Embark this Ethiopia tour to experience the colourful atmosphere of the country's multi-ethnic culture, which is Harar’s unmistakable characteristic.
Traditionally, the walled quarters of old Harar were the domain of the Harari or Adere people, who are Ethiopia’s most urbanised ethnic groups. The old town is contained behind an ancient stone wall which is home to 110 mosques and many more shrines that make up one of the centres of Islam.
Dip into local culture and history by visiting the infamous spectacle of the Hyena Men and find some interesting fabrics at the vibrant Dire Dawa Market - sometimes referred to as 'Taiwan’, where you will find mostly clothing and fabric and some stalls selling electronic goods.
This trip is a short but sweet cultural insight into one of Ethiopia's most important cities. Embark this Ethiopia tour to experience the colourful atmosphere of the country's multi-ethnic culture, which is Harar’s unmistakable characteristic.
Traditionally, the walled quarters of old Harar were the domain of the Harari or Adere people, who are Ethiopia’s most urbanised ethnic groups. The old town is contained behind an ancient stone wall which is home to 110 mosques and many more shrines that make up one of the centres of Islam.
Dip into local culture and history by visiting the infamous spectacle of the Hyena Men and find some interesting fabrics at the vibrant Dire Dawa Market - sometimes referred to as 'Taiwan’, where you will find mostly clothing and fabric and some stalls selling electronic goods.
This trip is a short but sweet cultural insight into one of Ethiopia's most important cities.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Addis Ababa
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Arrive in Addis Ababa where you will be greeted at the airport by your guide who will transfer you to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to explore the local area around the hotel or enjoy some leisure time after your flight.
Accommodation
Jupiter International Hotel★4 star
Activities
Addis AbabaOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver
Destinations
Addis Ababa
Day 2
Fly to Dire Dawa and Drive to Harar
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In Harar, embark on a city tour and explore the old walled town including the Harari Museum, Abdullahi Ali private museum, Rimbaud House, the 16th-century grand mosque with its elegant twin towers and slender minaret. As evening falls, we travel to the outskirts of the town to watch the famous spectacle of the Hyena Men who feed hyenas raw meat from their mouths.
Accommodation
Ras Hotel★2 star
Activities
Harar City Tour
The Hyena Men
Transportations
Private Driver from Jupiter International Hotel, Cazanchise to Addis Ababa Airport
Plane from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire DawaRequest to Book
Private Driver from Dire Dawa to Ras Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Addis Ababa
Harar
Day 3
Excursion to Babile and the Valley of Marvels
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This morning, some 30km East of Harar on the Jijiga road, we have an excursion to Babille and the Valley of Marvels. On a Monday or Thursday, we will be able to attend the most interesting camel market, which is a bustling livestock market where buyers can purchase or trade cows, donkeys and goats and camels.
Accommodation
Ras Hotel★2 star
Activities
Babille Tour
Transportations
Private Driver from Harar to Babile
Destinations
Harar
Oromia
Day 4
Drive back to Dir Dawa and Flight to Addis for Departure
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Drive to Dire Dawa and visit the largest market of Kafira Dire, often attended by rural Oromo and Afar in traditional garb where you can walk among the stalls as locals go about their daily lives. Continue to the Awadhi Market, and the Ethio-Djibouti railway station to finish your tour. Finally, fly back to Addis Ababa for your final departure as your Ethiopia tour comes to an end.
Activities
Dire Dawa Markets
Transportations
Private Driver from Harar to Dire Dawa
Plane from Dire Dawa to Addis AbabaRequest to Book
Destinations
Harar
East Hararghe
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What’s included?
3 nights accommodation
4 activities
1 breakfast
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,206/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Ethiopia in 4 days
4-star, 2-star accommodation
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