Addis Ababa “New Flower” in Amharic is a vibrant cosmopolitan capital city and this Tour will give you a real taste and flavor of Ethiopia. Highlights include a visit to the National Museum, home of the world famous hominid Lucy (learn about her discovery in the Afar region of Ethiopia in 1974). Take an aromatic Spice Tour of bustling Merkato (reputedly Africa’s’ largest open air market) that will engage all of your senses! Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony from roasting to brewing and savoring the taste of the drink that originated in Ethiopia.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off at any location in Addis Ababa (Hotel, house or airport)
Entry/Admission - Entoto Hill
Accompanying English speaking guide
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Chiromeda Market
Ground transportation including a car, a driver and fuel
Entry/Admission - Addis Mercato
Local tour guides
Entry/Admission - Menelik palace
Entry/Admission - Entoto Maryam Church
Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia
Cup of Ethiopian aromatic coffee on the street side
Alcoholic beverages
Tip for tour guide
Other cost not offered in this program
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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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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Addis Ababa “New Flower” in Amharic is a vibrant cosmopolitan capital city and this Tour will give you a real taste and flavor of Ethiopia. Highlights include a visit to the National Museum, home of the world famous hominid Lucy (learn about her discovery in the Afar region of Ethiopia in 1974). Take an aromatic Spice Tour of bustling Merkato (reputedly Africa’s’ largest open air market) that will engage all of your senses! Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony from roasting to brewing and savoring the taste of the drink that originated in Ethiopia.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off at any location in Addis Ababa (Hotel, house or airport)
Entry/Admission - Entoto Hill
Accompanying English speaking guide
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Chiromeda Market
Ground transportation including a car, a driver and fuel
Entry/Admission - Addis Mercato
Local tour guides
Entry/Admission - Menelik palace
Entry/Admission - Entoto Maryam Church
Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia
Cup of Ethiopian aromatic coffee on the street side
Alcoholic beverages
Tip for tour guide
Other cost not offered in this program
Itinerary
1
Mount Entoto
The tour follows a chronological order of the expansion of Addis Ababa, starting with where it all started at the famous Entoto mountain. Here, you will see the vast parts of Addis Ababa from an impressive viewpoint.
1 hour
2
Entoto Maryam Church
You will walk around the historic Entoto Church, which in its compound has the first church in/around Addis Ababa. It is a tranquil church with typical ancient architecture of Ethiopian Churches.
30 minutes
3
Menelik palace
You will visit the palace of the Mighty King who kept Ethiopia independent from Colonial Powers (Emperor Menelik II). The Emperor was so busy fighting back imperialists that his palace is a humble one.
30 minutes
4
Chiromeda Market
One the way down from the mountains, visit Ethiopia largest textile market with displays of Ethiopia's finest hand craftsmanship
30 minutes
5
National Museum of Ethiopia
Here, you will get to see fossil replicas of your ancestor, Lucy
45 minutes
6
Menelik II Square
You will drive through the center of Addis Ababa, called Old Piazza, where you will see old Italian buildings, and also masses of people transiting to different parts of the city. It is a good highlight of Addis Ababa's way of life.
30 minutes
7
Mercato Market
Guided walking tour of the largest open air market in Ethiopia
