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Hidden treasure of Addis Ababa history & culture Tour with Ethiopian cosine +Coffee Cermoney

Hidden treasure of Addis Ababa history & culture Tour with Ethiopian cosine +Coffee Cermoney

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Yonas M.

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Addis Ababa

English, French, German, Japanese, Amharic (Native)

7 hrs 20 mins

Private tour (only you and Yonas M.)

Up to 15 people

Explore Addis Ababa on a private tour. Visit the National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Merkato Market. Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian cuisine with a local family. While attending Coffee & coffee Cermoney

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel lobby or bole in

- Meet up at your hotel lobby or bole international airport

09:30 AM

Mercato Market

Start your visit going to Mercato Market, the largest in Africa. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, bustling energy, and diverse sensory overload. Discover unique sections where items like False Banana Tree bread, traditional Ethiopian food ingredients, and spices are sold. Practice your bargaining skills with the help of your guide.

10:00 AM

Bata Mariam Church

Next Visit Bata Mariam Church in Addis Ababa, a historic Ethiopian Orthodox church known for its unique circular design and vibrant frescoes. Explore its peaceful atmosphere and admire the detailed murals depicting biblical scenes. Learn about the church’s significance in Ethiopian religious life and its architectural heritage. This visit offers a fascinating glimpse into the country’s deep-rooted Christian traditions and cultural history.

The church also features underground crypts for Menelik and wife Empress Taitu, his daughter Empress Zewditu, and Emperor Haile Selassie’s daughter, who died at the young ag

12:00 PM

Mount Entoto & Shiro meda local market

Next, drive through the Eucalyptus forest to Entoto Hill. From an elevation of 3,200 meters above sea level, enjoy panoramic views of Addis Ababa. Experience a local family visit and attend a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony With local food.

Choose to take a leisurely hike in Entoto Park, visit the Entoto Maryam Church, or see the palace of Emperor Menelik II, the oldest in Addis Ababa. Near Mount Entoto, stop at Shiro Meda Market to browse stalls selling colorful textiles, spices, handmade crafts, and souvenirs.

12:40 PM

Ethnological Museum

Next, visit the Ethnological Museum, located in the compound of Addis Ababa University. Explore exhibits dedicated to Ethiopia’s victory over Italians at the Battle of Adwa and famous Ethiopian poets, writers, and translators. See displays highlighting the different ethnic groups of Ethiopia, and view the bedrooms and bathrooms of Emperor Haile Selassie I and Empress Menen. Learn about Ethiopia’s religious art and traditional musical instruments.

02:00 PM

National museum of Ethiopia

Finally, visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to see the famous Lucy fossil, a 3.2 million-year-old Australopithecus Afarensis. Explore the historical evolution section to learn about the rise and fall of the Aksumite Empire, the influence of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and modern Ethiopia's history. See ancient paintings, sculptures, and contemporary masterpieces, as well as traditional clothing, tools, and household items from various regions.

Ending Point

your hotel or air

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Brand new 2024 Air-conditioned vehicle (Suzuki Dzire) -Fuel surcharge

Professional experienced English-speaking tour guide Mount Entoto park

Tour escort/host

Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off with private air conditioned vehicle

Bottled water, local snacks, coffee and tea

Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Attendance

Home cooked Ethiopian meals

Entry/Admission - National Museum of Ethiopia Menilek place and museum

What‘s not included

Gratuities

Merkato Market is CLOSED on Sundays. National Museum of Ethiopia is NOT OPEN on MONDAYS.

Entry/Admission - Bahita Mariam church

Entry/Admission - Ethnological museum

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

All weeks and months

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Yonas M.

Identity Verified

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About Tour Guide Yonas M.

Hi there! my name is Yonas. I am based in Addis Ababa, I have been in the Travel and Tourism industry since 2007 I love traveling and meeting new people and I know the feeling of visiting a foreign country for the first time can be exciting and daunting at the same time. However booking trips in advance gives you peace of mind. I am a licensed tour guide. The tour packages that I offer include Local Market Tours sightseeing experiences, city tour, cultural, and to the Historical sites I can arrange an itinerary according to your preference which includes Tours of Addis Ababa Day Trips out of Addis Ababa and to all corners of Ethiopia -omo valley - southern Rift valley Lakes Danakil Depression - Lalibela - Axum - Gonadar - Bahirdar Simien Mountains with me these incredible places will not go unseen. My focus is providing travelers with incredible, safe and memorable traveling experience To all parts of Ethiopia) i have been arranging private and group tours I take pleasure in creating tailor-made tours that explore the fascinating land of origin, offering my expertise to arrange your tours anywhere in Ethiopia. . I Look forward to meeting you soon. Thank You. Yonas.