(Sidama – Yirgacheffe – Jimma)
Follow the Journey of Ethiopia’s Legendary Bean from Origin to Cup
☕ Introduction
Ethiopia is not just the birthplace of coffee—it’s the soul of it. On this immersive 6-day Ethiopian Coffee Trail, you’ll travel through lush highlands, traditional villages, and historic towns to explore the heartlands of Ethiopian coffee: Sidama, Yirgacheffe, and Jimma. Whether you are a coffee lover, trader, barista, or cultural enthusiast, this tour connects you with the roots of Arabica coffee and the communities that grow it.
🌍 Tour Overview
- Tour Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Destinations: Addis Ababa – Hawassa – Yirgacheffe – Dilla – Jimma – Addis Ababa
- Best Season: October to March (Harvest & processing season)
- Tour Type: Coffee & Culture, Private or Group Tour
- Transportation: Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus
- Accommodation: Mid-range lodges and hotels
📅 Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa – City Tour
- Pick-up at Bole International Airport
- Visit the National Museum, the Ethnological Museum, and the traditional coffee ceremony
- Drive to Entoto Hill for a panoramic view
- Overnight in Addis Ababa
Day 2: Addis – Hawassa (Via Rift Valley Lakes)
- Morning drive south via Ziway and Shashamane
- Visit Rift Valley lakes and the fish market
- Afternoon arrival in Hawassa, Sidama region
- Sunset by Lake Hawassa
- Overnight in Hawassa
Day 3: Hawassa – Yirgacheffe – Dilla
- Drive to Yirgacheffe, one of Ethiopia’s most famous coffee-producing zones
- Visit smallholder farms and washing stations
- Participate in harvesting (seasonal) and processing
- Coffee tasting session with local cooperatives
- Continue to Dilla for an overnight stay
Day 4: Dilla – Jimma (via Bonga Forest)
- Scenic drive to Jimma, passing dense coffee forests
- Stop at Bonga, believed to be the origin of wild Arabica coffee
- Visit wild coffee forests and traditional farmers
- Overnight in Jimma
Day 5: Jimma Coffee & Culture Tour
- Visit Jimma University’s coffee research center
- Explore Aba Jifar Palace (the last king of Jimma)
- Tour local coffee cooperatives and sun-drying stations
- Cultural dinner with traditional music
- Overnight in Jimma
Day 6: Jimma – Addis Ababa – Departure
- Morning return to Addis by flight or long drive (optional)
- Souvenir shopping or optional coffee tasting at Tomoca or Kaldi’s
- Drop-off at Bole International Airport for departure
✅ Tour Includes
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All ground transport is in a private vehicle
- 5 nights’ accommodation (double/twin sharing)
- All entrance fees and guided tours
- Coffee farm and washing station visits
- Local coffee tastings and ceremonies
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Daily breakfast, 2 traditional dinners
❌ Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Lunches and additional dinners
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Domestic flight (optional from Jimma to Addis)
💵 Price
- Starting from USD 980 per person (based on 2 people sharing)
- Discounts available for groups of 4 or more
- Single supplement: $120
📌 Optional Add-Ons
- Domestic flight from Jimma to Addis ($80–$120)
- Coffee roasting workshop in Addis
- Custom extension to Bale Mountains or Omo Valley
Ready to taste the origin of coffee and meet the people behind the bean?
Book your Ethiopian Coffee Trail Tour today and experience more than just a beverage—experience a story, a culture, and a tradition.
