Addis Drinks & Market Tour: Tej, Tella, Areki & Shopping
ID: GYG1442253-2201663
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the flavors of Addis Ababa on a guided market tour and tasting experience. Sample traditional Ethiopian beverages, explore local markets, and enjoy local craft beers.
Begin your journey at an authentic local Tej Bet (honey wine house). Learn how wild honey is fermented with Gesho (buckthorn) to create golden Tej, served in traditional round-bottom glass flasks called Berele. Next, visit a neighborhood establishment to sample Tella, the traditional dark barley beer brewed in Ethiopian homes for generations, followed by a small tasting of traditional grain-distilled Areki (Katikala).
With your local guide, walk through an active local market district (such as Shiro Meda or Mercato craft sections). Navigate the vibrant stalls with confidence as your guide helps you discover local spices (Berbere, Mitmita), raw honey, roasted coffee, handmade pottery, and hand-woven scarves. Enjoy stress-free shopping with local bargaining assistance provided by your guide.
Conclude your tour at a lively local lounge or craft pub to sample Ethiopia’s modern commercial and craft beer selections. Relax, enjoy local snack pairings (Kolo roasted grains), and chat with your guide about local life, culture, and nightlife recommendations in Addis Ababa.
Highlights
- Taste traditional Ethiopian beverages like Tej, Tella, and Areki
- Explore bustling local markets with a guide and shop for souvenirs
- Discover local spices, raw honey, roasted coffee, and handmade pottery
- Enjoy stress-free shopping with local bargaining assistance from your guide
- Conclude your tour at a local lounge or craft pub to sample local beers
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Participants must be 18 years or older to consume alcohol.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
Bring cash for market purchases.
INCLUDED
- Private hotel pick-up and drop-off in a comfortable vehicle
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide
- Tastings of traditional beverages (Tej, Tella, and Areki)
- One bottle/glass of local commercial or craft beer
- Traditional bar snacks (Kolo roasted barley)
- Guided market walking tour with shopping assistance
- Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal souvenir purchases at the market
- Additional alcoholic drinks or full meals outside of featured tastings
- Gratuities for guide and driver
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.
