest open-air arts and crafts market
-
Brazil House – Learn the story of the seven Afro-Brazilian families who settled in Ghana in 1836
Overnight: Lancaster Accra Hotel
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Today, head north into the lush forest belt to the Ashanti Region, home of Ghana’s royal heritage.
Tour Highlights:
-
Manhyia Palace Museum – Official residence of Ashanti kings until 1974
-
Okomfo Anokye Sword Site – A sacred monument marking the birth of the Ashanti Kingdom
Overnight: Lancaster Hotel Kumasi
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, experience the depth of Ashanti artistry and craftsmanship in three nearby villages:
Tour Highlights:
-
Ahwiaa – Famous for wood carvings like royal stools, fertility dolls, and more
-
Ntonso – Learn to hand-stamp Adinkra symbols on cloth using natural dyes
-
Bonwire – Discover how Kente cloth is handwoven and passed down through generations
-
Kumasi Central Market (Kejetia Market) – The largest open-air market in West Africa
Overnight: Lancaster Hotel Kumasi
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Travel south through Ghana’s historic slave routes toward the coast.
Tour Highlights:
-
Assin Manso Slave River – Visit the final bathing place of enslaved Africans before they were taken to the coast
-
Obuasi Gold Mining Town (drive-by)
-
Elmina Fishing Harbor – A colorful glimpse of Ghana’s vibrant fishing culture
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Dive deep into Ghana’s role in the transatlantic slave trade with guided tours of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
Tour Highlights:
-
Elmina Castle (built in 1482) – The first European structure in sub-Saharan Africa
-
Cape Coast Castle & Museum – Home to the infamous “Door of No Return”
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the tropical rainforests of Kakum National Park.
Tour Highlights:
-
Walk the canopy walkway, suspended 150 feet above ground
-
Spot birds, butterflies, and possibly monkeys or forest elephants
-
Stop at Abandze, a small fishing town
-
Optional last-minute shopping on Oxford Street (Osu) in Accra
Later, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Address:
Lancaster Accra Accra offers a selection of accommodations to suite your travelling needs. With 234 rooms, our 4-star hotel is able to make your business stay comfortable and carefree. You will enjoy a quiet and peaceful stay, with easy access to entertainment and recreation elsewhere on the premises.
Address:
Lancaster Accra Accra offers a selection of accommodations to suite your travelling needs. With 234 rooms, our 4-star hotel is able to make your business stay comfortable and carefree. You will enjoy a quiet and peaceful stay, with easy access to entertainment and recreation elsewhere on the premises.
Address:
They say, Ghana is Africa for beginners mainly due to its peaceful and secure environment. We all at Lemon Beach Resort would love to your gate to the world you…
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