7 days in Addis Ababa & Mahe Island Itinerary

A sprawling metropolis and home to millions of Ethiopians, Addis Ababa houses many international organizations, embassies, and commissions, making it a diplomatic, political, and economic hub of the country.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral. Head to Sabegn and Asni Galleryfor some retail therapy. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum, browse the exhibits of Lela Gallery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Medhane Alem Cathedral, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Entoto.

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Nairobi, Kenya to Addis Ababa is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Nairobi in December; daily highs in Addis Ababa reach °C and lows reach °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can travel to Victoria.

Victoria is the capital city of Seychelles and is situated on the north-eastern side of Mahé island, the archipelago's main island. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Clock Tower and Cathedral of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception. For shopping fun, head to Michael Adams Paintings Studio or Yve's Souvenir Cachee. Go for a jaunt from Victoria to Baie Lazare to see Petite Anse about 44 minutes away. There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Beau Vallon Beach, make a trip to Tempio hindu, head off the coast to Eden Island Seychelles, and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Fly from Addis Ababa to Victoria in 6.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Addis Ababa to Victoria is 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Addis Ababa in December: highs in Victoria hover around °C, while lows dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.