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Ankober Tour

Ankober Tour

Overview

Addis Ababa “New Flower” in Amharic is a vibrant cosmopolitan capital city and this Tour will give you a real taste and flavor of Ethiopia. Highlights include a visit to the National Museum, home of the world famous hominid Lucy (learn about her discovery in the Afar region of Ethiopia in 1974). Take an aromatic Spice Tour of bustling Merkato (reputedly Africa’s’ largest open air market)that will engage all of your senses! Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony from roasting to brewing and savoring the taste of the drink that originated in Ethiopia.

National Museum:

You have an insight into the past and present history, culture, economy and art of the nation. Among other things you will visit the oldest hominid known as Lucy “Dinknesh” dated back to 3.2 million years


Holy Trinity Cathedral:

It is one of the biggest most beautiful Ethiopian Orthodox cathedrals adored with stained glasses and where the tomb of the late Emperor Haile Selassie I is sited.


Entoto Mountain:

The capital of Ethiopia before Addis Ababa. Here you will have panoramic views of the city with fresh air from the eucalyptus forest.


Ethnographic Museum:

It is the ethnographically museum, with great displays of the many cultures of Ethiopia, housed in the former palace of Emperor HaileSelassie I. The museum housed impressive cultural, musical and house hold collections of all ethnic groups

Cultural Shopping Experience:

Experience authentic Ethiopian crafts, high quality handmade household products inspired by traditional Ethiopian patterns. Each luxurious piece is beautifully handmade and enriches the contemporary lifestyle.

Cultural Coffee Ceremony:

Ethiopia's coffee ceremony is an integral part of our social and cultural life. An invitation to attend a coffee ceremony is considered a mark of friendship or respect and is an excellent example of Ethiopian hospitality.

While driving through the city you have the chance to see Ethio-Djibouti rail way station, historical monuments and statues,embassies, the office of regional and international organizations.

Transfer to the airport if you have international flight

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Activities
Activities

In the morning drive to Ankober, the former seat of the Shewa kings and is located 150km.northeast of Addis Ababa. Ankober had served as a tent capital for six Shewan kings. The palace ruin attributed to king Menelik, several churches rich in paintings and manuscripts, along with the splendid geographical feature are awesome assets of Ankober. From the summit of Ankober Palace Lodge you can clearly see the separation point of the highland part of Ethiopia from the rift valley gorge. Enjoy the view of the surrounding superb landscape. There is a chance to see the Gelada baboon troops, the endemic primates to Ethiopia.In the afternoon drive back to Addis.On the way short stop to visit at Debrebrihan(mountain of light) town renown for wool production.Transfer to the airport if you have international flight
What’s Included
  • Ground transportation service including all transfers
  • Entrance fees according to the tour program
  • English speaking local guide
  • Horse ride
  • One litre of mineral water per day per person
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what's included section
Contact Detail On Arrival

EthiopianHolidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist.

Email:ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com

Contact Number:+ 251 116179900 # 5 For international calls                                   

6787 # 5 ForLocal Calls within Ethiopia

Cancellation Policy

Date ofcancellation                                                                   Penalty

More than 30 days before arrival                                         No fees

Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival             25% of the total value

Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival             50% of the total value

Less than days before the date of arrival                            100% of the total value

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Highlights
Tour Name Ankober Tour
Sales Validity Start 15 June 2021
Sales Validity End 31 December 2021
Duration 1 day(s)
Price
Price Group Price Per Person
1 USD 201
2 USD 105
3 to 4
USD 73
5 to 6
USD 49
7 to 8
USD 37
9 to 10
USD 42
11 to 14
USD 37