Leisure Tour Itinerary

Magical Benin, Togo & Ghana Including the Annual Ouidah Voodoo & Akwasidae Festivals, 14 Days ( January 8 – 21, 2025 )

Tour Cost

From $5795

Duration

14 days

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English|Francais

Tour Details

What to Expect

Cultural & Historical Experience, Festivals & Scheduled Tours, Multi-Country Discoveries

Join us on a magical tour to Benin, Togo, and Ghana, including two special visits to the annual Ouidah Voodoo and Akwasidae Festivals. This unique and immersive cultural experience will allow you to learn about the traditions and beliefs of the voodoo religion, witnessing firsthand the pomp and pageantry of the Akwasidae Festival celebrated by the Ashanti people, while exploring the vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes of these three countries.

Start your journey in the well-known city of Cotonou, Benin, and visit the capital city Porto-Novo, where you will learn about the history and culture of the region. This will also include a visit to the Royal Palace of King Toffa. You will then travel to the coastal town of Ouidah, home to the annual Voodoo Festival, where you will witness traditional ceremonies and rituals, while learning about the history and beliefs of the voodoo religion.

From Ouidah, journey to the neighboring country of Togo, where you will visit the bustling market of Lome, the thrilling twin doll festival, and check out Togoville on a scenic boat cruise on Lac Togo.

You will also have an opportunity to participate in traditional village life, learning about the daily customs and traditions of the local people.

Finally, travel to Ghana – visit the vibrant city of Accra, explore the history of the transatlantic slave trade at Cape Coast Castle, and take an adventure walk at Kakum National Park while you learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Ashanti Empire, whose legacies are still evident today at the Akwasidae Festival.

Throughout this journey, you will stay in carefully selected and comfortable accommodations while enjoying delicious local cuisine with an international flair. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about and experience the rich cultures and traditions of West Africa, making it the perfect tour to Benin, Togo, and Ghana for cultural enthusiasts.

What is included?
  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced cultural tour guide
  • Meals (Breakfast, 12 Dinners)
  • Admission to listed sites
  • Assistance with visa applications
  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced cultural tour guide
  • Meals (Breakfast, 12 Dinners)
  • Admission to listed sites
  • Assistance with visa applications

Tour Highlights

Unmissable Experiences

  • Temple of the Pythons
  • Ouidah Voodoo Festival
  • Zangbeto Mask Dance
  • Ganvie Village on Stilts
  • Akodessewa Fetish Market
  • Boat Cruise to Togoville
  • Twin dolls festival
  • Vume Pottery
  • Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
  • Slave Forts & Castles
  • Akwasidae Festival
  • Ashanti Craft villages
14 days

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