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Magic Togo & Benin

7 Days 6 Nights
  • Medium
  • 3 Star Hotel
  • Included
  • Lome - Togo
  • Guided
  • Included
  • English, French
  • Available
  • 2 Meals Daily

Overview

Discover the soul of West Africa on this immersive journey through Togo and Benin. From Lomé’s bustling markets and voodoo shrines to Ouidah’s Slave Route, Abomey’s royal palaces, and the iconic Amazon Statue honoring the warrior women of Dahomey, every stop connects you to Africa’s powerful past. End the adventure gliding through Ganvié’s floating village, the “Venice of Africa,” for a truly unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Lomé, visiting Independence Square, Palais de Lomé, and the fascinating Fetish Market.
  • Discover the Ewe Kingdom at Notse and learn ancient pottery techniques at Bolou Village.
  • Experience spiritual traditions at Togoville and Glidji, with voodoo rituals and sacred sites.
  • Reflect at Ouidah’s Slave Route, Gate of No Return, Sacred Forest, and Python Temple.
  • Visit Abomey Royal Palaces, museums, and monuments tied to the Danhomey Kingdom.
  • Glide through Ganvié Floating Village, Africa’s Venice, with bustling markets on water.
  • Encounter Benin’s vibrant culture in Cotonou & Porto-Novo, from the Amazon Statue to Afro-Brazilian heritage.

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Arrival

    Arrive at Lome-Tokoin Airport.
    Welcome to Togo. Meet, greet and transfer to your Hotel.
    Hotel check-in at 3pm
    Meals Included: Dinner
    Accommodation: Hotel in Lome

  • Day
    02

    Lome City Tour

    Your day unfolds with a Lome City Tour including:
    - Independence Square and the Palais de Lomé & Park, now a stunning cultural center with contemporary art and exhibitions.
    - A captivating stop at the Fetish Market, where traditional healers stock voodoo charms, dried animal parts, and ancestral medicines.
    Transfer for a delicious Togolese lunch at a local restaurant
    Return to your hotel with rest of day free.
    Meals Included: B / L
    Accommodation: Hotel in Lome

  • Day
    03

    Kingdoms & Clay - Notse & Bolou Experience

    After breakfast, head to Notse, heart of the ancient Ewe Kingdom. Along the way, enjoy vibrant village life and a local bush market. - Explore the sacred Agbogbo Wall, a symbol of unity and history for the Ewe people. - After lunch, continue to Bolou village, where women shape beautiful handmade pottery using ancient clay techniques. Return to Lomé in the evening.
    Meals Included: B/L
    Accommodation: Hotel in Lome

  • Day
    04

    Across the Border - Sacred Lakes, Kings & Voodoo Roots

    Depart early for Cotonou via Ouidah, with a journey packed with heritage:
    Stop at Agbodrafo to visit the Wood Home slave dungeons.
    - Cruise across Lake Togo to reach Togoville, a spiritual hub with its German cathedral, art center, vibrant market, and voodoo shrines.
    - Continue to Glidji, home of the Guen people. Pay homage to His Highness Asafo Atsè Kangni Folli Baby and witness a libation ceremony by voodoo priests explaining the sacred stone rituals. Cross into Benin and arrive in Ouidah. Enjoy lunch before discovering:
    • The Sacred Forest of King Kpassè with the mystical Iroko tree.
    • The famed Python Temple.
    • The Slave Route, Gate of No Return, and Auction Square.
    End the day in Cotonou with check-in at Hotel du Lac.
    Meals Included: B / L
    Accommodation: Hotel in Cotonou

  • Day
    05

    Royal Trails - The Kingdom of Abomey

    After breakfast, head to the historic city of Abomey, capital of the Danhomey Kingdom.
    - En route, stop at Alada to see the monument to Toussaint Louverture, Haiti’s liberator.
    - In Abomey, visit Goho Square and explore the royal palaces of Kings Akaba, Houegbadja, and Agadja.
    - Tour the Danhomey Historical Museum and artisan court.
    After lunch, drive back to Cotonou.
    Meals Included: B/L
    Accommodation: Hotel in Cotonou

  • Day
    06

    From Palaces to Floating Villages - Porto-Novo & Ganvie

    Start early and journey to Porto-Novo, Benin’s administrative capital. Discover:
    - The Zangbeto masked guardians, protectors of voodoo spirituality.
    - Iya Abi Mesan Square and Afro-Brazilian architecture.
    Enjoy lunch, then travel to Agbomey-Calavi and board a boat to Ganvié, Africa’s largest stilt village.
    Home to over 45,000 Tofinu people, Ganvié is a maze of canoe-lined waterways, bustling floating markets, and unique architecture.
    - Discover the village's fishing tradition, religious harmony, and unique architecture.
    Return to Cotonou in the evening.
    Meals Included: B / L
    Accommodation: Hotel in Cotonou

  • Day
    07

    Cotonou Farewell & Departure

    After breakfast, enjoy a quick city tour of Cotonou:
    Stop by the Amazon Statue and hear the story of the Agojie warriors.
    Visit the New Benin Graffiti Wall.
    Then, drive to the Benin–Togo border, complete border formalities, transfer to the airport for departure
    Meals Included: B / L

Cost Includes

  • 6 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels and Buffet breakfast
  • Transportation with A/C vehicle
  • Hotel to border Transfers
  • Airport Transfers
  • All visits and visit fees
  • Lunches as listed in the Itinerary
  • The service of an experienced English / French Speaking tour guide

Cost Excludes

  • International Airfare
  • Immunization (Yellow Fever Required, Malaria Prophylactics Recommended)
  • Travel Insurance (Recommended)
  • Early Check-in and Late check-out at Hotel
  • Visas
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
  • Optional tours/services
  • All Entrance fees/tickets to evening events
  • Gratuity and Tips
  • Any other item not mentioned in the inclusions

Elidel Travel & Tour is a registered travel agency in Ghana dedicated to creating unforgettable travel experiences. We provide tailor-made journeys that reflect the unique needs and preferences of our clients, offer great value, and build lasting relationships. We offer diverse tour offerings ranging from cultural immersion to adventure and wildlife exploration.

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