Visit Trinity Cathedral, resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. Tour the Ethnographic Museum, a great introduction to Ethiopian culture and history. Make a short drive to Entoto Hills for a view of the city and visit Maryam Church. En-route, stop at Sheromeda traditional cloth market. Visit the Mercato or the Sholla Market, two of Addis Ababa's main markets.
Overnight: Chosen Hotel in Addis Ababa
Meal Plan: on request
05 Day Classical Historical Tour to Harar
05 Day Classical Historical Tour to Harar
5
Days
05 Day Classical Historical Tour to Harar
Embark on a captivating 5-day journey through Ethiopia, exploring the historical and cultural wonders of Addis Ababa, the wildlife-rich Awash National Park, and the vibrant city of Dire Dawa. Discover the ancient walled city of Harar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its bustling markets, historic sites, and the fascinating nightly hyena feeding ritual. Venture to the stunning rock formations of the Babile Valley and immerse yourself in the unique traditions of the Argoba people. Conclude your adventure in Addis Ababa with a visit to the National Museum and a memorable farewell dinner showcasing Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage.
Tours of Addis Ababa: You will be welcomed by our representative at Bole international airport regardless of arrival time. For morning arrivals tour will begin after checking into your hotel. For afternoon or evening arrivals, tours will begin the following day.
Day 1 :
Arrival Addis Ababa
Drive to Awash National Park. Many species of birds are found here: African Orange-bellied Parrots, Bustards, Weavers, Hoopoe, Yellow-throated Serine, Red-fronted Barbet, Pygmy Batis, Lesser-striped Swallow, and the House Martin. The park also boasts a variety of mammals: the Anubis Baboon, Colobus Monkey, Black-backed Jackal, Bat-eared Fox, Egyptian Mongoose, Warthog, Beisa Oryx, Soemmering’s Gazelle, Lesser Kudu, Salt’s Dikdik, etc.
Overnight: Chosen Hotel/Lodge in Awash
Meal Plan: on request
Day 3 :
Awash National Park - Dire Dawa
Early morning game viewing. Afterwards, drive to Dire Dawa via the Harege Plateau a region of coffee and chat plantations. Arrive in the afternoon to tour the local market.
Overnight: Chosen Hotel in Dire Dawa
Meal Plan: on request
Day 4 :
Dire Dawa - Harar
Drive to Harar (45 minutes.) Stroll through the 16th century walled city of Harar, the fourth most important city in the Islamic World. See the home of Arthur Rimbuad, renowned French poet who worked and lived in Harar as a "gun-runner" during the 19th century. Visit the National and Harari museums; the house of Ras Mekonnen (father of Haile Selassie); and a traditional Harari home. In the evening see the "Hyena Man" feeding the hyenas that gather nightly outside the town.
Overnight: Chosen Hotel in Harar
Meal Plan: on request
Day 5 :
Harar - Addis Ababa
Morning visit to the colorful Islamic Market. Drive from Harar to Dire Dawa. Fly to Addis Ababa. Visit the National Museum, home of the 3 million year old skeleton “Lucy.” Optional souvenir shopping. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. Transfer to airport for late night departure or additional hotel night booked upon request.
Overnight: Departure or Hotel booking on request
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
