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4-Day Cultural Harar and Dire Dawa Trip

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Overview

Embark this Ethiopia tour to experience the colourful atmosphere of the country's multi-ethnic culture, which is Harar’s unmistakable characteristic.

Traditionally, the walled quarters of old Harar were the domain of the Harari or Adere people, who are Ethiopia’s most urbanised ethnic groups. The old town is contained behind an ancient stone wall which is home to 110 mosques and many more shrines that make up one of the centres of Islam.

Dip into local culture and history by visiting the infamous spectacle of the Hyena Men and find some interesting fabrics at the vibrant Dire Dawa Market - sometimes referred to as 'Taiwan’, where you will find mostly clothing and fabric and some stalls selling electronic goods.

This trip is a short but sweet cultural insight into one of Ethiopia's most important cities.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Addis Ababa

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Arrive in Addis Ababa

Arrive in Addis Ababa where you will be greeted at the airport by your guide who will transfer you to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to explore the local area around the hotel or enjoy some leisure time after your flight.

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    Accommodation

    Jupiter International Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Addis AbabaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver

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    Destinations

    Addis Ababa

Day 2

Fly to Dire Dawa and Drive to Harar

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Fly to Dire Dawa and Drive to Harar

In Harar, embark on a city tour and explore the old walled town including the Harari Museum, Abdullahi Ali private museum, Rimbaud House, the 16th-century grand mosque with its elegant twin towers and slender minaret. As evening falls, we travel to the outskirts of the town to watch the famous spectacle of the Hyena Men who feed hyenas raw meat from their mouths.

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    Accommodation

    Ras Hotel2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Harar City Tour

    The Hyena Men

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Jupiter International Hotel, Cazanchise to Addis Ababa Airport

    Plane from Addis Ababa Airport to Dire DawaRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Dire Dawa to Ras Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Addis Ababa

    Harar

Day 3

Excursion to Babile and the Valley of Marvels

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Excursion to Babile and the Valley of Marvels

This morning, some 30km East of Harar on the Jijiga road, we have an excursion to Babille and the Valley of Marvels. On a Monday or Thursday, we will be able to attend the most interesting camel market, which is a bustling livestock market where buyers can purchase or trade cows, donkeys and goats and camels.

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    Accommodation

    Ras Hotel2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Babille Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Harar to Babile

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    Destinations

    Harar

    Oromia

Day 4

Drive back to Dir Dawa and Flight to Addis for Departure

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Drive back to Dir Dawa and Flight to Addis for Departure

Drive to Dire Dawa and visit the largest market of Kafira Dire, often attended by rural Oromo and Afar in traditional garb where you can walk among the stalls as locals go about their daily lives. Continue to the Awadhi Market, and the Ethio-Djibouti railway station to finish your tour. Finally, fly back to Addis Ababa for your final departure as your Ethiopia tour comes to an end.

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    Activities

    Dire Dawa Markets

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Harar to Dire Dawa

    Plane from Dire Dawa to Addis AbabaRequest to Book

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    Destinations

    Harar

    East Hararghe

Included in Price

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • 4 activities
  • 1 breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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