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About This Tour
A 15-day cross-border journey through West Africa — starting and ending in Ghana (Accra, Cape Coast, Elmina, Kumasi), then crossing into Togo's capital Lomé, and on to Benin for the stilt village of Ganvié, the Royal Palaces of Abomey, and the voodoo heritage sites of Ouidah and Porto-Novo. Eight nights of this trip are in Ghana (Accra, Cape Coast, Elmina, and Kumasi) at the start and finish, before the route crosses overland into Togo (Lomé) for two nights, then into Benin (Cotonou, with day trips to Abomey and Porto-Novo) for four nights, before returning to Ghana for the final night in Accra — every night's hotel is confirmed in whichever country you're actually in that day.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Kotoka International Airport, Accra (ACC).
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Day 1 — Welcome to Ghana
Arrival in Accra and transfer to your hotel, with the rest of the day free to rest.
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Day 2 — Kakum Canopy Walk and Cape Coast Castle
The forest canopy walkway at Kakum National Park, then a tour of Cape Coast Castle, followed by a beachfront dinner.
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Day 3 — Elmina Fishing Harbour and Culture
A tour of Elmina and St. George's Castle, a visit to the local fishing harbour market, and a cultural drumming and dance lesson with a Ghanaian cooking demonstration.
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Day 4 — Assin Manso to Kumasi
The Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Site en route to Kumasi, the Ashanti capital.
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Day 5 — Kumasi History Tour
The Military Museum, the Okomfo Anokye Sword site, and Kejetia Market, one of the largest open-air markets in Africa.
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Day 6 — Kente Weaving and Naming Ceremony
A textile-printing and kente-weaving workshop at Adanwomase and Ntonso, a cocoa farm visit, and a traditional naming ceremony at the chief's palace.
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Day 7 — Back to Accra
Return drive to Accra, with the evening free ahead of crossing into Togo.
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Day 8 — Border Crossing to Lomé, Togo
An overland crossing at the Aflao border into Togo, followed by a city tour of Lomé taking in Independence Square, the National Museum, and the Akodessawa fetish market.
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Day 9 — Exploring Lomé
A second day taking in more of Togo's cosmopolitan capital.
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Day 10 — Aného to Cotonou, Benin
A stop in Aného for a traditional voodoo ceremony, then crossing into Benin and continuing to Ouidah — regarded as the capital of Vodun practice — to see the "Gate of No Return," the Ouidah Museum of History, and the Temple of the Sacred Pythons, before reaching Cotonou.
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Day 11 — Free Day in Cotonou
A day at leisure to explore Benin's largest city.
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Day 12 — Ganvié Stilt Village and Abomey
A boat trip on Lake Nokoué to Ganvié, a village built entirely on stilts and home to the Tofinu people, followed by a visit to the Royal Palaces of Abomey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Day 13 — Porto-Novo City Tour
A day trip to Benin's administrative capital, including the Ethnographic Museum and the Grande Marché near the central mosque.
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Day 14 — Back to Accra
A scenic overland return to Accra, closing the loop back through Togo.
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Day 15 — Farewell West Africa
A final morning in Accra, visiting the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, before your transfer to the airport.
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Departure
The trip ends back in Accra, Ghana, with a transfer to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — eight nights are in Ghana (Accra, Cape Coast, Elmina, Kumasi) at the start and end of the trip, before the route continues into Togo (Lomé) for two nights and Benin (Cotonou) for four nights — every night's hotel is confirmed in whichever country you're actually in that day.
A little over half the nights — 8 of the 14 — with the rest split between Togo (2 nights) and Benin (4 nights).
Most nationalities need a visa or e-visa for Togo and Benin in addition to Ghana's own entry requirements; we provide a visa support document as part of this tour, but you're responsible for arranging the visas themselves before departure.
Yes — your own driver and vehicle throughout, with an English-speaking guide at each site, never combined with another group's itinerary.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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