9 Days 4-Country West Africa Tour – Ghana, Nigeria, Benin & Togo
Experience the best of West Africa on this 9-day cultural tour across Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, and Togo. This journey immerses you in the history of the transatlantic slave trade, the vibrant markets and traditions of local communities, and the architectural heritage of ancient kingdoms. From the lively streets of Lagos to the stilt villages of Ganvié, the royal palaces of Abomey, the spiritual shrines of Ouidah, and the moving castles of Cape Coast and Elmina, every stop reveals a different facet of African heritage. Blending history, culture, art, and breathtaking landscapes, this multi-country itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking authentic encounters across West Africa.
Trip Itinerary
Arrive in Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling economic capital. Transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. Overnight in Lagos.
Explore Lagos, starting with the Nike Art Gallery, the lush Lekki Conservation Centre, and the famous Makoko stilt village on water. Overnight in Lagos.
Begin the day with a visit to the Badagry Slave Museum, then cross the border into Benin Republic. Highlights include the Amazon Statue, the Artisan Promotion Centre, and Notre-Dame Cathedral in Cotonou. Overnight in Cotonou.
Take a boat ride through Ganvié, known as the “Venice of Africa.” Continue to Abomey to explore the UNESCO-listed Royal Palaces of the Dahomey Kingdom. In the evening, return to Ouidah for an overnight stay.
Discover Ouidah’s Python Temple and the Sacred Forest of Kpassè before crossing into Togo. Stop at the Agbodrafo Slave House and Togoville, then arrive in Lomé to experience the bustling Akodessewa Fetish Market. Overnight in Lomé.
Travel through Togo into Ghana. In the evening, stroll through Osu Night Market and Oxford Street in Accra. Overnight in Accra.
Visit Ghana’s key landmarks: Black Star Square, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre, Accra National Museum, and the historic Jamestown district. Overnight in Accra.
Travel to Cape Coast and tour the moving slave forts of Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle. Continue to Kakum National Park for its famous canopy walkway above the rainforest. Overnight in Cape Coast.
End your journey with a visit to the historic Assin Manso Slave River and the Aburi Botanical Gardens. Enjoy last-minute shopping at the Accra Crafts Market before transfer to the airport for departure.
