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Ethiopia is famed for its flavorful, unique cuisine, but making local favorites at home isn't always easy. This hands-on cooking class gets you comfortable with Ethiopian cooking and teaches you the cultural significance behind each dish you prepare, all with a local instructor to guide you. After class, sit down to feast on your creations.

Ethiopia has an incredibly rich and vast culinary culture, but knowing what to order and even decoding menus can be difficult for first-time visitors. This food-tasting tour showcases a wide range of Ethiopian treats and includes the services of a guide who can answer your questions while you sample. As an added bonus, try your hand at preparing injera.

Experience many of Addis Ababa’s highlights on one comprehensive full-day tour. After a convenient hotel or airport pickup, explore the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossils of Lucy is kept, and Merkato, the giant open-air market. Catch amazing views of Ethiopia’s capital city from Enoto, enjoy a delicious lunch, and stop by St. George Cathedral, the 15th century church and Rastafarian pilgrimage site.

Explore Ethiopia’s nature and culture on this guided excursion. After a airport pickup, visit one of the country’s oldest monasteries, Debre Libanos, and see its tombs, museum, and the nearby cave where its founding saint prayed. Head to the Blue Nile Gorge and admire amazing views while watching for Ethiopia’s endemic Gelada monkey. Enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony and a delicious dinner to finish your day of exploring.

At Liyu Ethiopia Tours, we believe nightlife is one of the best ways to experience the spirit of a city. Our Addis Ababa Night Tour is more than an evening out—it’s a cultural journey into Ethiopia’s locally crafted drinks, music, and vibrant social life. Local Beer & Wine Tasting – Sample Ethiopia’s emerging craft beers, traditional honey wine (tej), and modern Ethiopian wines, each with a story rooted in culture and heritage. Nightlife & Entertainment – Explore lively bars, cultural venues, and music spots where locals gather, giving you an authentic feel of Addis Ababa after dark. Cultural Connection – Alongside tasting, you’ll learn about Ethiopia’s centuries-old brewing and winemaking traditions, and share the evening with welcoming locals. Small Group Experience – We keep groups intimate to ensure comfort, safety, and personalized attention throughout the night. This tour is not just about drinks—it’s about celebrating Ethiopia’s flavors, music, and nightlife energy.

This experience goes beyond a typical coffee tour by offering direct access to one of Ethiopia’s respected coffee producers, where you will see the real process from bean to export. The tour combines a hands-on factory visit, a professional coffee cupping session, and a guided walk through a local market, giving you a complete understanding of Ethiopia’s coffee culture.

Spend an evening immersed in Ethiopian culture with this culturally immersive dinner experience, which includes round-trip transfers from your hotel. Over the course of the evening, you'll see different traditional dances, sample Ethiopian's famous honey wine (tej), experience a traditional coffee ceremony, and get to feast on a sumptuous dinner of Ethiopian fare.

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A fun and informative getaway from the city, this tour to the Entoto Mountains from Addis Ababa is a great way to learn more about Ethiopian culture outside city limits. Visit the famous Debre Libanos Monastery, admire mountain scenery, see the famous Portuguese bridge, and catch sight of wildlife. Plus, learn about the sights from your guide as you travel.

Turn your Addis Ababa layover into an unforgettable adventure! On this private guided layover tour, discover the very best of Ethiopia’s capital city in just a few hours. Start at the National Museum of Ethiopia, where you’ll meet “Lucy,” the 3.2-million-year-old fossil that changed the story of human evolution. Continue your journey to Entoto Mountain, the city’s highest peak, for sweeping panoramic views of Addis Ababa and the surrounding highlands. Next, dive into local life at Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa, where thousands of vendors sell spices, textiles, handicrafts, and more—it’s a feast for the senses! Take a cultural pause with an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a centuries-old tradition that connects people through the world’s most famous coffee culture. Finally, step inside the historic St. George Cathedral, one of Addis Ababa’s oldest churches, known for its octagonal design l. Whether you have just a few hours, This Tour is must do.

This private Addis Ababa tour lets you see the sights you’re most interested in with the benefit of an insightful guide—but without having to go along with a group. Sightsee at your own speed as you make your way via private transportation to top Addis Ababa attractions such as the Ethnological Museum, Holy Trinity Chapel, and Mt. Entoto.

