Ghana

PANAFEST - GHANA 2025

Ghana is a country with many different cultures and traditions. It is the land of the once dominant Ashanti Kingdom! It is also the land of the GA who were the original settlers in Accra. The KROBO who migrated from Nigeria as well as The MUSI from the north who are also located in Burkina Faso and many in between. The coast of Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire was once referred to as the “Gold Coast.” Once word got out about the gold in Africa, many European nations traveled to Africa in search of fortune. As history tells us, they started as traders of goods, then they became traders of humans in what would be the largest forced migration of humans in history!!

There were at least 32 forts/castles in Ghana’s coast. The first castle built in Ghana was Elmina in the year 1412. It was built by the Portuguese who initially used the castle as a trading post for gold and other natural resources. 

His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana declared 2019 the year of return in commemoration of the landing of the first Africans on English speaking North American soil, Port Comfort, Virginia.

There were record numbers of Africans from the Diaspora who traveled to Ghana and other African countries in 2019. We believe the narrative that Africa is not welcoming to Africans in the Diaspora was dispelled. The cat is out of the bag…. It’s time to reclaim your heritage!!

This tour will focus on the Panafest event which brings hundreds of Africans from the Diaspora to take part in this healing, commemorative event. The tour will also include sites in Accra, Kumasi and Cape Coast. A group of first time land owners from the Diaspora will accompany this tour with the goal of visiting their land. Everyone is welcome!!!

Akwaba!!

DATES: JULY 25 – AUGUST 3, 2025

Tour Cost: $ 4900 Double    $5500 Single

ITINERARY IN DETAILS – (this itinerary is subject to change)

DAY 1 – 26th JULY 2025

ARRIVAL

Arrival in Accra, Ghana where after arrival formalities and baggage pick-up, a local representative will meet us at the airport. Depart to the hotel where you will be welcomed by the hotel staff, have a welcome drink, and Orientation. Check into your rooms.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel

DAY 2- 27th JULY 2025

ACCRA CITY TOUR

After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Accra. We will drive through the Economic and administrative district of Accra, the capital of Ghana. The city has a Combination of colonial and contemporary architecture that sums up its rich history.

Visit the W.E.B Dubois Centre for Pan-African Culture, which will be followed by a visit to the National Museum. We will continue the Tour driving through old Accra and visit Kwame Nkrumah

Memorial Park the final resting place of the first President of Ghana and learn about his influence in Africa and the world during the civil rights and the struggle for Independence. After this, you will go to the Art center, the biggest craft market in Accra and try your bargaining skills with the vendors of this Market. We will again Visit the Artist Alliance Gallery to view Artwork from renowned artists from the continent of Africa. We will also see fanciful caskets and unique art pieces.

Meals: Breakfast/ Dinner

Accommodation: La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel

DAY 3- 28TH JULY 2025

CAPE COAST/ ELMINA CASTLE

Check out after breakfast, embark on a journey to Cape Coast the former capital of the Gold Coast and Visit the Cape Coast Castle built by the Swedes in 1653, which was later taken over by the British. History will unfold the story of the slave trade, where the impact is still felt beyond the shores of Africa today. Explore the grounds of this infamous castle with its slave dungeon. Every part of the castle has historical significance. This castle also houses the West African Historical Museum established by the Smithsonian Institute in collaboration with the Ghanaian Government in 1994. . We will continue our tour and visit the Elmina Castle built by the Portuguese in 1482 and remains as the first European building built south of the Sahara.

Meals: Breakfast /Dinner

Accommodation: Coconut Grove Beach Resort Hotel

DAY 4- 29tTH JULY 2025

KAKUM NATIONAL PARK / PERFORMANCES VARIETY NIGHT

After breakfast, depart to the Kakum National Park, West Africa`s most noted tropical rainforest.

Experience the soothing effects of being in a tropical forest to discover the wide variety of exotic flora species and the medicinal values they offer. Take a walk on the tree top canopy walkway, 100 feet above the forest floor.

