8 Days Historical Sightseeing Tour

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ID: GYG600299-1008989
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Country: Ethiopia

Duration: 8 days


Description

Visit the most spectacular Ethiopian attraction in 16 days. We will introduce you the Natures, history, Culture and Natural heritages.
Day 1- Arrive In Addis Ababa
Our driver will pick you up from the airport and take you to your Hotel. If you will be arriving either in the morning or in the afternoon we will provide complimentary city tour
Day 2 -Fly From Addis To Bahirdar
Our driver will pick you up from the airport and will take you to your Hotel After you refresh up you will head to Lake Tana which is Ethiopia’s largest lake. You will have a boat trip to the Monasteries. After lunch drive out to and visit Blue Nile falls. Overnight in Blue Nile Resort
Day 3 -Bahirdar To Gondar After breakfast continue to Gondar. After settling in your hotel, explore the sites of Gondar, including a visit to the Royal Enclosure and the Debre Birhan Selassie church, with the most famous ceiling in Ethiopia. Overnight in AG Hotel
Day 4 -Fly From Gondar To Lalibela
You will visit the first group of Lalibela Churches which are located north of a small stream named Jordan River. These Churches were carved during the time of King Lalibela (1181 – 1221) and are registered by unesco as a World Heritage Site. Overnight Lalibela Lodge
Day 5- Visit Lalibela After breakfast, have an excursion trip to the cave-built up church of Ne’akuto Le’ab (13th Century AD) which is famous for its wide collection of ancient crosses, manuscripts and icons. If this day is Saturday, spare some time at the interesting weekly market of Lalibela. After lunch, visit the second and third group of churches of Lalibela. Overnight Lalibela Lodge In the city of Lalibela you will see about Eleven Rock Churches organized into groups of three.
Day 6 - Fly From Lalibela To Axum
Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel before venturing out to the Northern Stelae field to see the 4th century obelisks that lend the region its name. You'll then embark on a day of discovery as you explore the ruins of Dungur, better known as the Queen of Sheba's Palace, as well as the tombs of ancient figures such as King Kaleb, King Gebre Meskel, and more. You'll then proceed to St. Mary's of Zion Cathedral, fabled home of the Ark of the Covenant. Overnight in Brana Hotel
Day 7 -Axum – Hawzien
In the morning you will drive to Hawzien and on the way you will visit Yeha temple. Then you will visit Mariam and Daniel Korkor Churches which are the most impressive architecturally. A huge, high ceiling is supported by 12 free standing pillars. Overnight in Wukro Lodge
Day 8 - Hawzien – Mekele- Addis Ababa
In the morning your driver will pick you up from your Hotel (You can choose the time you want to get picked up, you can inform your driver) You will visit Abuna Yemata Guh; to visit this church, one should walk for about an hour to commence a steep ascent up the side of the Gheralta massif. This steep ascent soon turn into a climb using foot holds and hand holds chipped into the sandstone rock by the passage of many hands and feet. Late afternoon drive to Mekele and fly back to Addis

Highlights

  • Visit Addis Abab, Bahir Dar, Gonder
  • Lalibelal, Axum
  • Tigray Churches

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Our driver will pick you up from the airport and take you to your Hotel.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.