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Join Root Tours Ghana for a carefully curated 3-day cultural and heritage tour of Cape Coast — a region known for its emotional historical landmarks, vibrant local traditions, and lush coastal landscapes.
This tour offers an enriching travel experience that brings Ghana’s past to life while celebrating the people and stories that shape its present.
Tour highlights include the Slave River at Assin Manso, an emotional walk through Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle, and the unforgettable Door of No Return.
You’ll also enjoy a treetop adventure on Kakum National Park’s canopy walkway, take a guided walking tour of Elmina, witness daily life at the local fish market, and learn to prepare a delicious Ghanaian dish in a fun and interactive cooking class.
To top it all off, there will be time to relax by the beach and soak in the serene beauty of Ghana’s coastline.
Throughout the tour, you’ll experience local cuisine, authentic storytelling, and guided visits to key heritage sites. Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transportation, stay in handpicked accommodations, and enjoy expertly guided experiences every step of the way.
Let’s begin your unforgettable journey — here’s what each day looks like:
Itineraries
Day 1
Journey Through Memory – The Slave River to the Door of No Return
Highlights: Assin Manso Slave River • Cape Coast Castle • Batik Making Workshop.
We begin our journey with a solemn and emotional visit to Assin Manso Slave River, the
Slave River is a sacred site where enslaved Africans had their last bath before the long walk to the coast.
We continue to the Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the haunting dungeons and pass through the Door of No Return, an experience that speaks to both the pain and power of African history. Your expert guide will share stories that are not in the textbooks.
In the afternoon, lighten the mood with creativity at Global Mamas, where you’ll take part in a vibrant Batik fabric-making workshop. Choose your colours, design your fabric, and keep it as a meaningful souvenir of cultural continuity.
Overnight: Coconut Grove Hotel or Ridge Royal Hotel
Day 2
Nature, Strength, and the Stories that Built Us
Highlights: Kakum National Park • Elmina Castle • Beach Relaxation
Start the day with a thrilling adventure at Kakum National Park. Trek through lush rainforest and dare to walk the famous canopy walkway, suspended high above the forest floor. The air is rich with the scent of wild flora and the sounds of tropical birds.
After lunch, we move to the Elmina Castle, the oldest European building in sub-Saharan
Africa. Discover a different chapter of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and learn how resistance and community endured in the darkest times.
In the evening, relax at one of the serene beaches along the Cape Coast. Watch the sunset, enjoy fresh seafood, or simply reflect under the stars.
Overnight: Coconut Grove Hotel or Ridge Royal Hotel
Day 3
Local Living – Food, Markets & Coastal Life
Highlights: Elmina Walking Tour • Fish Market Visit • Ghanaian Cooking Class •
Return to Accra.
This morning, take a guided walking tour through historic Elmina town, bustling with energy. Explore the vibrant fish market, watch fishermen mend their nets, and observe how generations thrive in this coastal community.
Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Ghanaian cooking class! Learn how to prepare local favourites like Gobe (beans and plantain) or the iconic Jollof rice with guidance from local chefs. Share laughs, stories, and Flavors in a kitchen that feels like home.
After lunch, we begin our journey back to Accra, taking with us not only souvenirs, but the spirit of our ancestors, the strength of the land, and the hospitality of the people.
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Accommodation (2 Nights)
- Daily Lunch
- All Entry Fees and Local Taxes
- Guided Castle Tours & Cultural Workshops
- Cooking Class & Batik Workshop
- Professional Guide Support
- Personal purchases
- Additional snacks/beverages not listed
- Airfare
- Cost of visa
- International Travel Insurance
- Meals not listed above
- Tips and gratuities
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