Ethiopia 

 Enkutatash New Year Experience

Travel Dates

Arrive: September 10th, 2026
Depart: September 16th, 2026
Trip Duration: 7 Days

ADDIS ABABA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
AIRPORT CODE: ADD
Celebrate Renewal, Culture, and Sisterhood in Ethiopia. This Enkutatash (New Year) Step into a season of new beginnings, connection, and joyful celebration with Tin Trips Luxury.

Join us in Ethiopia—a land of ancient kingdoms, deep spiritual roots, and rich traditions—for a powerful group travel experience in honor of Enkutatash, the Ethiopian New Year. This journey is designed exclusively for solo Black women travelers seeking culture, adventure, and community—wrapped in meaning and celebration.
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It’s more than a trip—it’s a cultural immersion, a fresh start, and a beautiful way to honor identity, sisterhood, and the spirit of travel.
 This trip is for you if you’re ready to:
  • Learn new practices of gratitude in the East African traditons
  • Explore historic sites, bustling cities, and sacred traditions across Ethiopia
  • Reconnect with your African roots through Enkutatash celebrations, food, music, and ceremonies
  • Celebrate your journey with other inspiring group of Black women travelers​

Our Cultural Trips

Trip Highlights

  • Celebrate Enkutatash in Ethiopia with Tin Trips Luxury to mark Ethiopia’s New Year in style
  • A joy-filled cultural escape through Addis Ababa and historic northern Ethiopia
  • Curated for connection, celebration, and unforgettable exploration
  • Experience Enkutatash festivities—including traditional food, music, dancing, and local customs
  • Visit iconic sites like the churches of Lalibela, Blue Nile Falls, or bustling Merkato market
  • Enjoy guided tours, cultural insights, and enriching group experiences
  • Savor authentic Ethiopian cuisine, with meals and local hospitality included in your package

Package Inclusions

  • ​All ground transportation
    • including Airport Meet & Greet 
  • 2 Hotel Stays
    • In Addis Ababa and Lalibela
  • ​Meals Included
    • Welcome and farewell dinners
    • Daily breakfasts
    • Lunches during tours
  • Guided tours and activities
    • Addis Ababa city tour including Merkato Market, Shiromeda Weaving Market, National Museum of Ethiopia (including “Lucy”), and Selassie Cathedral
    • Exploration of Lalibela’s UNESCO World Heritage rock-hewn churches, including Bete Giorgis
    • Traditional Ethiopian cooking class with hands-on preparation of injera and local dishes, concluding with a traditional coffee ceremony
    • Cultural immersion and celebration of Ethiopia’s New Year, Enkutatash
    • Leisure time for self-exploration or optional spa
    • ​Closing celebration dinner & reflection circle
  • Tin Trips Host with you throughout the trip!
  • ​Tin Trips Goodie Bag
  • Tin Trips Travel Check List
  • Dedicated Tin Trips Travel Preparation Assistance:
    • One-to-one Zoom call (8 weeks prior to travels)
    • Group Zoom call (1 week prior to travels)
    • Dedicated assistance via private Whatsapp group chat

Our 7 Day Itinerary 

Day 1 

Arrival in Addis Ababa

  • ​Welcome to Ethiopia! Land at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
  • Meet & greet by our local team
  • Transfer to hotel, check in and get settled in your hotel
  • Welcome dinner and live jazz experience at African Jazz Village
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All meals and activities included

Day 2

Enkutatash New Year Celebrations

Celebrate Ethiopia’s vibrant New Year with joyful cultural festivities, and traditions. Experience traditional music and dance, and heartfelt community gatherings. Share authentic Ethiopian feasts, embrace the spirit of renewal, hope, and togetherness that defines this special day.

