Visit colorful multi-cultural market of the Harari (Adere), Oromo, and Amhara people. See the five gates and stone walls of Harar, shrines and mosques of Harar. Stop at the traditional house of the people of Harari (Adere). Visit the House of the famous late 19th French poet – Arthur Rimbaud In the evening visit the LIVE Hyena Man Show as he feeds wild hyenas by hand.
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Sightseeing Tour of Harar Town
This sightseeing tour of Harar town is by flight from Addis Ababa. Harar tour starts and ends at Dire Dawa Airport.
Meet your local tour guide and driver at Dire Dawa Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma Airport.
With private vehicle drive through Dire Dawa for 1 hour to Harar
Visit the walls, gates and alleyways of the Fortified Historic Town - Harar Jugal (Jegol).
Experience the unique culture of Harari people. Visit the distinctive architecture of a traditional Adere House. Shop at the interesting Shoa Gate Market. Explore museums like Arthur Rimbaud House, and Harar National Museum.
Stop at Harar’s great Jami or Jamia Mosque. See the number of shrines and tombs of Harar. Learn why Harar is considered to be the Fourth Holy City of Islam – after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem.
Get a deeper insight of Harar’s culture and history from an experienced knowledgeable local tour guide.
Drive back to Dire Dawa and fly Ethiopian Airlines flight back to Addis Ababa.
