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Highlights of Ethiopia
15 days, Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
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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.
15 days
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
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Trip Code: DEHE
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Places visited
- Ethiopia
Itinerary
Day 1Addis Ababa
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Addis Ababa/Bahir Dar
Fly to Bahir Dar. Opt to wander through the Bahir Dar market. Enjoy an excursion to the Blue Nile Falls.
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BreakfastDay 3Bahir Dar/Gonder
Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to enjoy stunning views and visit monasteries. Continue to Gondar for the evening.
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BreakfastDay 4Gonder
Visit Fasiladas' castles, bath, and gardens before going to the Debre Birhan Selassie Church.
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BreakfastDay 5Gonder/Debark’
Travel to Debark, our base for visiting Simien Mountains National Park.
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BreakfastDay 6Debark’
Spend the day in Simien Mountains National Park, enjoying guided hiking excursions around Sankaber campsite, the Jinbar waterfalls, and Chenek campsite. Return to Simien Lodge for the evening.
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BreakfastDay 7Debark’/Gonder
Travel back to Gondar with a stop at the Ploughshare Women Crafts Training Centre in a Falasha village. After, visit Kusquam, Queen Mentawab's historic residence just outside the City.
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BreakfastDay 8Gonder/Lalībela
An early morning start for our long drive to Lalibela arriving in the early evening.
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BreakfastDay 9Lalībela
Take a guided tour of Lalibela historical sites, including St George Church, Yemrehana Kristos, and other rock-hewn churches.
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BreakfastDay 10Lalībela
In the morning, enjoy a hike to Asheton Maryam. In the afternoon, we'll continue our included visit with the second group of churches.
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BreakfastDay 11Lalībela/Mek’elē
Enjoy the scenic views en route to Mekele.
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BreakfastDay 12Mek’elē/Hawzēn
Take a short tour of Mekele and Abraha Atsbera en route to Hawzien. Enjoy an optional afternoon walk to visit more churches.
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BreakfastDay 13Hawzēn/Āksum
Visit Maryam Korkor Church before continuing onto Axum. Stop at the ruins of Yeha en route.
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BreakfastDay 14Āksum
Enjoy guided tours of Axum's archaeological sites and Axum Tsion church.
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BreakfastDay 15Āksum/Addis Ababa
Morning flight to Addis Ababa. Tour ends upon arrival.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Ploughshare Women's Association Visit, Gonder
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer
- Guided tour of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela
- Guided tour of Debre Berhan Selassie Church, Fasiladas' Bath, and historic castles in Gondar
- Boat trip with guided monasteries tour on Lake Tana
- Excursion to Blue Nile Falls
- Simien Mountains trek with local guides
- Asheton Maryam Hike
- Mekele City tour
- Entrance fees and guided visits to Wukro and Abreha We Atsbeha churches
- Visit Yeha Temple, Axum Historical Site, Kuskuam Church and Palace
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotels (14 nts).
Meals
14 breakfasts
Allow USD310-405 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, minivan, minibus, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO), driver, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.