2-Day Addis Ababa & Debre Libanos

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be met by an Enat Ethiopia Tours representative and transferred to your reserved hotel. Depending on your arrival time, we offer several sightseeing options to explore the capital’s rich history and culture. Visit Mount Entoto for panoramic views of Addis Ababa and a breath of fresh highland air. Continue to the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, where artifacts from across the country reflect Ethiopia’s diverse heritage. Explore the National Museum, home to the famous 3.5-million-year-old fossil of Lucy, and Trinity Cathedral — the ornate burial site of imperial family members and national heroes. End the day at the Mercato, Africa’s largest open-air market. Accommodation: Hotel, Addis Ababa View from Mount Entoto overlooking Addis Ababa.

Day Trip Excursion to Debre Libanos After breakfast, depart Addis Ababa heading north to Debre Libanos (approx. 2.5 hours drive, 132 km each way). The monastery is one of Ethiopia’s most important religious sites, featuring a museum with ancient treasures of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Take a scenic walk to the “Portuguese Bridge,” offering stunning views over the canyon. Historians debate its origin — some attribute it to the 16th-century Portuguese presence, others to Emperor Menelik’s uncle in the 19th century. After crossing the bridge, enjoy views of a 60-meter-high waterfall and spot endemic Gelada monkeys and birds of prey. Return to Addis Ababa in the late afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with cultural music, dance, and authentic Ethiopian cuisine. Accommodation: Hotel, Addis Ababa