Benin, Ghana, Togo · Culture

14-Day Cultural Tour of Benin, Togo and Ghana Heritage Sites

14 Days Round trip from Ganvie Easy pace

Tourist immersion in Benin - Togo - Ghana

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the stilt village of Ganvié and walk the historic Slave Road
02 Discover the royal palaces of Abomey and other cultural heritage sites
03 Experience Kakum National Park and the stilt village of Nzulezu
04 Visit major landmarks across Benin, Togo, and Ghana

Discover the cultural richness of West Africa across Benin, Togo, and Ghana through visits to royal palaces, sacred forests, vibrant markets, and historic slave routes. Explore Ganvié lake village, Abomey heritage sites, and Lomé landmarks while experiencing traditional performances. Journey through natural landscapes including Mount Agou, Kakum National Park, and Nzulezu village. Engage with local traditions, museums, and cultural centres for a deeper understanding of history, spirituality, and daily life across diverse regions.

Discover the cultural richness of West Africa across Benin, Togo, and Ghana through visits to royal palaces, sacred forests, vibrant markets, and historic slave routes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Ouidah, Cape Coast, Accra, Cotonou, Lome, Kpalime, Tafi Atome, Elmina, Kakum National Park, Ganvié, Abomey

Languages Afrikaans, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ganvié and Ouidah Sacred Heritage

Visit Ganvié in the morning.
Visit the sacred Kpassè Forest in the evening.
Explore the Python Temple and learn about its traditions.
Walk along the historic Slave Road.

Day 02

Abomey Royal Heritage and Markets

Visit the royal residences of Abomey in the morning.
Visit Goho Square in the evening.
Explore Houndro Market and experience local trade.
Visit Nontchédigbé.
Tour the royal city of Abomey.

Day 03

Cotonou Markets and Cultural Landmarks

Visit the craft centre in the morning.
Explore Dantokpa Market.
Visit the Tropical Nature Museum.
Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady of Mercy in the evening.
Explore Martyrs Square.
Visit the fishing port.
Discover Place de l'Amazone.

Day 04

Coastal Discovery and Zangbeto Performance

Visit Roy's Mouth in the morning.
Experience Zangbeto cultural entertainment in the evening.

Day 05

Tokpa Aïzor Cultural Discovery

Discover Tokpa Aïzor and its local significance.

Day 06

Traditional Markets and Craft Centres

Visit the fetish market in the morning.
Visit the craft centre in the evening.

Day 07

Lomé Heritage and City Exploration

Visit the House of Slaves in the morning.
Explore Independence Square.
Visit Lomé Cathedral.
Take a tour of the city of Lomé.
Visit the Kingdom of Guin and learn about its cultural and religious practices in the evening.

Day 08

Mount Agou and Kpalimé Nature Experience

Visit Mount Agou in the morning.
Explore waterfalls and experience the city of Kpalimé in the evening.

Day 09

Koutammakou Cultural Landscape

Visit Koutammakou and explore its cultural landscape.

Day 10

Ghana Museums and Slave Route Heritage

Visit the National Museum of Ghana in the morning.
Tour Port James.
Visit the Atorkor slave market in the evening.
Visit the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.

Day 11

Kakum National Park and Cape Coast Fort

Visit Kakum National Park in the morning.
Visit Fort Cape Coast in the evening.

Day 12

Paga Ponds and Nzulezu Village

View crocodiles at the Paga ponds in the morning.
Visit the stilt village of Nzulezu in the evening.

Day 13

Elmina Heritage and Cultural Landmarks

Visit the Kingdom of Elmina in the morning.
Visit Ghana Independence Square in the evening.
Explore the botanical garden.
Visit Sagnarigu Chief Square.

Day 14

Museums, Gardens, and Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit the Nkyinkyim Museum in the morning.
Visit Fort Kongenstein.
Visit Aburi Botanical Garden in the evening.
Explore Atom Wildlife Sanctuary of Tafi.

Where this trip takes you

Ganvié, Kakum National Park, Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ganvie 11 cities · 14 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotels
Private car and fuel
Private guide
Entrance tickets

What's Not Included

Purchase of underwear
Unexpected personal expenses
Travel visas

What to bring

Identity card and passport
Vaccination certificate and other personal identification documents
Personal medication for specific illnesses
Prescription glasses and care booklet
Light clothing and simple footwear
Sweater for varying temperatures
Closed-toe sneakers
Swimwear and bathing suits
Backpack
Mosquito repellent
Water bottle

Know before you go

The climate is hot and humid.
Rainfall can be irregular.
Ganvié visit costs 26,500 CFA francs.
Kpassè Forest visit costs 12,000 CFA francs.
Python Temple visit costs 12,000 CFA francs.
Slave Road visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Royal residences of Abomey visit costs 35,000 CFA francs.
Goho Square visit costs 15,000 CFA francs.
Houndro Market visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Nontchédigbé visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Royal city tour costs 15,000 CFA francs.
Craft centre visit costs 12,000 CFA francs.
Dantokpa Market visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Tropical Nature Museum visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Cathedral visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Martyrs Square visit costs 15,000 CFA francs.
Fishing port visit costs 15,000 CFA francs.
Place de l'Amazone visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Roy's Mouth visit costs 50,000 CFA francs.
Zangbeto entertainment costs 95,000 CFA francs.
Tokpa Aïzor visit costs 35,000 CFA francs.
Fetish market visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Craft centre visit costs 15,000 CFA francs.
House of Slaves visit costs 20,000 CFA francs.
Independence Square visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Lomé Cathedral visit costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Lomé city tour costs 10,000 CFA francs.
Kingdom of Guin visit costs 20,000 CFA francs.
Mount Agou visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Waterfalls and Kpalimé experience costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Koutammakou visit costs 30,000 CFA francs.
National Museum of Ghana visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Port James tour costs 20,000 CFA francs.
Atorkor slave market visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum visit costs 15,000 CFA francs.
Kakum National Park visit costs 120,000 CFA francs.
Fort Cape Coast visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Paga ponds visit costs 35,000 CFA francs.
Nzulezu village visit costs 100,000 CFA francs.
Elmina Kingdom visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Ghana Independence Square visit costs 20,000 CFA francs.
Botanical garden visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Sagnarigu Chief Square visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Nkyinkyim Museum visit costs 26,000 CFA francs.
Fort Kongenstein visit costs 25,000 CFA francs.
Aburi Botanical Garden visit costs 20,000 CFA francs.
Atom Wildlife Sanctuary visit costs 200,000 CFA francs.
Accommodation for 15 nights costs 1,050,000 CFA francs.
Meals for 14 days cost 1,169,000 CFA francs.
Car hire with driver costs 70,000 CFA francs per day and 1,050,000 CFA francs for 15 days.
Fuel for 15 days costs 487,500 CFA francs.
Total estimated budget is 6,895,900 CFA francs.