Cell: +251 96 752 1574
My Suggested Itinerary
Or, if you prefer, allow me to create a personalized tour based on your preferences and requirements!
For those who only have a day or less to spend touring the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, we have a variety of tours to meet your needs.
​
I will meet you at a pre-arranged location (e.g. hotel or airport) and date/time in Addis.
You may visit the breath-taking overlook of the Blue Nile Gorge; the mysterious Tiya Stelae, a UNESCO World Heritage site; or take in some of the finest museums in Africa.
Half Day Tour
National Museum
Comprised of many archaeological and historical artefacts including the famous hominid fossil “Lucy” locally known as “Dinknesh” meaning “wonderful,” this museum provides a great introduction to the history of Ethiopia.
Mercato
The largest open-air market in Africa. Here you will be given a fascinating glimpse of the vast range of goods from all parts of the country and participate in the Ethiopian tradition of negotiating a price or bartering.
Mount Entoto
With an altitude of 3200 meters is the highest peak in the Addis Ababa region. It was the site of the first palace of Menelik-II, the founder of Addis Ababa, and offers wonderful views of the surrounding forests and the capital below.
"Jebena Buna" (ጀበና ቡና) - Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
As we stroll through the vibrant and bustling capital, we'll also take some time to immerse ourselves in the mystical and traditional Ethiopian Coffee ceremony, where you will have a chance to relax and sip some of the world's finest brew, here in Ethiopia -- the birthplace of coffee!!
Full Day Tour
This tour includes ALL the sites of the "Addis Ababa Half Day" tour PLUS:
Ethnological Museum
Located in the main campus of the Addis Ababa University and founded by the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, the museum strives to preserve the country's historical and cultural heritages. It has complete collections that describe almost all the tribal groups in Ethiopia. Here you will have an overview about the history, culture, and traditions of the people of Ethiopia.
Trinity Cathedral
A beautiful church with a baroque style of European architecture that is unique to both Ethiopia and Africa and is dedicated to the Holy Trinity. Many renowned Ethiopians are buried in the church grounds and the tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie and his wife are inside the church.
St. George Cathedral
Located in the heart of the city, this is where Emperor Haile Selassie was coronated as the Emperor of Ethiopia. Its museum holds clothes and belongings of the former Ethiopian kings, religious crosses, and numerous manuscripts and paintings.