Indulge in the flavors of Ethiopian cuisine Market experience & the vibrant music scene in Addis Ababa. Start your Tours with a visit to largest open local market in East Africa, where you can learn about the different and all type sections open market and after market experience through Ethiopia’s capital city on this all-day outing.s Afterwards head with your driver/guide to Addis Ababa’s best spot for authentic local products like coffee beans/ powder jewelry, and the Stadium. for leather products Visit notable spots like Piazza, Zebra Souvenir &Gallery shops, and head to delicious Food Tours , and Visit the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossil of Lucy is kept, then back to the starting points here you will have enough time to refresh and get ready 7:30pm for your evening traditional Ethiopian dinner accompanied by live music at Yod Abissinya cultural restaurant. Immerse yourself in the rhythms of traditional Ethiopian music dance. & finish back to starting point

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Menus full of unfamiliar ingredients can make it intimidating to try all of Ethiopia’s famous foods on your own. This guided tour is a great introduction to Ethiopia's thriving culinary scene and introduces you to vegetarian, beef, and fish dishes that you might otherwise skip over, plus fresh fruit juices, coffees, and beer. Plus, touring the Atlas neighborhood with a guide means you get a local perspective on the area’s foodie culture as you explore.

The online payment is deposit only. Due to the payment schedule for TripAdvisor/Viator the remaining balance of money payment should be in cash on the start of the tour. Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed project dine for nation offer spectacular tourist destinations in Ethiopia. I will pick-up at any desired location provided. Contact Nia on immediately after booking your tour so we can begin to coordinate pickup and drop off location details.

Taste your way through Addis Ababa on this half-day gastronomy tour, exploring the vibrant flavors of Ethiopian cuisine. Savor traditional dishes like injera, tibs, and shiro, paired with local beers and a unique coffee ceremony. Visit a popular local restaurant and a meat house to indulge in roasted beef or lamb, experiencing firsthand the rich culinary heritage of Ethiopia. With expert guidance from Tewodros, a local food enthusiast, you'll gain insight into the culture and traditions surrounding Ethiopian dining. - Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes of culinary exploration - Private transportation included for a personalized experience - Enjoy a variety of vegan and meat dishes at three different eateries - Perfect for food lovers and travelers wanting to experience authentic local flavors

This tour combines all sorts of activities one could ask for in a day. We will allow guests to improvise it based on interests and time so they could explore more. We will guarantee the discovery of all the hidden gems of Addis Ababa. Traditional Coffee ceremony and coffee in a vintage coffee shop, visit some of the old and authentic restaurants to try local dishes. Like we do with our other tours, we prioritize tourists comfort and joy which allows everyone to cheer all what we offer. We will make sure you make the best out of your time in Addis Ababa.

Our strolling food tours take you to several eateries and highlight their best dishes. Our guides explain the history of the food and the rituals involved in creating each dish. Restaurants range from dive bars to high-end restaurants. Food excursions are concentrated in a single neighborhood, and we walk between stops. We spend approximately 45 to 60 minutes on foot. The trip lasts approximately four hours, and we'll keep the food and beverages flowing to ensure you depart pleased and filled..

Bring an appetite for Ethiopian flavors, from aromatic coffee to ‘injera’ flat bread, on an Addis Ababa food tour with a private guide. To get beyond typical tourist menus, you’ll explore the vast Merkato, visit a family home to make bread, taste foods from around the country, join a coffee ceremony, and try honey wine at a local bar while exploring Addis Ababa in the comfort of a private minivan.

Explore the vibrant heart of Addis Ababa in this comprehensive city tour. Start with breathtaking views from Mount Entoto Park, delve into Ethiopia's rich history at the National Museum, and visit the iconic St. George Cathedral. Savor traditional Ethiopian cuisine during lunch and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Merkato, Africa's largest open-air market. The tour also includes a visit to the Ethnological Museum and a unique Ethiopian coffee ceremony, showcasing the country’s cultural heritage. Optional cultural dance evening available for those who wish to extend their experience.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class with host Hilena, a native of Addis Ababa. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Hilena will teach you how to make 2 traditional Ethiopian dishes using her family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your hosts' home. If you choose the market tour option, you will visit a local, neighborhood, street side market. You will find stalls selling grains, vegetables, fruits, live chicken, sheep, clothing etc. Walk through the market, learn about the produce that grows locally and buy a few ingredients, before you walk back to Hilena's home for your cooking and meal experience.

Experience one of Ethiopia's hidden gems with a guided Wenchi Crater Lake adventure, featuring breath taking landscapes, local culture, and a perfectly paced one day itinerary

Join us for a walking Food Tour through one of Addis Ababa's neighborhoods where we will sample all kinds of Ethiopia's famous food! We will visit three restaurants, a juice house and coffee house sample vegetarian dishes, beef dishes and fresh fish. The tour starts at 7 am and ends around 8 pm.