Harar, Eastern Ethiopia: 3 Day Tour in Islam's Fourth Holiest City
Dire Dawa
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Harar, Eastern Ethiopia, on a 3-day tour. Visit the Fourth Holiest City in Islam, witness the famous hyena feeding ceremony, and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Historic City of Harar.
Duration:
3 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Harar Museum - Day 01: Flight to Dire Dawa- City Tour\n\nYou will have a check in at Bole International Airport In the early morning at 05:30. You will be arriving in Dire Dawa at 08:30am. The city is an industrial centre on the Dechatu River, and home to several markets. It lies at the foot of a ring of cliffs that has been described as \”somewhat like a cluster of tea-leaves in the bottom of a slop-basin\”.\n\nSIGHTSEEING\n\n Old Addis-Djibouti Railway Station\n Sunset and sunrise Scenes from Dechatu river basin\n\nOvernight stay at Samrat Hotel or similar, Dire Dawa\n\nDay 02: Full Day Visit of Harar\n\nMorning after breakfast, you will start the full day tour in Harar for visiting the center of Arthur Rimbaud, traditional Adare Houses, the Harari museum, Ras Refri House and old Walled city gates, surrounding of the old city. Early in the evening, you will visit man feeding wild hyenas.\n\nSIGHTSEEING\n\n Arthur Rimbaud Center\n Hyena Feeding Sites\n Traditional Adare Houses\n Ras Tafari’s House\n City Gates\n\nOvernight stay at Rawda Guest House or similar, Harar\n\nDay 03: Drive to Dire Dawa and Fly Back Addis Ababa\n\nAfter a relaxed breakfast and a visit to Harari traditional house, you will drive to Dire Dawa for checking in your return flight to Addis Ababa which departs at 04:00pm. Arrival at Bole International Airport will be at 05:00pm.
What's Included
- From and to Airport Transfers
- Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
- All Entrance Fees Included
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- Breakfast
What's Not Included
- Meals Gratitude Personal Nature domestic and International Flights
Additional Information
Harar has been deemed as the Fourth Holiest City in Islam, due to its 99 mosques, following Mecca, Medina, and Jerusalem. It stands as a beacon of tolerance and unity among different peoples and faiths. The city is renowned for its ‘Hyena Men’, who earn their keep by staging spectacular shows with domesticated hyenas, as well as its exceptional golden coffee. In 2006, UNESCO recognized the Cultural value of Harar (Jugol) and designated it as a World Heritage Site. It is also recognized for its hyena feeding ceremony which takes place outside the city’s ancient walls each evening at two separate locations.
Location
Dire Dawa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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