Culture & History of Ghana
Journey through Ghana, where the echoes of the past resonate in the rhythms of the present.
Explore the sociopolitical influence of the Ashanti Empire, one of West Africa’s most powerful civilizations. Delve into the poignant history of the transatlantic slave trade and the enduring legacies of colonialism, and connect with current-day community leaders during visits to sustainable social enterprises. Leave with a deeper understanding of the roots of the African diaspora and the heritage, culture, and resilience that shape the nation today
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ghana
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Day 2: Accra
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Accra
Take a guided tour of Accra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- W.E.B. DuBois Centre for Pan African Culture
- Black Star Square
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and mausoleum
Peruse artisanal products at the National Center for Culture
Visit Trashy Bags, an organization aimed at sustainability that transforms plastic trash into stylish bags
Visit a local coffin shop to learn how Ghanaians honor and celebrate the lives of their ancestors
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Day 4: Accra • Kumasi
Visit Global Mamas, a fair-trade organization that provides income opportunities for women through the creation of hand-batiked textiles
Travel to Kumasi
Tour a cacao farm
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Day 5: Kumasi
Take a guided tour of Kumasi
With your expert local guide you will visit two Ashanti craft villages:
- Adanwomase (birthplace of Kente cloth)
- Ntonso (birthplace of Adinkra cloth)
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Day 6: Kumasi • Cape Coast
Visit the Manhyia Palace Museum, once the epicenter of the Ashanti Empire
Visit the Kejetia Market
Travel to Cape Coast
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Day 7: Cape Coast
Tour Cape Coast Castle, where enslaved African people were held captive before the Middle Passage
Participate in a Batik workshop, where you’ll learn how to dye fabric using wax resist
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Day 8: Cape Coast • Kakum National Park
Reflect on the lasting impact of colonization on a visit to Elmina Castle, a key site on the Atlantic slave trade route
Visit the Posuban shrines
Visit Kakum National Park, one of West Africa's last surviving tropical rainforests
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Day 9: Cape Coast • Accra • Depart for home
Travel to Accra
Depart for home
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Day 10: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Ghana
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Day 2: Accra
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Accra
Take a guided tour of Accra
With your expert local guide you will see:
- W.E.B. DuBois Centre for Pan African Culture
- Black Star Square
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and mausoleum
Peruse artisanal products at the National Center for Culture
Visit Trashy Bags, an organization aimed at sustainability that transforms plastic trash into stylish bags
Visit a local coffin shop to learn how Ghanaians honor and celebrate the lives of their ancestors
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Day 4: Accra • Kumasi
Visit Global Mamas, a fair-trade organization that provides income opportunities for women through the creation of hand-batiked textiles
Travel to Kumasi
Tour a cacao farm
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Day 5: Kumasi
Take a guided tour of Kumasi
With your expert local guide you will visit two Ashanti craft villages:
- Adanwomase (birthplace of Kente cloth)
- Ntonso (birthplace of Adinkra cloth)
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Day 6: Kumasi • Cape Coast
Visit the Manhyia Palace Museum, once the epicenter of the Ashanti Empire
Visit the Kejetia Market
Travel to Cape Coast
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Day 7: Cape Coast
Tour Cape Coast Castle, where enslaved African people were held captive before the Middle Passage
Participate in a Batik workshop, where you’ll learn how to dye fabric using wax resist
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Day 8: Cape Coast • Kakum National Park
Reflect on the lasting impact of colonization on a visit to Elmina Castle, a key site on the Atlantic slave trade route
Visit the Posuban shrines
Visit Kakum National Park, one of West Africa's last surviving tropical rainforests
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Day 9: Cape Coast • Accra • Depart for home
Travel to Accra
Depart for home
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Day 10: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Daily breakfast and 8 dinners featuring regional cuisine
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Guided sightseeing
3 expert-led sightseeing tours in iconic destinations
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Entrances
Arts Center; Hershey Cocoa Farm; Manhiya Palace Museum; National Cultural Center; Cape Coast Castle; Batik Workshop; Elmina Castle; Posuban Shrines; Kakum National Park
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.