Rich with natural contrast, captivating human history and countless surprises, Ethiopia has long been an intersection between the civilizations of North Africa, the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. This 15-day adventure is perfect for the traveller looking to delve into the history and culture of this incredibly diverse land like few others do. In fact, we’ll help to take some of the infamous bumps out of African travel through a combination of flights and comfortable land transport. Prepare to have your preconceptions challenged.
What's Included
- Guided Tour of the Rock Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Guided tour of Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Fasiladas' Bath, and historic castles in Gonder, Boat trip with guided monasteries tour and visit to a traditional home museum on Lake Tana, Excursion to Blue Nile Falls. Simien Mountains trek with local guides. Mekele City Tour, Entrance fees and guided visits to Wukro and Abreha We Atsbeha churches, Yeha Temple, Axum Historical Site and churches, and Kuskuam Church and Palace.
- 12 Breakfasts. (Allow USD150-200 for meals not included.)
- Comfort hotel (14 nts)
- Plane, minivan, minibus, boat.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO), driver, local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Places Visited
- Ethiopia
Day 1 Addis Ababa
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Bahir Dar (B)
Fly to Bahir Dar. Take a boat trip on Lake Tana, visit Ura Kidane Mehret, Kibran Gabriel (men only) and Entos Yesus (women only) Monasteries. Enjoy a Blue Nile Falls boat crossing.
Days 3-4 Gondar (2B)
Take an optional Bahir Dar market visit. Visit Fasiladas' castles and bath and Debre Birhan Selassie Church.
Days 5-6 Simien Mountains (2B)
Visit Simien Mountains National Park, take guided excursions around Sankaber campsite, the Jinbar waterfalls and Chenek campsite.
Day 7 Gondar (B)
Visit Debark, Ploughshare Womens Association, Kusquam, Queen Mentawab's residence.
Days 8-10 Lalibela (3B)
Visit Lasta Massif, take a guided tour of Lalibela historical sites, including St. George Church, Yemrehana Kristos, and other rock-hewn churches. Take an optional hike to Asheton Maryam in the morning of day 10.
Days 11-12 Mekele/Hawzien (2B)
Lunch at Woldia and scenic stops en route to Mekele on day 11. Take a short tour of Mekele and Abraha Atsbera en route to Hawzien. Enjoy an optional afternoon walk to visit Debre Tsion Abraham or Abuna Yamata on day 12.
Days 13-14 Axum (B)
Visit Maryam QorQor and Gheralta en route to Axum. Enjoy guided tours of Axum's archeaological sites and Axum Tsion church.
Day 15 Addis Ababa
Return to Addis Ababa on a morning flight.
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