Thurs. 14th Aug. 2025 (Day 1)

Arrival – Accra

Upon arrival at the Kotoka International Airport, a representative from Blastours will meet group for a transfer to the lodging. Depending on the time of arrival, we can visit James town for an evening walking tour with a great chance to witness activities of Akweley Suma in preparation towards the twin festival ahead.

Overnight stay at a boutique hotel in Accra

Fri. 15th Aug. (Day 2)

Accra

This morning, we will begin with an Accra city tour.

Visit the Artists Alliance Art Gallery, a gallery of painting and sculpture, where works of up-and-coming Ghanaian artists are on display.

Drive by the Osu Castle (Christiansborg), which was originally built by the Danes.

Stopover at the Independence square.

Continue the Ga Mashie Palace, where we join in the activities of the Twin Festival, a celebration of the double blessing from God.

Overnight stay at a boutique hotel in Accra (B/L/D)

Sat. 16th Aug. (Day 3)

Accra

Morning visit to the Makola Market.

Join in celebrations of the Homowo festival. After a traditional meal of Kpoikpoi.

Overnight stay at a boutique hotel in Accra (B/L/D)

Sun. 17th Aug. (Day 4)

Accra – Kumasi

Early morning set off for Kumasi.

On arrival, visit the Manhyia Palace for the Akwasidae Festival celebrations.

End the day at the Kumasi Cultural Centre, which offers a good account of the rich Ghanaian culture, provides evidence of the Ashanti Kingdom’s eminent past. It houses the Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, which provides a fascinating collection of Asante’s history.

Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Kumasi (B/L/D)

Mon. 18th Aug. (Day 5)

Kumasi

Start today’s tour with a visit to the Asante Traditional Buildings, one of the World Heritage Sites in Ghana, comprising of 13 traditionally built buildings from the time of the Ashanti Empire in the area. Continue to the craft villages of Ntonso, a village famous for adinkra design and Ahwiaa for carving. Also, visit the village of Adanwomase (Kente) to interact with locals and to learn the art and history of the craft.

Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Kumasi (B/L/D)

Tue. 19th Aug. (Day 6)

Kumasi – Elmina

Morning visit to the textile section of the Kejetia Market, the largest open-air market in West Africa.

Depart for the central region with a stopover at Assin Manso.

Overnight stay at a beachfront resort in Elmina.

Wed. 20th Aug. (Day 7)

Elmina

Early morning visit to the Kakum National Park, which comprises of undisturbed virgin rainforest to

experience a walking tour on the longest and highest canopy walkway in West Africa.

Also, stopover at a rubber and oil palm plantation and a local factory to witness work in progress.

After lunch, we visit the Cape Coast Castle, a well-preserved castle declared as a World Heritage site.

End the day with a drum and dance cultural performance.

Overnight stay at a beachfront resort in Elmina

Thurs. 21st Aug. (Day 8)

Elmina – Accra

Start the day with a walk through Jamestown, the ‘original Accra’ with its old streets.

It happens to be one of the oldest settlements full of beautifully disheveled colonial buildings and yet remains one of the most vibrant districts.

Witness the traditional way of cooking some meals indigenous to West Africa including the art of molding and cooking of Ga kenkey, a skill that has been handed down by generations.

Also, join in the festivities of the Chale Wote festival, an alternative platform that brings art, music, dance and performances out into the streets.

Overnight stay at a boutique hotel in Accra (B/L)

Fri. 22nd Aug. (Day 9)

Accra – Akosombo

We set off on a return trip to Akosombo, for a guided tour of the man–made dam.

Also, experience a boat ride along the Volta River before departing for the Akwapim Mountains through Larteh, where we visit the Akonedi and the Akomfo Anokye shrine.

Visit the bead market and factory, where we’ll be taken through the process of bead making.

End the day with the option to join in the festivities of the Chale Wote festival.

Overnight stay at the Boutique hotel in Accra. (B/L)

Sat. 23rd Aug. (Day 10)

Accra

Spend the day free exploring Osu’s Oxford streets, personal time for Braiding and shopping.

End the day with the option to join in the festivities of the Chale Wote festival.

Overnight stay at a boutique hotel in Accra (B/L)

Sun. 24th Aug. (Day 11)

Accra – Departure

Check into the airport for departure.