Ghana · ASHANTI KINGDOM & KUMASI TOURS
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Kumasi is the Ashanti capital and still runs on craft: kente at Bonwire, brass casting at Krofofrom, stool carving at Ahwiaa, and the Manhyia Palace museum for the history behind all of it. These 12 tours are the ones that reach the villages instead of circling the city, with prices and day lengths for each.
Bonwire Kente weaving and an Akan naming ceremony near Kumasi, including a chief-led ritual, hands-on weaving, and a certificate.
“Our tour guide, Solomon and driver, Kwame were absolutely amazing! The level of attention, care, professionalism, and knowledge is unmatched. We arrived to Kumasi early in the morning, they picked us up from the airport, drove us to our ARead more”
A half-day private Kumasi tour focused on Ashanti royal sites, legends, and Kejetia Market, with pickup and local lunch included.
“Bilson gave us a great experience touring Kumasi. He is kind and very knowledgeable. He made us feel comfortable exploring the local areas and markets, and tailored the experience to us. Bilson also helped us explore Kente villages further outside of Kumasi. We 100% recommend Bilson for anyone wanting to get to know the city.”
10-hour private Ashanti day from Kumasi: Kente and Adinkra weaving, a cocoa farm visit, a naming ceremony, pickup included.
“The people definitely the people. They are loving, caring, and thoughtful. I was very impressed with the weaving tour. the young boys were so dedicated to their task.”
Experience a private Kumasi naming ceremony with the Adanwomase community, plus kente weaving, a cocoa farm visit, and lunch, for $175.
“I can't thank Bilson enough for his time and patience. He was even willing to do a 10 hour trip to get me to ensure I made it to the tour. I made the journey to meet him and he was the most sweetest & knowledgeable soul I've ever met. Truly enjRead more”
Four-hour Kumasi culture tour with pickup and mobile ticket. Visit Manhyia Palace, Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, and Okomfo Anokye’s sword site.
Full-day Kumasi Ashanti culture tour from Accra, with palace history, sword site legend, Kente and Adinkra making, markets, and Lake Bosomtwe.
“This tour was a fantastic experience! Walking through Kumasi, visiting the Kejetia Market, and learning about the Ashanti Kingdom's legacy was eye-opening. The guide's expertise made the history come alive. I appreciated the opportunity to see traditional crafts and hear stories passed down through generations. A must-do for travelers interested in Ghanaian culture.”
Kumasi in two days with Asante landmarks, royal museums, Kejetia market, and craft villages, plus pickup and lunch for about $51.
“We had a last minute tour planned and our guide KWAME, was the best. What an amazing and knowledgeable man. Kwame is patient and very caring.”
Private Kumasi day tour covering Asante museums, the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, Adinkra and Kente villages, plus Kejetia Market.
“Amazing tours and lovely driver, Jones was super flexible and accommodating to our needs and made super helpful recommendations. Did some Kente weaving! Adinkra symbol printings and many museums sightings too! We had such a good day!”
Lake Bosomtwe boat cruise plus Kumasi museums and Kejetia Market, with lunch and air-conditioned transfers in a private day trip.
“Unfortunately, Bilson Tours was not organized. They schedule and book with The Green Ranch for horseback riding and a local crew for the boat tour (both respective groups seemed well-organized). We only received the boat tour and did not Read more”
Experience a traditional Asante naming ceremony in Kumasi, with Kente and Adinkra village visits, lunch, and a private group tour from $180.
“Maclean reconnected me to my Ancestors through a Traditional Naming Rite/Ceremony which was the highlight of my trip to Ghana. So far Maclean is the cultured and the best Tour Guide I have work with.”
A 4-day Ghana route from Accra to Cape Coast and Kumasi culture towns, with Kakum canopy, castles, kente and Adinkra hands-on craft.
“Had so much fun with and amazing guide he took us everywhere and he knows just about everyone haha. The canopy walk was such fun and learning of the history of people of Ghana up close was inspiring and breathtaking.”
Kumasi full-day tour with Asante naming ceremony, Kente weaving at Bonwire and Adinkra printing in Ntonso, with pickup.
“My mother and I had an amazing time on this tour and highly recommend it! The visit to the Kente and Ntonso Adinkra villages was fascinating, and the Naming Ceremony was a truly special experience. The hosts were attentive and made thRead more”
