Addis Ababa: Culture, Crafts, Food, and Mount Entoto Tour
ID: GYG1175450-1802154
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover Addis Ababa on a full-day tour. Visit artisan workshops, taste Ethiopian dishes, enjoy views from Mount Entoto, and end with a cultural dinner show featuring traditional dances.
Begin with a visit to Sabahar and Salem’s Ethiopia, two iconic artisan studios preserving Ethiopia’s textile and craft heritage. Meet weavers, see cotton spinning and dyeing techniques, and browse beautiful handmade pieces.
Continue with an Addis Ababa food tour, tasting Ethiopia’s most loved dishes — from injera and wot to tibs, vegetarian platters, fresh juices, and street snacks. Visit a local spice shop to learn about berbere, mitmita, korarima, and Ethiopian cooking traditions.
In the afternoon, travel to Mount Entoto, where eucalyptus forests and highland scenery overlook the city. Stroll at Entoto Park, visit historic sites, and enjoy breathtaking viewpoints. Experience an authentic Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with incense, freshly roasted beans, and traditional hospitality.
End your day with a cultural night experience at a local restaurant featuring live traditional music and dances from all Ethiopian ethnic groups. Enjoy a full buffet or set menu dinner with tastings of Tej (honey wine), Areki, and other classic drinks. A perfect way to celebrate Ethiopia’s diverse heritage.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Ethiopian culture with a full-day tour of Addis Ababa
- Visit Sabahar and Salem’s Ethiopia for authentic handmade crafts
- Taste the best of Ethiopian cuisine on a guided food tour
- Explore Mount Entoto and enjoy stunning views of the city
- Experience a live cultural dance and music show with a buffet dinner
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Vegetarian, vegan & meat options available
Return drop-off is included
Cultural storytelling, drumming & singing included
INCLUDED
- Professional local guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Sabahar & Salem Ethiopia studio visits
- Food tour (lunch + tastings)
- Fresh juice bar stop
- Coffee Ceremony
- Mount Entoto visit
- Entrance fees
- Cultural restaurant evening show
- Dinner + traditional drinks (Tej, Areki)
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Tips to the driver and local guide
- Extra drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
