$605 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Addis Ababa – Dire Dawa – Harar
Addis Ababa – Dire Dawa – Harar
Fly in the morning from Addis Ababa to Dire Dawa with Ethiopian Airlines. Upon arrival, explore the vibrant Kefira Market and visit the historic French-built train station, a reminder of the city’s colonial past. Continue by vehicle toward Harar, passing Lake Haromaya and the bustling Aweday khat market, the largest in Eastern Africa. Arriving in Harar, stroll through the winding alleys of the 16th-century walled city, considered the fourth holiest city in Islam. Discover centuries-old mosques, traditional Harari homes, and the former residence of Arthur Rimbaud, the French poet who once lived here as a trader and “gun-runner,” adding intrigue to this fascinating city.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- Harar Ras Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Visit Harar City – Colorful Markets, Museums & Historic Landmarks
Visit Harar City – Colorful Markets, Museums & Historic Landmarks
After breakfast, immerse yourself in Harar’s unique heritage. Visit the lively Islamic market, brimming with colorful spices, textiles, and traditional goods. Explore the Harari and National Museums to learn about the city’s history and culture, then step into the house of Ras Mekonnen, father of Emperor Haile Selassie. In the evening, experience the legendary “Hyena Man,” watching locals feed hyenas just outside the city walls—an extraordinary encounter that symbolizes Harar’s unusual bond with wildlife. Overnight in Harar.
- Main Destination:
- Harar (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Harar Ras Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Harar – Dire Dawa – Addis Ababa
Harar – Dire Dawa – Addis Ababa
Begin the morning with a final stroll through Harar’s colorful Islamic market, where merchants trade spices, khat, textiles, and traditional handicrafts. Then drive up to the Hakime Gar Mountains for a panoramic view of the walled city and its surrounding landscape—a perfect farewell scene. Afterwards, journey back by vehicle to Dire Dawa for your return flight to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, you may either spend the night in Addis to relax after the journey or connect directly to Bole International Airport for your onward international departure, marking the end of your Harar cultural adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
