Educational Tours & Trips in West Africa

At UNESCO-listed Volubilis, well-preserved Roman mosaics tell ancient stories, then you'll head to the medieval Medina of Fes with stops at the Medrasa Bouanania and Quaraouin, the world's oldest university. The blue-painted alleyways of Chefchaouen are yours to wander, and you'll check out the Portuguese Cistern in El Jadida's fortified walls while learning traditional craftsmanship at Fes' famous tanneries with expert local guides in each imperial city. This 11-day private educational trip includes official art historian-led tours in Casablanca, Volubilis, Fes, and Marrakech, with stays in carefully selected riads and hotels.

West Africa's historic sites and natural wonders unfold in comfort and style. Traditional music, authentic cuisine, and ancient architecture blend with expert local insights for an enriching adventure.

First-class rail travel across West Africa's premier network emphasizes eco-conscious cultural immersion while supporting sustainable tourism development.

West Africa's history unfolds across Ghana's Cape Coast and Elmina through visits to UNESCO World Heritage slave castles, where Cape Coast Castle served as a major trading post since 1555 and Elmina Castle stands as the oldest European building in sub-Saharan Africa from 1482. At Assin Manso Slave River, you'll see where enslaved Africans took their last bath on African soil, then tour the National Museum of Ghana and W.E.B. Du Bois Center. A traditional naming ceremony at Nkyinkyim Museum is included, along with guided tours of Accra's colonial-era forts like Usher Fort and Christiansborg Castle. The Nubuke Foundation and Artists Alliance Gallery showcase African art you'll check out during the trip.

The dungeons and tunnel at Cape Coast Castle show where enslaved people passed before boarding ships, then you'll see the UNESCO-listed Elmina Castle and Fort Jago to understand West Africa's key role in the transatlantic slave trade. At Assin Manso Slave Market and River, you'll learn about the Donko Nsuo where captives bathed, plus trek the Canopy Walkway at Kakum National Park and check out the Posuban Shrine and Java Museum. Accommodation is at Charleston Hotel Accra and Golden Hill Parker Hotel Elmina during the six days. The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, W.E.B. Dubois Centre for Pan Africanism, and Fort William in Anomabo round out this look at the region's historical importance.

Women-centered adventures in West Africa showcase traditional cooking, artisan workshops, and hammam visits. The route winds through UNESCO sites from ancient medinas to the Sahara, with comfortable 4-star lodging throughout.

A rich blend of West African historical sites and natural wonders awaits. Ancient cities, traditional villages, and desert landscapes come alive through deep cultural connections.