6-Day Explore Harar, Lalibela & Addis Ababa

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your guide and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, there is the option to explore Addis Ababa, including the National Museum (home of Lucy), the bustling Mercato, or Mount Entoto for panoramic views of the city.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly to Dire Dawa & Visit Harar

After breakfast, take a morning flight to Dire Dawa. Upon arrival, drive to the ancient city of Harar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Spend the day exploring Harar’s vibrant alleys, centuries-old mosques, markets, and traditional Harari homes known for their ornate interiors and cultural significance.
Overnight: Harar.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Ferej Hotel

• Budget located in Harar (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exploration of Harar & Hyena Feeding

Today is dedicated to a deeper discovery of Harar.
Visit notable sites such as:
The Harar city walls (Jegol)
Arthur Rimbaud’s House
Local markets and coffee shops
Harari museums and shrines
In the evening, experience the famous Hyena Feeding Ceremony, a unique cultural tradition where locals interact with wild hyenas—a spectacle found only in Harar.
Overnight: Harar.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Ferej Hotel

• Budget located in Harar (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Camel Market & Fly Back to Addis Ababa

Start the day with a visit to the colorful Babille Camel Market, where traders and pastoralists gather for one of Ethiopia’s most vibrant livestock markets.
Later, return to Dire Dawa and catch your flight back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly to Lalibela & Visit the Rock-Hewn Churches

Take a morning flight to the holy town of Lalibela, often referred to as the “New Jerusalem.”
Begin your tour of the first cluster of rock-hewn churches, carved directly into the volcanic rock in the 12th century. Highlights include:
Bete Medhane Alem
Bete Maryam
Bete Golgotha
Bete Meskel
And more
These remarkable structures remain active places of worship and are among the most awe-inspiring architectural achievements in Africa.
Overnight: Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Visit Remaining Churches & Fly Back to Addis Ababa

In the morning, explore the second cluster of Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, including the famous Bete Giyorgis (St. George)—iconic for its cross-shaped design.
After your visit, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Depending on your schedule, enjoy last-minute shopping or sightseeing before your departure.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.