Location(s):
Arrive in Accra, Ghana, Explore Historic Accra, Castles, Dungeons & Slave Trade History in Elmina, Discover Kumasi, Capital of the Historic Ashanti Kingdom, Participate in The Akwasidae Festival, Meet Glass Artisans in the Volta Region, Cross into Togo & Walk in the Highlands, Witness the Tem Fire Dance & Visit Kente Cloth Weavers, Spend Time in Kabye & Tamberma Mountain Communities, Arrive in Benin & Visit Dankoli Shrine, Explore Egun Mask Dances & the Ancient Kingdom of Dahomey, Marvel at Gelede Mask Dances & Meet a Yoruba King, Visit Lake Nokwe’s Stilt Village, Explore Ouidah, Capital of African Voodoo, Venture into the Land of Voodoo, Discover Lomé & Depart from Togo
This cultural immersion in Ghana, Togo, and Benin takes you from one of the oldest European buildings in Sub-Saharan Africa to contemporary museums that reveal the intertwining of old and new, from celebratory funerals to symbolic mask dances that few intrepid travelers have the chance to witness. You'll feel the soulful spirit of West Africa as you meet local people, marvel at the continent's raw and beautiful landscapes, learn about the mysteries and power of Voodoo, and feel the rhythms alongside villagers at the Akwasidae or Fetatrotro festival (certain departures).
