Addis Ababa: Coptic Christian and Islamic Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG1170910-1794224
Categoría:
País: Etiopía
Duración:
07:30 horas
Descripción
Discover the religious harmony of Addis Ababa on a full-day tour. Visit Ethiopian Orthodox and Islamic landmarks, enjoy a traditional lunch, and experience a coffee ceremony.
Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Addis Ababa. Head to the Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of Ethiopia’s most important Orthodox churches. Learn about Ethiopian Orthodox (Coptic) Christianity, Emperor Haile Selassie, and Ethiopian saints as you explore the interior, chapels, and historical monuments.
Next, visit St. George’s Cathedral, a famous octagonal church with a historical role in Ethiopian independence. If open, take a brief visit to the museum.
Stop for a traditional Ethiopian lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy injera with a variety of vegetarian and meat dishes, and learn about fasting traditions in Orthodox Christianity.
After lunch, visit the Anwar Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in Addis Ababa. Learn about the arrival of Islam in Ethiopia, Ethiopian Muslim traditions, and religious coexistence. Visit the courtyard and prayer areas, subject to prayer times.
Continue to the Merkato area and the historic Islamic Quarter. Walk through selected sections near Merkato and learn about Islamic trading history and Muslim community life in Addis Ababa. Enjoy a short tea stop at a local café.
End your day with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony hosted by a local family or cultural space. Learn about the spiritual and social meaning of coffee in both religions. Finally, return to your hotel or a central location in Addis Ababa.
Lo más destacado
- Immerse yourself in the spiritual heritage of Addis Ababa on a guided tour
- Visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral and learn about Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity
- Explore the Anwar Grand Mosque and discover Ethiopian Muslim traditions
- Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian lunch and learn about fasting traditions
- Experience a traditional coffee ceremony and learn about its significance
Lenguajes de guiado
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
Modest dress required for visiting churches and mosques
Head coverings required for women at the mosque
Respectful attire required for all religious sites
INCLUIDO
- Professional licensed local guide
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (central Addis Ababa)
- Traditional Ethiopian lunch
- Coffee ceremony
- Bottled water
NO INCLUYE
- Entrance fees to churches/museums (unless option selected)
- Tips & personal expenses
¿Cuándo debo reservar?
Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.
Cancelaciones
Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.
