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2-Day Yoruba Historical and Cultural Tour (South West Nigeria)
Gra/Police Barracks
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This private tour gives an insight into the life, religion, history and culture of the Yorubas. The tour which starts from Lagos will have us travel to Abeokuta in Ogun State for about two hours on the first day and on the second day to Osogbo and Ile-Ife both in Osun State for about 3 hours.
Learn about the Yoruba faith, a religion that is among the world's ten largest. Traditional Yoruba religious beliefs recognize a wide variety of deities, with Olodumare known as the creator and other spirits serving as intermediates to help with the concerns of humans. The deities include "Ọya" (wind goddess), "Ifa" (divination or fate), "Ẹlẹda" (destiny), "Ọsanyin" (medicines and healing),"Ọsun" (god...
Highlights
1 day and 12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 day and 12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visa support to visit Nigeria if needed
Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Lagos Hotel
Return
2-Day Yoruba Historical and Cultural Tour (South West Nigeria)
Gra/Police Barracks
About
This private tour gives an insight into the life, religion, history and culture of the Yorubas. The tour which starts from Lagos will have us travel to Abeokuta in Ogun State for about two hours on the first day and on the second day to Osogbo and Ile-Ife both in Osun State for about 3 hours.
Learn about the Yoruba faith, a religion that is among the world's ten largest. Traditional Yoruba religious beliefs recognize a wide variety of deities, with Olodumare known as the creator and other spirits serving as intermediates to help with the concerns of humans. The deities include "Ọya" (wind goddess), "Ifa" (divination or fate), "Ẹlẹda" (destiny), "Ọsanyin" (medicines and healing),"Ọsun" (god...
Highlights
1 day and 12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 day and 12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visa support to visit Nigeria if needed
Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Lagos Hotel
Return
Itinerary
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Olumo Rock
Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State is a two hours’ drive from Lagos. It has an historical monument, Olumo Rock which served as a shelter and fortress to the Egba Warriors during the Yoruba Intercity wars in the 19th century. At the top of the rock, you will be able to see the amazing blue skies, the vegetation and just revel in the beauty of nature. If you love nature, scenery with some peace and quiet, this is for you.
2 hours
2
The Alake of Egba Palace
The palace is rich in art, culture, history and the tradition of the Egba clan. Everything about it boastfully displays the pride of the Egba people. It is the official residence of the Alake of Egbaland, the traditional ruler of the Egba people. The Palace is a historical monument that showcases the rich culture of the people as this will enbale you to learn about culture of the Egba (Abeokuta people), among others.
2 hours
3
Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove
Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove is classified as one of the UNESCO world heritage sites and this sacred forest attracts a large number of tourists as it is definitely worth visiting. It is located in Osun State which is about 4 hours’ drive from Lagos. It is the center where the annual popular Osun-Osogbo Festival takes place.
3 hours
4
Ooni of Ife's Palace
Ile-Ife attracts a large number of tourists as it is definitely worth visiting. After our tour at Osun Osogbo Grove, we will be driving for an hour to Ile-Ife.
Ile-Ife is also known as the Kingdom of Ife, the spiritual home of the Yoruba people. Ooni is the traditional ruler of Ile Ife and his palace is a historical monument. We will take a tour around the palace and a bit of the city.
2 hours , Admission included
