Ghana Cultural & Missions Tour
Embark on a 12-day Ghana Missions Cultural Tour, where you’ll delve into Ghana’s rich history and culture. Discover the vibrant capital city of Accra, Experience museums, the slave dungeons in Cape Coast and Elmina Castles (UNESCO World Heritage sites), Immerse in the traditions of the Ashanti Kingdom and experience a traditional Naming Ceremony, traditional African markets, beaches, and villages. Pay tribute at the Assin Manso slave river site and contribute to meaningful mission work by joining the TEACH Ghana Missions Team and the Sight Ministries in Gomoa Abrekum for 3 days. It’s a transformative journey of cultural immersion and giving back.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Ghana’s vibrant capital, Accra, visiting Independence Square, the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, and the Arts Centre for National Culture.
- Overnight in 3 / 4 Star accommodation
- Immerse yourself in a treasure trove of traditional African artifacts, deepening your understanding of the region’s heritage.
- Discover the rich traditions and history of the Ashanti Kingdom, visiting the Royal Palace and experiencing local customs
- Partake in a memorable Ghanaian naming ceremony, where you will be given Ghanaian names with attributes. It would be interesting to compare your given attributes with who you are today.
- Pay homage to the memory of those who suffered during the transatlantic slave trade at Assin Manso Slave River site.
- Reflect on history at these UNESCO World Heritage sites, exploring the Cape Coast and Elmina Castles.
- Unwind on Ghana’s picturesque beaches, soaking up the coastal beauty and engage with local villages, experiencing their daily life and traditions.
- Contribute to meaningful community projects during 3 days of mission work, making a positive impact on local lives.
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Included
2 Bottles of WaterAll TransfersDaily BreakfastDinnerHotel AccommodationLunchOverland TransportationProfessional GuideTour Entrance fees -
Not Included
COVID Testing (Entry & Exit)Gratuity & TipsImmunization/MedicationInternational FlightsMeals and Drinks Not SpecifiedOptional Tours/ServicesOther items not mentioned in the inclusionsPersonal ExpensesSnacks & DrinksTour ActivitiesTravel InsuranceVisa
Tour Plan
ARRIVAL
- Arrive at Accra airport.
- Akwaaba! Welcome to Ghana. Meet, greet and transfer to your hotel.
- Check into your rooms
- Brief orientation by guide
- Welcome Dinner at Hotel
- Overnight: Hotel in Accra
ACCRA CITY EXPERIENCE
- After breakfast pick up from hotel
- Visit the National Museum of Ghana
- Visit W.E.B Du Bois Centre
- Drive through Old Accra - Jamestown
- Visit Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Black Star ad Independence Square
- Shopping at Arts and Craft market
- Meet Tailors and dressmakers for custom-made clothes
- Meals: B & L
- Overnight: Hotel in Accra
VISIT TO NKYINKYIM MUSEUM
- After breakfast pick up to Ada
- Visit the biggest outdoor museum in Ghana - Nkyinkyim
- Return to hotel
- Rest of day free
- Meals: B & L
- Overnight: Hotel in Accra
JOURNEY TO KUMASI
- Breakfast and checkout
- Pick up and trasnfer to Kumasi
- Stop enroute to visit Ejisu Besease Shrine - An Asante Traditional building (UNESCO Site)
- Arrive in Kumasi and visit Manhyia Palace Museum
- Check into hotel
- Meals: B & D
- Overnight: Hotel in Kumasi
NAMING CEREMONY / CRAFT VILLAGES
- Pick up after breakfast
- Pay a curtsey call on a local chief and elders at a village
- Participate in naming ceremony where you get your Ghanaian names
- Visit Kente weaving village to learn how kente is made
- Visit Ntonso for Adinkra craft making
- Drive through the largest market in West-Africa
- Meals: B & L
- Overnight: Hotel in Kumasi
JOURNEY TO THE SLAVE RIVER AND DUNGEONS
- Checkout after breakfast
- Drive to Cape Coast, enroute stop at Assin Manso - site of Slave River for last bath by enslaved africans
- A tour of Cape Coast Castle Dungeons
- Check into hotel
- Meals: B & L
- Overnight: Beach Hotel in Elmina
KAKUM NATIONAL PARK / ELMINA CASTLE
- Depart after breakfast to experience the “Canopy Walkway” at Kakum National Park
- Visit the Elmina Castle Dungeons
- Return to Hotel
- Rest of day free for rest & relaxation
- Meals: B & D
- Overnight: Beach Hotel in Elmina
ELMINA - GOMOA / MISSION ACTIVITIES
- Breakfast and check-out
- Join day 2 of TEACH Missions and Sight Ministries outreach at Gomoa Abrekum
- Interact with the local community and help with the missions team
- Transfer to hotel for check-in
- Meals: B, L & D
- Overnight: Hotel in Winneba / Gomoa
MISSION ACTIVITY DAY 3
- Devotion & breakfast at the Mission Hall or hotel.
- Travel to the screening site for the Sight Ministry/health Screening.
- Return to the Mission Hall for fellowship and dinner.
- Evening activities: TBD
- Meals: B/L/D
- Overnight: Hotel in Winneba / Gomoa
MISSION ACTIVITY DAY 4 & ATINASE LAND CEREMONY
- Devotion & breakfast
- Travel to the screening site for last day of the Sight Ministry/health Screening.
- Wrap up with Mission Activities and proceed for land dedication ceremony
- Return to the Mission Hall for fellowship and dinner.
- Evening activities: TBD
- Meals: B/L/D
- Overnight: Hotel in Winneba / Gomoa
CHURCH SERVICE - ACCRA
- Breakfast
- Visit a local church to experience Sunday worship service.
- Check out from hotel after lunch
- Transfer to Accra
- Meet Tailors and dressmakers
- Evening: Farewell Dinner
- Meals: B, L & D
- Overnight: Hotel in Accra
DEPARTURE
- Breakfast
- Last day free for packing and personal activities
- Transfer to the airport in Accra for departure.
- Meals: B