Free Afternoon ~ Relax at the Coconut Beach Resort, Enjoy the Crocodile Ponds, Horsebacks Riding and other activities at this lovely resort. In the evening, we will attend a performance variety nights African dance forms at the Omanhene`s Palace or National cultural center.

Meals: Breakfast /Dinner

Accommodation: Coconut Grove Beach Resort Hotel

DAY 5- 30th JULY 2025

LAST BATH / REVERENTIAL NIGHT

After breakfast, Depart and visit Assin Manso Slave River historical site. This is the site which was opened in 1994 to celebrate Emancipation Day when two enslaved descendant bodies from the Diaspora (one from the USA and one from Jamaica) were brought back to Africa. In the evening, we will take part in a candlelight procession from a chosen historical street to the Cape Coast Castle

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Accommodation: Coconut Grove Beach resort

DAY 6- 31ST July 2025

BISA ABERWA MUSEUM / BOAT RIDE IN ELMINA

We will depart from the hotel after breakfast and drive to Nkontompo in Takoradi and visit Bisa Aberwa Museum. This is a museum created to serve as one of the largest hubs of sculpture works and it has set itself to be a trustworthy house of art and history for Ghana, Africa, and African diaspora etc. In the afternoon, we will embark on a boat ride on the Benya Lagoon to the historical settlement of Elmina.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Accommodation: Coconut Grove Beach resort

DAY 7 -1st AUGUST 2025

LATE AFTERNOON WALKING TOUR OF JAMES TOWN

Enjoy the morning sunlight after breakfast. Check out in the afternoon and depart to old Accra

which is also known as “James Town”. We will embark on a walking tour of this historical traditional town which has played an important role in the creation of Accra, during the colonial era, during independence and to get acquainted with contemporary traditional lifestyle which is unique to the old Accra.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Accommodation: La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel

DAY 8-2nd AUGUST 2025

ABUR GARDENS / AFRICAN DANCE AND DRUMMING CLASS

After breakfast, we will depart the hotel and visit the botanical gardens after which we will have

lessons on African dance and drum lessons by professionals.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Accommodation: African Regent Hotel

DAY 8 – 3RD AUGUST 2025

DAY OF SHOPPING / FAREWELL DINNER

After breakfast, this day is dedicated for shopping for gift items at the various African bargaining

markets. In the evening you might want to put on your African attire for farewell.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

AIRPORT TRANSFERDepending on your departure flight you will be transferred

ALL INCLUSIVE:
Airfare from Washington DC to Accra Ghana
Hotel accommodations
Transportation in Ghana
Breakfast and Dinner each day

Not Included:
Visa fee for Ghana (www.ghanaembassy.org)
Vaccinations (yellow fever vaccine is mandatory)
Transportation to Washington DC or NYC
Spending money
Gratuity of $100
Camera fee for some attractions
Travel Insurance (which is strongly recommended)

A $500 deposit is due to secure your reservation. The deposit is refundable within the first 30 days only.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS July 15, 2024

Another payment of $1200 is due by November 1, 2024. Full balance is due by February 1, 2025. Prices are not guaranteed after July 15, 2024.

If using credit card, there is a fee of 4% for each payment.

Once registration is complete, you will be sent an invoice by email to make your deposit payment and hold your spot on this tour. 

Payments can also be made by check or money order to Roots to Glory Tours P.O. Box 92, Stevenson, MD 21153.

WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU PURCHASE TRIP INSURANCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE ONCE THE AIRLINE TICKETS ARE PURCHASED THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS,  contact www.squaremouth.com for insurance.
The initial deposit is only refundable within 30 days of initial payment. After 30 days, there will be no refunds.

We recommend that before you register for one of our tours you make sure that you are able to get the yellow fever vaccine. This is mandatory to enter into any African nation. You can find locations to get the vaccine by following this link www.passporthealthusa.com

You can contact us at roots@rootstoglory.com or 410-429-0804.

*Our tours require a moderate amount of walking. Our tours are not recommended for people with serious medical or mobility challenges.

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