All meals and activities included

Day 3

Addis Ababa City Tour & Market Shopping

Today is a full city day tour of Addis Ababa. Immerse in the vibrant culture as we sight see!
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Tour Highlights
  • Visit to Selassie Cathedral, resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie
  • ​Visit National Museum of Ethiopia to see “Lucy” — one of the oldest hominid a human ancestor who lived in Ethiopia about 3.2 million years ago
  • Guided sightseeing of Entoto Park with panoramic city views, cultural pavilions, and artisans​
  • Spend the rest of the day shopping at Shiromeda and Merkato open-air market for clothing, souvenirs, arts and crafts. 
  • Return and leisure in the evening as you please

All meals and activities included

Day 4

Flight to Lalibela & Leisure Day

  • Morning: Take a flight (1 hr) to Lalibela , known for its ancient rock-hewn churches. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and settle into your surroundings.
  • Afternoon: Enjoy a leisurely day to explore Lalibela at your own pace—wander the charming town, visit local markets, or simply unwind with a soothing spa treatment to rejuvenate your body and mind after travel.

​Breakfast and lunch included

Day 5

Morning Leisure + Afternoon Rock-Hewn Churches Tour

  • Spend your morning at leisure
  • In the afternoon tour of the famous 12th-century rock-hewn churches (UNESCO World Heritage Site), including the iconic Bete Giorgis (Church of St. George)
  • Explore the clusters of churches carved directly from volcanic rock — a pilgrimage site and cultural treasure

All meals and activities included​

Day 6

Traditional Cooking Class Experience

  • Experience the vibrant flavors of Ethiopia in our immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of a skilled local chef, you'll learn to make injera, prepare traditional dishes using fresh, authentic ingredients
  • Finish with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony to close the class—a cherished cultural ritual that offers a warm and authentic experience.
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All meals and activities included

Day 7

Departure 

  • It's not good bye, its see you later
  • Fly back to Addis Ababa  Airport (1 hr) and continue to your international flight thereafter. Our team will be on hand to ensure smooth travel connections and assist with your luggage.
  • Assistance with flight search and booking available - please email [email protected]

Breakfast included

Book Now

By paying your deposit, you are signing up to the designated trip and confirming that you can attend and afford the trip. along with agreeing to the terms and conditions stated above. Once you have made deposit payment, your trip confirmation & next steps will follow via email

PACKAGE RATE

$3,150 PER PERSON
​(ALL MEALS INCLUDED)

PAYMENT PLAN
Secure your spot with a deposit now -  $150
Jan 15th - $450
Feb 15th - $450
Mar 15th - $450
Apr 15th - $450
May 15th - $400
June 15th - $400
​​​For questions or support, please email us at [email protected]

GROUP TRIP DEPOSITS

$153.00 - $2,653.00

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JOIN OUR GROUP TRIPS


  • SECURE YOUR SPOT WITH A $150 DEPOSIT
  • YOUR REMAINING BALANCE: TO BE PAID IN MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS (NEXT STEPS WILL FOLLOW AFTER DEPOSIT PAYMENT IS RECEIVED)


Please note:

  • All online payments will incur a $3 transaction fee.
  • Cancellations up to 12 weeks before the travel date are non-refundable however transferrable to another trip
  • Cancellations within 12 weeks of travel are non-refundable and non-transferable
  • For any queries, please email [email protected]
PAY DEPOSIT
Please note:
  • All online payments will incur a $3 transaction fee.
  • All package rates are based on double occupancy two people sharing therefore you will be paired with another solo traveller.
  • Flights to and from the trip destination is not included in the package cost and must be arranged individually by participants. We provide a complimentary service for flight search to all our travellers
  • To secure your spot on this unforgettable adventure, a deposit of $150pp is required to confirm your reservation, and the remaining balance to be paid in monthly instalments from the dates stated.
  • Health and Safety: Your well-being is our priority, and we will adhere to all necessary health and safety guidelines during the trip. We recommend participants to have travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations (recommendations to be provided after sign up).
  • Cancellation Policy: All payments are non-refundable however transferrable to other trips at latest 12 weeks before travel.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]

Our Group Trips
Joining our group trips means you'll have the chance to make new friends, share unforgettable experiences, and create lasting memories. Our expert tour guides will ensure a seamless journey, taking care of all the logistics, providing valuable insights into culture, history, and natural wonders.
Prepare for adventures of a lifetime and don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore and adventure with fellow travel enthusiasts. Pack your bags, leave your worries behind, and get ready for an extraordinary journey that will leave you enchanted!

We can't wait to see you!

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