Omar H., France · Sep 2026
Small group, big memories
Twelve of us was the right size. We were looked after without feeling herded.
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Addis Ababa Food & Culture Weekend
Three days of eating, walking and listening in Addis Ababa, from market stalls to a full coffee ceremony.
From USD 520 per person
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The journey in brief
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Where
- Central · Addis Ababa
- Travel style
- Small group
- Best season
- All year
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Price
- USD 520 per person
A short, sociable trip built around food: markets, kitchens, restaurants and a home-style coffee ceremony.
It works as a long weekend or as a stopover at the start or end of a longer trip.
Highlights
- A guided food walk
- A cooking class
- A coffee ceremony
- The Mercato with a local guide
What is included
- Accommodation as described, on a twin-share basis
- Meals as listed in the itinerary
- A local English-speaking guide
- Transport in a private vehicle and any domestic flights listed
- Entrance fees to the sites in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
What is not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1 Welcome dinnerAddis Ababa
A warm welcome and a first injera dinner.
Activities
- Airport pick-up
- Welcome dinner
Day 2 Markets and a cooking classAddis Ababa
A guided walk through a food market, then a hands-on class making stews and injera.
Activities
- Market walk
- Cooking class
Day 3 Coffee and cultureAddis Ababa
A coffee ceremony, a museum visit and a last stroll through the city.
Activities
- Coffee ceremony
- National Museum
Itineraries can change with weather, road and flight conditions. We will tell you promptly if they do.
Gallery
A look at the trip
Photo: Unsplash
Good to know
Before you book
- Guide languages
- English, Amharic
- Minimum age
- 12 years and over
- Group size
- 2 to 12 travellers
- Meeting point
- Your hotel or Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa. We confirm the exact meeting time and place by email before you travel.
- Accessibility
- Many sites involve uneven ground and steps. Tell us about any mobility needs and we will advise.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sun protection
- A warm layer for cool evenings
- A small day pack
- A reusable water bottle
Dress code: Modest, comfortable clothing. Cover shoulders and knees when visiting churches.
Cancellation policy
This tour follows the Flexible policy. Days are whole calendar days before departure.
| When you cancel | What you get back |
|---|---|
| 14 or more days before departure | Full refund |
| 7 to 13 days before departure | 50% refund |
| Fewer than 7 days before departure | No refund |
Reviews
What travellers say
4.7
★★★★★Based on 3 reviews
Hana K., South Korea · Sep 2026
Wonderful trip, long days
We loved the sites. Some days were long, so bring a good book for the drives.
Thomas W., United Kingdom · Sep 2026
Clear from the first email
The itinerary and the price were exactly as described, and our questions were answered quickly.
Reviews are read and approved by our team before they appear.
Questions
About this tour
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Easily. Ethiopian cuisine has a rich tradition of vegan fasting food, so vegetarians eat very well.
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