Ashanti Heritage & Culture Tour

Ashanti Heritage & Culture Tour

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About This Tour in Kumasi

Explore the cultural heart of Kumasi on this guided city tour. Visit the historic Manhyia Palace Museum to learn about the Ashanti Kingdom, discover the rich history of the Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kejetia Market, the largest open-air market in West Africa. This tour offers an authentic insight into Ashanti heritage, daily life, and local traditions with a knowledgeable local guide.

Why Visit Kumasi?

Kumasi, Ghana offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kumasi provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Kumasi

You can reach Kumasi, Ghana by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Guide Services

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

An essential highlight of the palace that enhances the enriching experience for tourists

Infront of the manhyia palace

End Point

This happens to be the last tour and where the tour suppose to end.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

An essential highlight of the palace that enhances... 1 hour

An essential highlight of the palace that enhances the enriching experience for tourists is the Manhyia Palace Museum. Despite its modest size, this museum houses a wealth of historic artifacts, war talismans, and other treasures from the Asante Kingdom. It was inaugurated in 1995 as part of the Silver Jubilee celebration commemorating the ascension of the Golden Stool.

While this museum may be compact in size,... 1 hour

While this museum may be compact in size, the included personalized tour, offered with admission, provides a captivating introduction to Ashanti culture and history. Among its exhibits are artifacts associated with Ashanti King Prempeh II, including his war attire, ceremonial garments, jewelry, protective talismans, personal accessories for bathing and dining, furniture, royal emblems, and finely crafted brass weights for gold measurement. Designed to resemble an Ashanti chief's residence, the museum features a front courtyard and walls adorned with traditional carved symbols.

This is place where you will learn Kente weaving and Cocoa 1 hour

This is place where you will learn Kente weaving and Cocoa. How Cocoa is processed into various product. How kente is weaved into different kinds of cloth

Explore the bustling Kejetia Market, West Africa’s largest... 1 hour

Explore the bustling Kejetia Market, West Africa’s largest open-air market, filled with crafts, fabrics, and food — one of the liveliest things to do in Kumasi.

At this village, a tree bark goes through... 1 hour

At this village, a tree bark goes through a thorough process before turning into an ink for making Adinkra symbols

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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