8 Day itinerary in Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Africa
Cultural and Historical Tour of Ivory Coast
Come discover Côte d’Ivoire, a jewel nestled on the coast of West Africa. This eight-day journey offers visits to important historical sites including one of the largest churches in the world -t he Basilique de Notre Dame de la Paix, and a game reserve. You will explore Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire’s larg... Read More
By Mamadou
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Minimum 18
Operated in
English, French
GUIDANCE
Tour Guide, Driver
starting point
Abidjan
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Indigenous culture
Visit markets
Meet local people
Historic & cultural landmarks
Outdoors & Nature
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Grand Bassam
The French colonial district
The costume museum
The craft center
Grand Bassam
The French colonial district
The costume museum
The craft center
Itinerary
Hotel
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire
Arrive Abidjan. You will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Today’s activities will be determined based on your arrival time. You may relax and unwind or start the tour of Abidjan and vicinity.
Guide: Included for the day
Accommodation:
- Hotel: ibis Abidjan Plateau
Day 2
Grand Bassam
After breakfast, drive to Grand Bassam, the colonial capital city; visit the French colonial district, the costume museum, the craft center, the governor “Binger” palace. Visit the market for souvenirs shopping. Return to Abidjan for dinner and overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
- Hotel: ibis Abidjan Plateau
Day 3
Abidjan – Abengourou
After breakfast, travel to Abengourou in Indénié Kingdom. On the way, visit of the fetish priest (komian) then continue to the village of Aniassué where you will see the witch doctors’ ceremonies and the fetish dance. Arrive Abengourou and check into your hotel. In the afternoon, travel to Niablé to visit the king Nanan Kouao, followed by a tour of the local cocoa plantation.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel: HOTEL LE ROYAUME
Day 4
Abengourou – Yamoussoukro
After breakfast drive to Yamoussoukro, the political capital of Ivory Coast. In the afternoon visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, one of the world’s largest, the sacred crocodiles and the main mosque.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel: Le President
Day 5
Yamoussoukro – Korhogo
After breakfast, drive to the village of Kondeyaokro. Attend an initiation dance of Goli masks. Continue to Korhogo, in Sénoufo country. Arrive Korhogo late afternoon and proceed to Toro for the initiation dance of fire eaters, called Djinangoro. Tour the village of Tioro before returning to your hotel.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel: Mont Korhogo 02
Day 6
Korhogo (Senoufo Land)
After breakfast visit the sacred rock and the fetish hut village in Niofoin. Continue to Boundiali and visit the Peulh’s village. Here you may see the traditional N’goro dance. Early evening return to Korhogo.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel: Mont Korhogo 02
Day 7
Korhogo – Bouafle
After breakfast, drive to Bouaflé. In the afternoon drive to the village of Lopouafla to see the zaouli dance (the very elastic and vibrating dance of Gouro people). Observe other village activities before returning to Bouaflé
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel: Hotel Irie
Day 8
Bouafle – Abidjan – Depart
After breakfast return to Abidjan. On arrival go on the city tour of Abidjan including Le Plateau, the central, high-rise commercial area, Cocody, the upscale residential section and Treichville, which is linked to Le Plateau by two major bridges. With the assistance of your driver and guide decide on your final activities before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight
Guide: Included for the day
What’s Included
Accommodation
- HOTEL LE ROYAUME
- Le President
- Mont Korhogo 02
- Hotel Irie
- ibis Abidjan Plateau
Meals
- Breakfast (6)
- Dinner (5)
Transport
- Transportation in private A/C vehicle
Extras
- Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
- Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers
- 7 nights Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties
- Transportation in private vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking Tour Guide
- Admission to listed sites
- Meals indicated (Breakfast daily & 6 Dinners)
- Assistance with visa application
Not Included
- International Flight
- Cost of Visa
- Meals not listed
- Travel Insurance (can be quoted)
- Immunization
- Gratuity to driver and guide
About Mamadou
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Hiking
Visit markets
Meet local people
Indigenous culture
Historic & cultural landmarks
Outdoors & Nature
Beach & Sea
I was born in Sikasso, I have experience in the hotel and tourism industry, along with his widespread knowledge of West African tourism, Although he’s stationed in Mali, I oversee operations in several countries.
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