Travel details
USD 700
/ per person
Note: The displayed price is the price at the time of application.
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Duration |
Departure in 2026/2 | 2 days |
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Participants |
1 person(s)（Adults 1 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)） |
Travel story
In the highland air, prayer and daily life overlap
A time to touch the core of the culture during a long journey
Addis Ababa is a transit point and also an entrance to memory
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This is a compact two-day itinerary staying in Addis Ababa that lets you experience Ethiopia’s history, faith, and the everyday culture that still lives on.
You will visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Entoto Hill, and the Mercato market, offering a three-dimensional experience from the city’s origins to people’s daily lives.
It’s easy to stop by while traveling to other parts of Africa, and recommended as a stay that makes use of long-haul flight connections.
Signature points
Learn the essentials of Ethiopian culture in the capital, Addis Ababa
Visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral and the National Museum to compactly grasp dynastic history, faith, and people’s lives. Even with a short stay, you can gain a multi-dimensional understanding of the country’s background.
An urban experience close to daily life shaped by markets and the highlands
Through the vast Mercato market and views from Entoto Hill, encounter aspects of the city that haven’t been overly touristified. The lived-in feel of Addis Ababa that becomes visible on foot is also part of the appeal.
A short itinerary that makes use of transit time without strain
The schedule is designed to be easy to incorporate even between long-distance travels, allowing cultural experiences while reducing travel fatigue. It’s recommended as a memorable stop before heading to your next destination.
Itinerary
Arrival in Addis Ababa & Welcome Dinner
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Private transfer
Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your hotel.
Given the evening arrival, no sightseeing is planned on this day.
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Dinner
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
After a short refresh at the hotel, you will head out for a welcome dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant.
Here, you’ll be introduced to Ethiopian cuisine, enjoy a selection of local dishes served in the traditional style, and experience live cultural music and atmosphere, a perfect, relaxed introduction to the country after a long flight.
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GOLDEN TULIP ADDIS ABABA
Addis Ababa City Highlights & Living Traditions
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Breakfast
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
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the Holy Trinity Cathedral
After breakfast, you begin your cultural immersion in Ethiopia’s vibrant capital.
The morning starts with a visit to the Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of Ethiopia’s most important religious and historical landmarks. You will explore the cathedral complex, admire its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows, and learn about its significance as the burial place of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen.
This visit offers valuable insight into Ethiopia’s modern history, Orthodox Christianity, and national identity.
[English Guide]
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Mount Entoto
From here, continue with a drive up to Mount Entoto, offering panoramic views over Addis Ababa and cooler mountain air.
You will visit Entoto Maryam Church and the historic area associated with Emperor Menelik II, gaining insight into Ethiopia’s imperial past and the founding of modern Addis Ababa.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
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Mercato
Descending back into the city, you will explore Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll walk through selected sections to safely experience the intensity of daily life, traditional trade, spices, metals, grains, and local crafts an authentic look at the city’s economic and social heartbeat.
Later in the day, you will visit a traditional pottery workshop, where skilled artisans demonstrate age-old clay techniques used to produce coffee pots, cooking vessels, and household items, highlighting how craftsmanship remains central to Ethiopian daily life.
In the afternoon, enjoy a hands-on Ethiopian culinary experience. You’ll learn about local spices, food preparation, and the cultural importance of communal dining. You may participate in the cooking process and
enjoy the meal afterward.
[English Guide]
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Dinner
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
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Private transfer
After the experience, you’ll return to the hotel to relax and freshen up before your evening transfer to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
Arrival in Addis Ababa & Welcome Dinner
-
Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
-
Private transfer
Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your hotel.
Given the evening arrival, no sightseeing is planned on this day.
-
Dinner
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
After a short refresh at the hotel, you will head out for a welcome dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant.
Here, you’ll be introduced to Ethiopian cuisine, enjoy a selection of local dishes served in the traditional style, and experience live cultural music and atmosphere, a perfect, relaxed introduction to the country after a long flight.
-
GOLDEN TULIP ADDIS ABABA
Addis Ababa City Highlights & Living Traditions
-
Breakfast
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
-
the Holy Trinity Cathedral
After breakfast, you begin your cultural immersion in Ethiopia’s vibrant capital.
The morning starts with a visit to the Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of Ethiopia’s most important religious and historical landmarks. You will explore the cathedral complex, admire its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows, and learn about its significance as the burial place of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen.
This visit offers valuable insight into Ethiopia’s modern history, Orthodox Christianity, and national identity.
[English Guide]
-
Mount Entoto
From here, continue with a drive up to Mount Entoto, offering panoramic views over Addis Ababa and cooler mountain air.
You will visit Entoto Maryam Church and the historic area associated with Emperor Menelik II, gaining insight into Ethiopia’s imperial past and the founding of modern Addis Ababa.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
-
Mercato
Descending back into the city, you will explore Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll walk through selected sections to safely experience the intensity of daily life, traditional trade, spices, metals, grains, and local crafts an authentic look at the city’s economic and social heartbeat.
Later in the day, you will visit a traditional pottery workshop, where skilled artisans demonstrate age-old clay techniques used to produce coffee pots, cooking vessels, and household items, highlighting how craftsmanship remains central to Ethiopian daily life.
In the afternoon, enjoy a hands-on Ethiopian culinary experience. You’ll learn about local spices, food preparation, and the cultural importance of communal dining. You may participate in the cooking process and
enjoy the meal afterward.
[English Guide]
-
Dinner
1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded
-
Private transfer
After the experience, you’ll return to the hotel to relax and freshen up before your evening transfer to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation
As stated in the itinerary
Car
As stated in the itinerary
Guide / Assistant
As stated in the itinerary
Activity
As stated in the itinerary
Meal
B/F：1 LUN：1 DIN：2
As stated in the itinerary
Includes (Others)
Accommodation
All transfers and travel in Addis Abeba by private car
Full board (1 drink per meal included, alcoholic drinks excluded) and a welfare dinner at a traditional restaurant before your airport transfer
All entrance fees and permissions at tourist attractions, churches, and museums
All personnel for safety and security, when required
All tips for meals
Experienced tour guide (fluent in English & Amharic)
Excludes (Others)
International flights
Travel insurance
Visa for Ethiopia
Alcoholic drinks
Tipping
Photo and video fees, if any
All extras and personal expenditures
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