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Description
Admire the beautiful window stained glassworks and the unique architecture of the Holy Trinity Church. Step back in time as you gaze over the fossil remains of "Lucy" (3.18 million years old) and centuries-old tools. Visit the oldest church, walk through Africa's largest market (Addis Mercato) and learn about the history of the Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum.
Highlights
- Observe the fossil skeleton of "Lucy" closely
- Visit the 140-year-old Kiddus Raguel Church
- Stroll through the vast Addis Mercato
- Understand the city's heritage & culture at National Museum of Ethiopia
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- Meet your tour guide at a pre-decided location and begin the tour.
- Learn about Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity by visiting the Holy Trinity Cathedral - one of the most important religious sites. s
- See the tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie I and V.
- Visit the small museum. Duration: 1 hour Stop At National Museum of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa the National Museum of Ethiopia.
- See the fossil remains of Lucy (3.18 million years old) and some of the oldest stone tools human beings ever made and used. Learn about the historical and cultural background of Ethiopia and its people. Duration: 1 hour stop at Entoto Hill, Addis Ababa
- Drive through the Eucalyptus forest to Entoto Hill (3,200 meters above sea level) to enjoy the panoramic view of the city.
- Embrace the warmth of hospitality as you sit down for an authentic coffee with a local family. Duration: 2 hours
- Stop At Kiddus Raguel Church, the oldest church in Addis Ababa (140 years old), to see the beautiful hand-painted colourful wall paintings as old as the church.
- Halt at the abandoned Small Rock Church, which was used 700 years ago. Duration: 1 hour
- Scurry through Addis Mercato, the biggest outdoor market in Africa.
- Walkthrough the spice market, second-hand items market, handwoven basket market, and the recycling part of the market. Duration: 1 hour
- Saunter at the Meskel Square, the main square in Addis Ababa, named after a colourful religious ceremony of Meskel (Finding of the True Cross of Jesus Christ) Duration: 10 minutes.
- Pass by Lion of Judah at Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum and learn about Ethiopian modern history.
What's Included
- A comfortable private vehicle equipped with air conditioning and shoulder seat belts
- English-speaking Addis Ababa tour guide
- Tour escort/host
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
- Bottled water and local snacks in the van
- Transport by private vehicle
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Attendance
- Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia
- Entry/Admission - Addis Mercato
What's Excluded
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Holy Trinity Cathedral
- Alcoholic Drinks
Know before you go
- Pick up will be done from any location in Addis Ababa as per your request.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 70 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 50 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |
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USD 70 / person