7 Day Artisanal Tour in Ghana
7 Day Artisanal Tour in Ghana
7 Day Artisanal Tour in Ghana
7 Days Starting in Accra and ending in Accra, Ghana
Visiting: Accra, Cape Coast, Aburi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
LTARTGH
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 20
Age range:
15-80
Special diets catered:
Halal, Meat, Vegans, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Activities:
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Tour Overview
Experience an amazing 7 days in Ghana where you dive into traditional artisanal workshops in pottery making, batik making and black-soap making. Learn age old techniques that have been passed down through generations as well as visit sites such as Kakum National Park, explore the incredible capital city of Accra and more! Â
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Akwaaba – Welcome To Ghana
Location: Accra
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrive in Accra, Ghana . Transfer from airport to your hotel. Overnight at 3 star hotel in Accra
Day 2 : Pottery Making Class - Accra City Tour – Visit A Traditional African Market
Location: Accra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart your hotel and dive into the art of pottery with our Traditional Pottery Making Class. Led by skilled artisans, this hands-on workshop introduces you to the ancient craft of shaping clay into beautiful, functional pieces. You will also get to paint your creations afterward, adding your own colorful touch to your masterpiece.
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Afterwards, depart for a sightseeing tour of Accra, the Capital of Ghana. Experience the city’s highlights during this Accra orientation. The capital of Ghana since 1877, Accra is also the capital of the Greater Accra Region. In addition, it’s the country’s most populous city. Travel through the administrative and economic districts of Accra. Also, see the Artiste Alliance Gallery, the W.E.B. Du Bois Center for Pan African Culture and the Independence/Black Star Square. Learn about important events in Ghana’s history and the country’s first president who helped lead Ghana to independence.
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Continue your tour to The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, dedicated to the legacy of Ghana's first President, Kwame Nkrumah, and his role in African independence. The tour includes visits to Nkrumah's mausoleum, a museum showcasing his life, his personal residence, the eternal Flame of African Liberation, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Learn about Nkrumah's early life, political career, and Pan-African vision. End the day’s tour at the Arts Center, where participants can sharpen their bargaining skills to shop for goods from Ghana and West Africa in an open-air market. On display, you will see fabrics of different materials, designs, colors and textures to purchase from.
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Overnight at a 3 star hotel in Accra
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Day 3 : Black Soap Making Workshop – Art Gallery
Location: Accra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart your hotel and discover the secrets of traditional African skincare in our captivating Black Soap Making workshop. Led by skilled artisans, this hands-on workshop immerses you in the age-old craft of crafting authentic traditional black soap. Learn about the natural ingredients and indigenous techniques used to create this beloved beauty product, celebrated for its cleansing and moisturizing properties. With expert guidance, you'll master the art of mixing and moulding, customizing your soap with aromatic essential oils and botanicals for a truly personalized skincare experience.
Afterwards, head to the nearby art galleries to explore the city's thriving contemporary art scene. Some of the top galleries to check out include Gallery 1957, which showcases contemporary African art. If you're interested in traditional African art, don't miss the Artists Alliance Gallery, which features a wide range of paintings, sculptures, and textiles from across the continent. Overnight at a 3 star accomodation in Accra
Day At Leisure
Location: Accra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy this day at leisure on your own relaxing at the hotel if you wish Overnight at 3 star hotel in Accra
Day 5 : Canopy Walk Way And Kakum Rain Forest – Slave Dungeon Experience (Cape Coast Castle)
Location: Cape Coast
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, embark on a day trip to Cape Coast. Drive through the historic Denkyira Kingdom to Kakum National Park, one of West Africa’s surviving tropical rain forests. Choose between a 2 km nature walk through the rain forest to discover the wide variety of exotic flora and fauna species and the medicinal values they offer or take a walk on the canopy walkway hanging 40 meters above the forest ground.
After lunch on your own, embark on a tour of the infamous Forts, Castles, and Slave Dungeons of Ghana. History will unfold the story of the slave trade which the impact is still felt beyond the shores of Africa today.
Visit the Cape Coast Castle built by the Swedes in 1653 and was later taken over by the British. Here, you would learn about the relationship between the western slave traders and the African tribes that made the trans-Atlantic slave trade possible. It is an opportunity to be up and close with history – to stand in the dark and stuffy dungeons, imagining the experience and conditions that millions of Africans endured. This castle also houses the West African Historical Museum. Return to Accra afterwards. Overnight at a 3 star hotel in Accra
Day 6 : Batik Making – Aburi Botanical Gardens
Location: Aburi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, discover the art and beauty of African batik and get a glimpse into the life of a local artisan as you work side-by-side during this two-hour class. You’ll join the batikers in a workshop to learn the traditional techniques of batik production using wax and dye to create colorful patterns – to make your own one-of-a-kind fabric. Afterwards, take your two yards of handiwork home to sew into a finish product that will always have a special place in your home or wardrobe.
After lunch on your own, visit the Aburi Botanical Gardens. The Aburi Botanical Gardens was created in 1890 for pleasure and scientific research; it is a habitat for plants and butterflies from all around the world. The gardens are found in the town of Aburi which boasts of interesting history, a beautiful town and friendly people. Aburi’s attractive features have been made easier to view with recent additions of rental bicycles for tours on the mountain. Overnight at a 3 star hotel in Accra
Day 7 : Farewell Departure
Location: Accra
Accommodation Name: No accommodation
After breakfast, spend the day shopping and doing last minute packing. At noon, check out of the hotel and transfer to airport for check-in and final departure back home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 Star Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
As specified in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
As specified in the itinerary
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Transport
As specified in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
International flights.
All airport departure taxes (international departure taxes to be paid in USD) Excess baggage charges Passport and visa fees Meals not specified in this itinerary En route meals, hotels, transportation, and other arrangements All drinks except bottled water or soda with meals Personal items such as laundry, email, fax, telephone, souvenirs, etc.
Gratuities for tour and site guides and drivers Trip cancellation, travel delay, and baggage insurance (Note: This optional coverage is highly recommended and can be purchased through your local insurance company) Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond Land Tours Ghana, such as delayed or cancelled flights. -
Insurance
Not included but recommended
Optional Extras
Mode of Transport
Private Vehicle
Accommodation
3 to 4 star hotel Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. Entry visa must be procured prior to the trip. Visa support can be provided upon request
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes. Yellow Fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Ghana
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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What is the maximum group size?
30
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Tour activity level - Easy
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD. This can be exchanged for local currency at Forex bureaus.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Departure date may be postponed or tour may be subject to repricing
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What is the tipping policy?
Gratuities are at guest's discretion
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Entrance fees to tourist sites specified on the itinerary are included
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Are flights included in this tour?
No. International and domestic flight not specified are not included. Airfare quotes can be provided upon request
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 star hotels
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes. Entry visa must be procured prior to the trip. Visa support can be provided upon request
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Land Tours Ghana requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of land tours ghana charges.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 19 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.