Private Women-Led: Ethiopian Flavours in Shepherd’s Bush with Coffee Ceremony
London, United Kingdom
From USD 114.12
Private Women-Led: Ethiopian Flavours in Shepherd’s Bush with Coffee Ceremony
London, United Kingdom
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Be whisked away to Ethiopia without leaving London! Join guide Sefanit, an Ethiopian woman from the social enterprise Women in Travel, as she leads you through Shepherd’s Bush Market to discover the flavours, cultures and traditions of her homeland. Finish your adventure by sitting down for an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
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Highlights
- Learn about the Ethiopian community of London’s Shepherd’s Bush
- Sample Ethiopian flavours, like a popular ginger juice that boasts medicinal properties
- Participate in an elaborate Ethiopian coffee ceremony paired with tasty snacks
- See the city of London through an immigrant’s eyes
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- Your tour is run in partnership with Women in Travel, a social enterprise that enables underprivileged women to access employment and entrepreneurship. 15% of all ticket sales go directly to Women in Travel.
- Your guide, Sefanit, arrived in London from Ethiopia when she was 14 years old. She is working as a tour guide thanks to the support of Intrepid Urban Adventures and Women in Travel.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Meeting point:
Shepherd’s Bush Market entrance, in front of the Bush Theatre.
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- Starting time: 10.00 AM
- Ending point:
Delina restaurant, Uxbridge Road.
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Language: English
Inclusions: English-speaking Ethiopian guide, juice shot, tastings of Ethiopian foods (misir alicha, yebeg wot, atakilt, 1 roll of injera), coffee ceremony.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide, additional food and drinks, personal shopping.
Shepherd’s Bush in West London is home to a thriving Ethiopian community, with many shops and cafés and even hair salons dedicated to Ethiopian culture. Over two and a half hours, your guide Sefanit will introduce you to her Ethiopian heritage within the historic Shepherd’s Bush Market.
We will begin our adventure by meeting one of the market’s traders and sip a delicious juice known for its medicinal properties.
Next, we’ll stroll through the market and visit an Ethiopian shop, where we’ll learn about the importance of coffee to Ethiopia. You’ll see the unroasted beans and special coffee pot and explore the spices specific to Ethiopian cuisine.
Finally, you’ll get taste these flavours first-hand as we enjoy the highlight of this tour: a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
Sharing coffee is an important tradition in Ethiopia. It’s a time for people to get together and share stories, and Sefanit will have plenty of tales to tell you as you enjoy your coffee with popcorn (a popular pairing in Ethiopia!).
Says Sefanit, “Ethiopia is a big part of my life. The colours, smells and community of my childhood are still with me and in me. In Ethiopia, food is everything and I can think of nothing better than sharing my culture with visitors to London.”
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Additional information
Inclusions: English-speaking Ethiopian guide, juice shot, tastings of Ethiopian foods (misir alicha, yebeg wot, atakilt, 1 roll of injera), coffee ceremony.
Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide, additional food and drinks, personal shopping.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations more than 2 days before departure will receive a full refund. Cancellations within this period attract a 100% cancellation fee.
Child Policy: Travellers must be minimum 16 years of age to join this experience.
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Dietary Notes
Please notify us in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions. You can do so in the ‘Additional request’ box at checkout.
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Local contact
Office phone number:
Email address: alessandra@womenintravelcic.com
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