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2-Day Addis Ababa City Tour And Debre Libanos Monastery Excursion

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Culture, Museum

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, French, Italian, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish

Description

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Addis Ababa on a 2-day tour. Visit the National Museum to see the famous 'Lucy' fossil. Explore Merkato, Africa's largest market, and discover Ethiopian trade traditions. Admire the St. George Cathedral's traditional architecture. Ascend Mount Entoto for breathtaking city views. Journey to Debre Libanos Monastery, witness stunning gorge vistas and experience the scenic seasonal waterfall from June to October.

Highlights
  • Explore the National Museum and witness the ancient hominid fossil 'Lucy'
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Merkato, Africa's largest market
  • Marvel at the traditional architecture of St. George's Cathedral
  • Ascend Mount Entoto for breathtaking views of Addis Ababa
  • Day 1: Addis Ababa City Tour expand_more
    • Start at the National Museum and experience the wonder of 'Lucy,' a complete hominid fossil.
    • Lose yourself in the vastness of Merkato, where Ethiopian trade traditions come alive in an open-air market.
    • Visit the St. George Cathedral, dedicated to the patron saint of soldiers, and admire its beautiful artwork.
    • Reach the summit of Mount Entoto for awe-inspiring views of the city and its surroundings.
  • Day 2: Excursion trip to Debre Libanos and Blue Nile Gorge expand_more
    • Journey north from Addis Ababa, passing through the picturesque Sululta Plains.
    • Stop at Debre Libanos Monastery, perched high on a cliff, and marvel at the breathtaking gorge views.
    • Visit the new church, adorned with stained glass windows and stunning mosaic figures on the façade.
    • Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by gregarious gelada baboons and soaring birds of prey.
    • Continue north to witness the mighty Blue Nile flowing through the spectacular gorge country.
    • Admire the Blue Nile Falls and cross the modern bridge that connects Shewa and Gojam regions.
    • Capture the beauty of the surroundings but remember that photography on the bridge is forbidden.
    • Return to Addis Ababa, cherishing the memories of this enriching tour.
What's Included
  • All private ground transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • All lunches
  • All entrance fee
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Water and snacks onboard
What's Excluded
  • Room
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
  • Camera and video fees
What to bring
  • Walking shoes
  • Passport or ID
Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Persons
1 To 2 USD 165 Per Person
3 To 6 USD 115 Per Person

This is a private tour
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USD 165 / person