Urban League to Ghana for Heritage and Roots Tour

Accra, Ghana

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African Diaspora Resource Centre
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Oct 11 - 18, 2024
Group size: 5 - 25
Urban League to Ghana for Heritage and Roots Tour
Accra, Ghana

African Diaspora Resource Centre
  • Email address verified

Oct 11 - 18, 2024
Group size: 5 - 25

About this trip

Spend eight days immersing yourself in Ghana’s rich culture and reclaim your heritage through this all-inclusive tour. As your local insider, we will take you through museums, castles,  medicinal gardens, allow you to get around and shop like a local, and learn traditional batik (cloth) making. Embark on your Ancestral Pilgrimage inside Cape Coast And Elmina Castles, reconnect to your roots through a traditional African naming ceremony, participate in traditional drumming lessons, and enjoy a taste of Ghana's vibrant nightlife.  Akwaaba, you are home!

Heritage & Culture Tour

- Accra City tour

- Cape Coast Ancestral Pilgrimage

- Botanical Gardens & Medicinal Plants tour

- Akosombo River Cruise

Cancellation Policy

We will collect a non-refundable $500 USD deposit to secure your spot. All cancellations must be received in writing. A 25% charge will be assessed for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. Cancellations made 59 days before the tour or less will receive NO refund. We understand that life happens - travel insurance is highly recommended to provide security against any issues or unforeseen changes that can arise. 

Travel Insurance

Cancel for any reason travel insurance is highly recommended for protection of funds in the event of illness, emergencies, weather, COVID-19 pandemic, or other unforeseen travel changes.

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Airfare Payment Plan

Book a flight for only a fraction of the cost upfront and pay the rest in installments before departure.

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What’s included

  • Travel concierge
    Concierge service available to assist with booking international airfare to Ghana, arranging travel visas, etc.
  • Accomodations
    Accommodations at a 4 star hotel
  • Certified Tour Guide
    Local experiences curated for the Diaspora
  • Traditional Welcome
    Traditional dance troupe to welcome you to the country with our local music and drumming (if tour attendees are at least 15 upwards)
  • Airport Transfer
    Pick up and drop off to and from the airport
  • Transportation
    Ground transportation from hotel to all itinerary destinations, and back
  • Welcome dinner
    Group dinner with other tour attendees
  • Heritage & Culture Tour
    Explore 3 Regions of Ghana
  • Meals
    Breakfast and lunch while participating in tours together
  • Entry fees
    Entry fees into all tour sites and activities

What’s not included

  • Travel Visa
    Concierge service available to assist with obtaining tourist visa for entry into Ghana
  • Passport
    Passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages for visa stamp is required for travel to Ghana
  • International Airfare
    Roundtrip Flight from abroad to Ghana
  • Travel insurance
    Travel insurance is highly recommended to safeguard against unforeseen travel changes
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination
    Required for entry into Ghana (or medical waiver on vaccination card)
  • Medical Insurance
    Required, at travelers expense
  • Personal Expenses
    Shopping, leisure, entertainment expenses, gratuities
  • Dinner
    Breakfast and lunch will be provided while participating in tours together
  • Nightlife costs
    Any drinks or food consumed during our night out

Available Packages

Double Occupancy Tour
Available until February 7, 2024

Heritage & Roots tour with double occupancy hotel accommodations. Room will be shared with another tour participant. Price is per person. 


*Please provide the name of the elected roommate where requested. Bookings for a double occupancy room without an elected or available roommate will attract a $600 single occupancy supplement which will be topped up within 15 days of the trip.

$2,500
Deposit: $500
Single Occupancy Tour
Available until February 7, 2024

Heritage & Roots tour with single occupancy hotel accommodations. Private, non-shared room.

$3,100
Deposit: $500


Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome/ Akwaaba Night out

Ghana Finally, you have arrived. Time to relax and take it all in as your feet touch down on the motherland. The beginning of our journey celebrating your return,  culture and heritage starts now with traditional Dance troupe welcoming you. We are excited to welcome you home, Check in your hotel and get settled. 

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