Come “home” to Ghana on a soul-stirring 10-day journey designed to reconnect Black travelers with their roots through history, healing, and vibrant culture.
The trip begins in Accra with visits to Black Star Square, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, and the W.E.B. DuBois Center. The next stop is Kumasi, the cultural heart of the Ashanti Kingdom, where we’ll experience the Akwasidae Festival and participate in a traditional naming ceremony. We’ll journey on to Cape Coast, walking the path of our ancestors at Assin Manso Slave River and passing through the “Door of No Return” at Cape Coast Slave Dungeon.
This is more than a trip—it’s an immersion into history, culture, and the living legacy of the African diaspora.
Cultural Immersion
This group trip to Ghana offers an immersive cultural experience in a lively, bustling, and deeply rooted destination. Travelers will explore rich history, vibrant traditions, and local customs while connecting authentically with the culture—an open mind and love for learning are essential.
Connecting with African Heritage
Meaningful opportunities to connect with your African heritage abound. We'll visit historic sites like Cape Coast Slave Dungeon and receive a traditional Ashanti name. Shared cultural experiences—such as drumming, dance, and group meals—foster a deep sense of belonging and reflection on ancestral roots.
Moderate Activity Level
Expect a moderate level of walking on uneven surfaces as we tour major sites.
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9 nights at the Lancaster Accra, Lancaster Kumasi, and Ridge Royal or similar hotels
All tours and excursions indicated in itinerary are included, unless marked as optional
Ground transportation to all activities indicated in itinerary
One-way flight from Accra to Kumasi
Roundtrip airport transfers in Accra
This trip starts and ends in Accra.
Any meals not indicated in the itinerary are not included.
Tours and excursions not indicated in the itinerary or listed as optional
Travel insurance, including emergency medical, evacuation, and repatriation coverage, is strongly recommended
U.S. citizens are required to obtain a visa in advance of their arrival in Ghana.
Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into Ghana.
Welcome to Ghana! You’ll be greeted in Accra, Ghana's capital, by one of our local partners, who will bring you to the hotel.
Get to know your fellow travelers at our welcome dinner. We'll enjoy a delicious buffet and a lively performance featuring traditional Ghanaian music and dance.
Included Meals: Dinner
Accra City Tour
We'll see all the highlights of Accra, from Independence Square and Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum to the W.E.B. DuBois Memorial Center for Pan-African Culture. We'll also shop for souvenirs at the Accra Arts Center.
We'll fly from Accra to Kumasi to dive deep into Ashanti culture.
Akwasidae Festival
Witness the amazing Akwasidae Festival, one of the most important and historically significant festivals in all of Africa. The Akwasidae rituals and events honor the ancestors and allows Asante chiefs and their subjects to pay homage to the Asantehene, the king of all of the Asante.
While at Manhyia Palace, explore the Museum, which is filled with countless relics and artifacts that highlight the richness of the history and culture of the Asante people. Stop for photos at the Okomfo Anokye Monument, dedicated to the traditional priest who “conjured” from the skies the famous Golden Stool that unified the Asante people.
Traditional National Ceremony
Participate in a Traditional Naming Ceremony, where you will be given a traditional Asante name based on your day of birth and welcomed into your “adopted” family with dance and celebration.
Woodcarving Village Visit
Visit the woodcarving village of Ahwiaa where you will see craftsmen carving wood masterpieces; Ntonso, famous for its kente and adinkra cloth; and Adanwomase, one of the most popular kente weaving villages.
We'll depart from Kumasi and drive to Cape Coast.
Assin Manso
On the way, we will stop at Assin Manso to participate in a Ceremony of Remembrance at “Slave River,” where enslaved Africans were forced to bathe after their long march from the interior to the coast of Ghana.
Driving Time: 4 hours
Today we'll visit Cape Coast Slave Dungeon, followed by lunch at Mable's Table.
Cape Coast Slave Dungeon
We will have a guided tour through Cape Coast Slave Dungeon, infamous as the place where the largest number of enslaved Africans were housed before shipment to the Americas.
We'll depart Cape Coast and return to Accra today.
Kakum National Park
Along the way to Accra, we'll stop at the Kakum Canopy Walk. Take a stroll along the famous canopy bridge at this rainforest, which is home to many endangered species.
Farewell Dinner
We'll end our trip with a farewell dinner in Accra on the beach. Enjoy a tasty buffet and exciting cultural performances.
Driving Time: 3.5 hours
Depart Ghana with new travel buddies and lifelong memories. Transfers to the airport in Accra are included.