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Accra & Cape Coast
Ghana: The Gateway to Africa
Sunday, November 7 - Tuesday, November 16, 2027
The Gateway to Africa is where rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality come together to create an unforgettable journey. From powerful heritage sites to lively cities and stunning coastlines, Ghana offers a deeply meaningful and inspiring travel experience. This is more than a vacation—it’s a homecoming, a connection, and the beginning of something extraordinary.
Only 30 spaces available
$500 discounts for all reservations received before February 28
Accra and Cape Coast - the VEI way
Visiting Accra and Cape Coast with Vacation Envy International is a journey that blends culture, history, and unforgettable experiences. In Accra, you’ll feel the pulse of modern Ghana through vibrant markets, rich cuisine, music, and nightlife. In Cape Coast, you’ll walk through powerful heritage sites that tell stories of resilience, reflection, and connection. Curated in true VEI style, this experience is meaningful, immersive, and designed to leave a lasting impact long after you return home.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
A Warm Akwaaba Welcome in Accra
Custom Ghanaian Fashion Experience
Living Heritage & Naming Ceremony in Torgorme Village
Hands-On Bead Making at Cedi Beads
Powerful History at Cape Coast Castle
Optional Canopy Walkway at Kakum National Park
Culinary & Creative Workshops with Global Mamas
Beachfront Relaxation & Cultural Freedom
Luxury Tours
LIVING HERITAGE CEREMONY (TORGORME VILLAGE)
After breakfast, depart Accra for a scenic journey to a charming riverside village along the lower reaches of the majestic Volta River. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed with a courtesy visit to the village chief and elders, complete with vibrant traditional drumming and dancing performed by the local community.
The experience continues with a meaningful naming ceremony, where each participant is bestowed a Ghanaian name and presented with a small gift—an unforgettable symbol of cultural connection, belonging, and recognition as a member of the local community.
Afterwards, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the renowned Cedi Beads experience. Beads hold deep cultural significance in Ghana, particularly among the Krobo people, where they represent family status, special milestones, and important rites of passage such as the Dipo ceremony. Guests will tour the bead factory, learn about the traditional bead-making process, and participate hands-on in crafting beads using time-honored techniques. You’ll also have time to explore the market and purchase beautifully handmade beads as keepsakes.
ACCRA CITY TOUR - TRADITIONAL AFRICAN MARKET
Set out for a full-day exploration of Accra, a dynamic city where modern life and deep-rooted history intersect. Begin at the W.E.B. Du Bois Center, gaining insight into the life and legacy of the influential scholar and Pan-Africanist who spent his final years in Ghana. Continue to the Artiste Alliance Gallery, a striking three-story space showcasing paintings, sculptures, textiles, and beadwork from both emerging and established Ghanaian artists. Next, visit Independence Square, home to the iconic Black Star Gate and a powerful symbol of Ghana’s freedom and sovereignty. After lunch on your own, explore the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, honoring Ghana’s first president and his vision for independence and African unity. Conclude the day at the Arts Center, an open-air market where you can shop for Kente cloth, carvings, jewelry, and handcrafted souvenirs while experiencing Ghana’s vibrant craftsmanship.
ELMINA CASTLE
You will embark on a tour to Elmina Castle (St. George’s Castle), a fortress built by the Portuguese in 1482, making it the oldest European building in sub-Saharan Africa. The castle’s whitewashed walls stand in stark contrast to its grim history as a major hub of the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Walk through the dark and suffocating dungeons, where thousands of enslaved Africans were held in captivity before being forced onto ships bound for the Americas. Stand in the Door of No Return, a symbolic gateway that represents the final passage of those taken from their homeland. The experience is powerful and thought-provoking, offering a moment of reflection on history and resilience.
What's Included
Flights - from IAD
Kempinksi Gold Coast (4 nights)
& AnoMansa Beach Resort Elmina (3 nights)
Airport transfers
All ground transportation
Three Guided Tours
Daily Breakfast
7 nights
Leisure Time / Free Time
All entry fees
Small Deposit, monthly payments
VEI travel specialist
English speaking tour guides
