Meskel Festival Tour

Finding of the True Cross

3 days2–12 travelersAddis AbabaSeptember–September

About this tour

Join the Meskel celebrations in Addis Ababa — a UNESCO-listed festival marking the finding of the True Cross.

Day by Day

A detailed breakdown of what to expect on each day of the journey.

1
Arrival & Demera Evening
Day 1
Pickup at Addis airport. Evening at Meskel Square for the Demera bonfire — the highlight of the festival.
DinnerAddis Hotel
2
Meskel Day
Day 2
Full day celebrating Meskel — processions, religious ceremonies, and the traditional marking of the True Cross.
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAddis Hotel
3
City Tour & Departure
Day 3
Morning at the National Museum and Holy Trinity Cathedral. Transfer to airport.
Breakfast