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.

Appreciate the collections at National Museum of Ethiopia and Lela Gallery. Head to Sabegn and Asni Galleryfor plenty of shopping. There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum, explore the striking landscape at Entoto Hill, take in the spiritual surroundings of Medhane Alem Cathedral, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Holy Trinity Cathedral.

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Nairobi, Kenya to Addis Ababa is an approximately 2.5-hour combination of taxi and flight. You can also drive. Traveling from Nairobi in December, expect Addis Ababa to be a bit cooler, temps between 25°C and 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to 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. Get some cultural insight at Clock Tower and Cathedral of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception. Head to Michael Adams Paintings Studio and Yve's Souvenir Cacheefor plenty of shopping. Take a break from Victoria with a short trip to Petite Anse in Baie Lazare, about 36 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Beau Vallon Beach, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, admire the natural beauty at Le Jardin Du Roi Spice Garden, and head off the coast to Eden Island Seychelles.

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You can fly from Addis Ababa to Victoria in 4 hours. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Addis Ababa to Victoria due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Addis Ababa, expect somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in Victoria, ranging from highs of 35°C to lows of 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.