Departs 05 Nov
5 days Cultural
Addis Ababa
Coffee Origins & Addis Ababa
Five easy days that follow coffee from the forest to the cup, with a proper look at Addis Ababa along the way.
Harar & the Eastern Highlands
Walk the alleys of the walled city of Harar, see its markets and meet the hyenas at dusk.
From USD 1,240 per person
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The journey in brief
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Where
- Eastern · Harar
- Travel style
- Small group
- Best season
- October to March
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Price
- USD 1,240 per person
Harar is a walled city with a strong Islamic heritage and a distinct culture. This trip spends time in its old town, markets and surrounding hills.
It is a slower, more conversational trip than most: the pleasure is in wandering.
Highlights
- Walk the old city and its gates
- Visit the markets
- Watch the hyena feeding at dusk
- Try Harari coffee
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 Fly to Dire Dawa and drive to HararHarar
A morning flight east to Dire Dawa, then a drive up to Harar and an evening walk through the old town.
Activities
- Domestic flight
- Old town walk
Day 2 The old city of HararHarar
A full day exploring the alleys, gates, mosques and markets with a local guide, and a coffee stop.
Activities
- Old town tour
- Market visit
Day 3 Highlands and villagesHarar
A drive into the surrounding hills to see farmland, coffee and khat terraces, and a village visit.
Activities
- Village visit
- Highland drive
Day 4 Craft and cultureHarar
A visit to weavers and basket-makers, and time to shop, before the hyena feeding at dusk.
Activities
- Craft workshops
- Hyena feeding
Day 5 Return to Addis Ababa and departureAddis Ababa
A drive to Dire Dawa for the flight back to Addis Ababa and onward transfer.
Activities
- Drive to Dire Dawa
- Domestic flight
Itineraries can change with weather, road and flight conditions. We will tell you promptly if they do.
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 Standard policy. Days are whole calendar days before departure.
| When you cancel | What you get back |
|---|---|
| 60 or more days before departure | Full refund |
| 30 to 59 days before departure | 75% refund |
| 15 to 29 days before departure | 50% refund |
| 8 to 14 days before departure | 25% refund |
| Fewer than 8 days before departure | No refund |
Questions
About this tour
Is Harar conservative?
It is a conservative city. Modest dress is appreciated, and we suggest asking before photographing people.
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