Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural and artistic traditions of West Africa!
Connect with the soul of Ghana through its people, history, and creative spirit. On this Alumni program, you will have the opportunity to meet local artists, visit galleries, and participate in hands-on workshops that celebrate Ghanaian crafts, textiles, and culture.
View the itinerary for more details about the program and the payment and cancellation terms.
For further questions, please email AEA at Team@AEAstudyabroad.com
Includes 24/7 Support for the duration of the program
Twin or Single occupancy
Private coach transportation within itinerary
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner as detailed in the itinerary
Water provided at all meals + one alcoholic beverage- beer or wine- at each dinner
Tips for program guide/ coordinator & drivers
Accommodation outside itinerary; early or late check in/out
Aside from table water and one included alcoholic beverage at dinners
Tips beyond program guide/ coordinator & drivers
Travel health, evacuation, and cancellation insurance
International airfare not included
SAT NOV 8:
ARRIVE IN ACCRA
● Upon arrival at Ghana airport, go through customs and proceed to the arrivals hall where you will meet your program guide/coordinator. Guide/coordinator will remain with your group until departure on November 15th
● Transfer by private vehicle to hotel at a pre-determined meeting time (if arriving outside of group transfer window, you are responsible for getting to the hotel on your own)
● Check-in (or drop bags at reception until guaranteed check-in time)
● Late evening snack or light dinner at the hotel (pending participants’ arrival times, likely later in the evening or night)
Overnight at La Villa Boutique or similar
● Breakfast at hotel
● After breakfast, meet your guide/coordinator and head out on a walking tour of Accra's old neighborhood (Jamestown); discover the rich history and culture of one of Accra's oldest neighborhoods and marvel at vibrant street art and murals that tell the stories of the local community
● Group lunch at local restaurant
● After lunch, visit some renowned Art Galleries and a Q&A discussion with a local artist (TBD, pending availability)
● Head back to the hotel for some time to rest and enjoy the hotel pool
● Group dinner at local restaurant
● After dinner, hear some live music at a local spot (pending availability)
● Overnight at La Villa Boutique or similar
● Breakfast at hotel, followed by check-out
● Meet your guide/coordinator and travel to Atimpoku via private coach (~2 hours)
● Group lunch at local restaurant
● In the afternoon, visit Global Mamas in Akuse: go on a walking tour of their center, learn about their sustainable architecture choices, and enjoy a demonstration of resourceful fashion and crafts design using the invasive water hyacinth plant
● Transfer to your hotel and check-in
● Evening free to relax and enjoy the pool
● Group dinner at the hotel
● Overnight at the Senchi Royal Hotel or similar
● Breakfast at hotel, followed by check-out
● Travel to Koforidua via private coach (~3 hours)
● Visit the Glass Beads Industry at Cedi Beads and engage in a hands-on workshop to learn the intricate process of making beautiful glass beads
● Group lunch at local restaurant
● After lunch, explore the Historical Sites in the Akuapem Hills: immerse yourself in traditional shrines in Larteh, followed by the artworks and gallery of Kofi Setordji, a renowned Ghanaian artist; if his schedule allows, meet with Kofi to have a Q&A discussion about his work (TBD)
● Transfer to hotel and check-in
● Time to rest and refresh before dinner
● Group dinner at local restaurant
● Overnight at The Beacon hotel or similar
● Breakfast at hotel, followed by check-out
● After breakfast, visit the Chocolate Factory of Fair Afrique Participate and immerse yourself on a farm-to-factory tour, followed by a hands-on chocolate-making workshop
● Enjoy a scenic drive to Elmina (~5 hours)
● Stop midway for a group lunch at local restaurant
● At the end of the drive, stop at a quiet beach to stretch your legs, get some fresh air and put your feet in the Atlantic ocean
● Head to your hotel and check-in
● Evening free to relax and enjoy the pool
● Group dinner at the hotel
● Overnight at Golden Hillparker Hotel or similar
● Breakfast at hotel
● Early in the morning (before the heat of day), take a walking tour of Elmina Castle and learn about its historical significance
● Explore colonial remains, forts, and other historical sites in the area
● Group lunch at local restaurant
● After breakfast, participate on a hands-on workshop of Cooking and Batik Workshop with Global Mamas to learn traditional cooking and batik techniques
● After the workshop, enjoy a lively traditional dance workshop on the beach, learning traditional Ghanaian dance moves
● Group dinner included with beach dance workshop
● Overnight at Golden Hillparker Hotel or similar
● Breakfast at hotel, followed by check-out
● Head to Kakum National Park to explore the lush rainforest and experience the famous canopy walkway
● Afterwards, visit Cape Coast Castle and learn about its historical role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade
● Group lunch at local restaurant
● Travel to Accra (~3 hours)
● Visit the Ga Coffin Workshop to experience the creativity of the “fantasy coffins” crafted by skilled artisans in Accra
● Transfer to your hotel and check-in
● Farewell dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Labadi Beach Hotel or similar
● Breakfast at hotel, time to pack
● Check-out of hotel, store luggage at the front desk
● Group buffet lunch at the hotel
● After lunch, make your own way to the airport for your flight home (we can help you arrange a taxi/private car with the hotel front desk according to your flight schedule)
● Airfare not included
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