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HomeFull-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto
Description
Experience the highlights of the capital city of Ethiopia in this memorable full-day tour. Head to Mount Entoto for a stunning view of Addis Ababa. Understand the history of the region at the National Archaeological and Ethnological Museums. Admire the beautiful St. George's Cathedral, see the Derg Monuments in tribute to soldiers in the Ogaden War and shop at the Shiro Meda market. Taste delicious Ethiopian foods and admire traditional Ethiopian dances.
Highlights
- Behold the cityscape of Addis Ababa from Mount Entoto
- Explore the National Archaeological Museum
- Admire St George's Cathedral
- Shop at the Shiro Meda market
- Taste authentic Ethiopian foods
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- Meet your tour guide at a pre-decided location and set out on an early morning drive to Entoto Hill.
Enjoy spectacular views on the way up to the hill as you pass small villages and highlands growth. Smell the aroma of the eucalyptus trees which line the road and feel the drop in temperature as you rise up to altitudes of 3,200-metres above sea level. Behold a panoramic view of the city from Mount Entoto and explore the nearby churches.
- Shop for clothes and crafts at the local Shiro Meda market.
- Explore the National Archaeological Museum. See the 3.2 million-year-old bones of Lucy and observe a rich collection of insignia of the emperor and churches
- Proceed to the Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the most important churches of Addis Ababa, and visit the museum nearby.
- Stop by the Ethnographical Museum, located in the Addis Ababa University campus, and observe a fascinating collection of crosses, icons and folklore instruments.
- Make your way to St. George’s Cathedral, located in the heart of the city and one of the most well-recognized places of worship &icons of Addis Ababa. Inside the church, you can walk in a circle around the cathedral, observing an incredible set of paintings portraying both scenes from the Bible and Ethiopian history.
- After lunch, visit the Derg Monuments, memorials to Ethiopian and Cuban soldiers who served in the Ogaden War. Observe the statue of the lion of Judah, in front of the old railway station nearby.
Stroll through Meskel Square and visit the Red Terror Martyrs' Museum. Learn about the heartbreaking Red Terror and its impacts on the Ethiopian people.
Enjoy the afternoon in leisure and shop at some of Addis Ababa's choicest markets.
- See daily life in Addis Ababa. You will get to observe how traditional injera is made, participate in a coffee ceremony and taste some authentic dishes.
- Enjoy authentic Ethiopian food at a local restaurant while admiring traditional Ethiopian dances, and return to your hotel.
What's Included
Pre-tour arrangements
Shuttle service to/from the airport
Welcome drinks
Room including breakfast
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking Addis Ababa tour guide
Bottled water and snacks
Coffee ceremony attendance
Entry fees at museums
Fuel charges
15% VAT
What's Excluded
Lunch
Beverages
Tips and gratuities
Airfare
Personal expenses
Meeting Point
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 200 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |