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Benin
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Littoral Department
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Cotonou
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Tours & Activities
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Tour of Benin
3 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Cotonou City Tour
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Advance notice of 10 days required in order to confirm this booking. Thank you
Pick up from any hotel in Cotonou.
City tour of Cotonou. Visit the most important squares and monuments of the city of Cotonou.The red star, the martyrs square, the Lenin square, the dantopka market, the largest open-air market in West Africa, the handicraft promotion center, the Laguna that is at the origin of the name Cotonou. Return to the hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Cotonou-Ganvie-Cotonou
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Cotonou-Ganvie-Cotonou.Visit the Venice of Africa, lake Ganvié. Visit the maion of the mason of the Francophonie, the market that comes alive on the water, the channel of lovers and especially the monument that traces the history of the city of Ganvié. Also visit Sô Ava and other villages that are on the water. Lunch in Ganvié. Back to Cotonou.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Cotonou-Ouidah-Cotonou
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Cotonou-Ouidah-Cotonou. On the way to the famous Ouidah, starting point for slaves to the New World. First visit the sacred forest then the temple of the pithons. Transformed into a museum, the old Portuguese fort plunged us into one of the most memorable moments in history. We then travel the famous Slave Route followed by these men, women and children chained to the Gate of No Return. On return visit the museum of the Zinsou Foundation and return to Cotonou. End of the tour
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Cotonou City Tour
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Advance notice of 10 days required in order to confirm this booking. Thank you
Pick up from any hotel in Cotonou.
City tour of Cotonou. Visit the most important squares and monuments of the city of Cotonou.The red star, the martyrs square, the Lenin square, the dantopka market, the largest open-air market in West Africa, the handicraft promotion center, the Laguna that is at the origin of the name Cotonou. Return to the hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Cotonou-Ganvie-Cotonou
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Cotonou-Ganvie-Cotonou.Visit the Venice of Africa, lake Ganvié. Visit the maion of the mason of the Francophonie, the market that comes alive on the water, the channel of lovers and especially the monument that traces the history of the city of Ganvié. Also visit Sô Ava and other villages that are on the water. Lunch in Ganvié. Back to Cotonou.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Cotonou-Ouidah-Cotonou
Stop At: Cotonou Cathedral, Ancien Pont Bridge, Cotonou Benin
Cotonou-Ouidah-Cotonou. On the way to the famous Ouidah, starting point for slaves to the New World. First visit the sacred forest then the temple of the pithons. Transformed into a museum, the old Portuguese fort plunged us into one of the most memorable moments in history. We then travel the famous Slave Route followed by these men, women and children chained to the Gate of No Return. On return visit the museum of the Zinsou Foundation and return to Cotonou. End of the tour
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Cotonou Cathedral
Not included
- Meals
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
85%
Cultural
70%
Original
20%
