Join The Trip Monster for Detty December in Ghana!

December 24–31, 2027 · 7 nights
$3,899 per person · Limited to 12 travelers

Experience the energy of Detty December on a group cultural and historical tour of Accra and Cape Coast, Ghana.

Trip Details

• Destination: Accra + Cape Coast, Ghana
• Dates: December 24–31, 2027
• Length: 8 Days / 7 Nights
• Airfare: Not included
• Group size: Limited to 12 travelers

What’s included in this trip:

• Premium lodging
• Private ground transportation
• Guided tours
• 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
• All activities listed in the itinerary, including Cape Coast Castle, the Sankofa Ceremony, the Kakum National Park Canopy Walk, Aburi Botanical Gardens, and the AfroFuture Festival experience

What’s not included:

• International airfare
• AfroFuture/concert tickets beyond what’s stated in the itinerary
• Meals not listed in the itinerary
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses

Itinerary:

• Friday, December 24, 2027 – When you walk out of the airport in Accra, you will be greeted with a smile by your Uprise tour guide, who will escort you to a comfortable nearby hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the chance to visit some sites in Accra. You may also have time for your first traditional Ghanaian meal, or a cultural and historical orientation session to prepare you for the days ahead. (Lunch and dinner only are included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Saturday, December 25, 2027 – This morning you will visit TK bead factory, a local community-oriented factory that is known to empower local artisans, utilize traditional bead-making techniques and contribute to social development. Here, you will take a guided tour through the glass bead factory where you will learn how the local people recycle glass bottles into beautiful beads. Next, you will visit the Aburi Botanical Gardens where you will learn about local plants and their medicinal uses. You will also have the chance to enjoy a leisurely walk along the well maintained paths surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. (Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Sunday, December 26, 2027 – Today you will have a chance to relax and reflect at Labadi Beach, one of Accra’s nicest beach hangouts. It’s beach time! This evening you will experience AfroFuture, a celebration of Africa’s diverse culture and the vibrant work of African creative entrepreneurs. Your driver will be available to take you to and from the event. (Breakfast only is included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Monday, December 27, 2027 – This morning you will begin your tour at the frenetic Makola Market, Accra’s biggest market. This will give you a glance into the daily lives of Ghanaians as they hustle from stall to stall, bargaining for every product you can imagine. Next, you will visit the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum in Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. Here your Uprise guide will teach you about the rise of Ghana’s independence leader and first president, Kwame Nkrumah. Later today, you will make a stop by the Independence Square which contains monuments of Ghana’s independence struggle, the Independence Arch, and the Black Star Gate. Finally, you will visit the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre for Pan Africanism, where you will learn about W.E.B. Du Bois and his influence on the Pan-African movement. This evening you will experience AfroFuture. (Breakfast only is included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Tuesday, December 28, 2027 – This morning you will depart Accra and head west to Cape Coast, the former capital city of Ghana known for its winding streets, colonial architecture, and its UNESCO World Heritage slave castle. Before your arrival, you will stop in the town of Assin Manso on the banks of the Pra River. This river is the site where captive slaves traveling south to Cape Coast were made to take their last bath before entering the slave castles to wait for ships to the Americas. During your tour, you will have the opportunity to wash your hands and feet in the river while paying tribute to the millions of enslaved Africans who suffered and died during the transatlantic slave trade. Next you will participate in a Sankofa (going back to your roots) naming ceremony. This ceremony will be attended by the local chief and elders of the nearby village. Each guest will be given a traditional name. After this authentic experience, you will head back to Accra, waving to quiet fishing villages along the coast. This evening, you will have the chance to explore Accra’s nightlife. (Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Wednesday, December 29, 2027 – This morning you are free to enjoy Accra by yourself or talk with your Uprise guide about other activities in the area. Later today, you will have the chance to visit the arts centre in Accra for an opportunity to shop and bargain for for paintings, bags, clothing and other crafts from around Ghana. This evening, you will have the chance to explore Accra’s nightlife. (Breakfast only is included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Thursday, December 30, 2027 – This morning you will head back to Cape Coast where you will visit St. George’s Castle in Elmina, the first and oldest European building in Sub-Saharan Africa. Built in 1482, this UNESCO World Heritage Site changed hands on several occasions throughout history. Here you will have a chance to stand at the “point of no return,” the last place that captive slaves stood in Africa before boarding ships to the Americas. You will also tour Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and home to a museum on slavery and European colonization. This castle was built by the Swedes in 1653 and while you are here, your castle guide will take you on a tour through the rooms formerly occupied by slaves bound for the New World. Finally, you will visit Kakum National Park, home to seven rope bridges in the forest canopy. Accompanied by a park ranger, you will cross the bridges as you wander through the canopy and marvel at the surrounding forest. Later today, you will head back to Accra. This evening, you will have the chance to explore Accra’s nightlife. (Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.) Overnight: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel.
• Friday, December 31, 2027 – Departure: Breakfast and a final morning in Accra before airport transfers to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) according to individual flight schedules.

Payment plan:

A $275 per-person deposit reserves your spot. Monthly payments of $275 follow, with the final payment of $324 due October 31, 2027.

• $275 deposit to reserve your spot
• $275/month, October 31, 2026 – September 30, 2027
• $324 final payment due October 31, 2027

Important Booking Information

Airfare: International flights are not included. Guests book their own flights to Kotoka International Airport (ACC), Accra.

Passport & Visa: A valid passport is required. U.S. travelers also need a Ghana entry visa and a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate — please arrange these well before departure and verify current requirements.

Travel Protection: Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport do I fly into?
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra.

Is airfare included?
No, guests arrange their own flights.

Can I make payments?
Yes: $275 deposit, then $275 monthly, final payment $324 due October 31, 2027.

How large is the group?
The group is capped at 12 travelers.

Do I need a visa or vaccinations?
Yes — a Ghana visa and Yellow Fever vaccination certificate are required; start early and verify current requirements.

Cancellation policy:

CANCELLATION POLICY
Deposits: A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm every reservation. Deposits are non-refundable under all circumstances, as they secure group space, supplier commitments, and planning services.
Cancellation by the Traveler: All cancellations must be submitted in writing to The Trip Monster. Refunds, where applicable, are calculated from the date written notice is received and are limited to amounts recoverable from suppliers:
• 91 days or more before departure: Full refund of payments made, less the non-refundable deposit and any non-recoverable supplier costs.
• 61–90 days before departure: 50% refund of payments made, less the non-refundable deposit and any non-recoverable supplier costs.
• 31–60 days before departure: 25% refund of payments made, less the non-refundable deposit and any non-recoverable supplier costs.
• 30 days or less before departure, or no-show: No refund.
Supplier Terms: Many hotels, tour operators, and venues impose their own cancellation penalties, which may be stricter than this policy. Where a supplier’s terms are stricter, the supplier’s terms apply, and refunds are limited to the amounts The Trip Monster is able to recover.
Name Changes & Substitutions: Where suppliers permit, a traveler may transfer their reservation to another person. Any supplier change fees are the responsibility of the traveler.
Changes by The Trip Monster: If a trip is postponed or rescheduled by The Trip Monster or its suppliers, payments will be applied to the new dates or held as a travel credit, in accordance with supplier terms.
Travel Protection: Travel protection/insurance is strongly recommended for all travelers. Travelers who decline coverage are responsible for any losses resulting from cancellation or interruption.
Refund Processing: Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method within 30 days of the approved cancellation, less the applicable amounts above.

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