6-Day Tour to Lalibela, Gondar,Simien Mountains, and … Addis Ababa to Gondar Siemens mountain

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ID: GYG891548-1400273
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Country: Ethiopia

Duration: 3 days


Description

Discover the best of Ethiopia on a 6-day tour from Lalibela to Gondar, the Simien Mountains, and Bahir Dar. See the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, the Royal Enclosure of Gondar, and the Blue Nile.
Discover the best of Ethiopia on a 6-day tour from Lalibela. Visit the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, the Royal Enclosure in Gondar, and the Blue Nile Falls in Bahir Dar. Trek in the Simien Mountains National Park and visit the Blue Nile source.

Start in Lalibela, known for its 11 rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the architectural gems formed by monolithic constructions. After 2 nights in Lalibela, head south to Gondar, famous for the Royal Enclosure called Fasil Ghebbi.

See the 6 big building complexes surrounded by a 900-meter-long wall. Visit the Fasilides pool where the Ethiopian epiphany or Timkat is celebrated every year in January. The next day, visit the Simien Mountains National Park, where you will enjoy a short trekking route to encounter the Gelada Baboons, an endemic primate species found mainly in the Ethiopian highlands.

Finally, the tour ends in Bahir Dar, known for hosting the Blue Nile source. The powerful Tana Lake will give you the opportunity to reach the famous Zege Peninsula, where you will visit the monasteries of Ura Zidane Mihret, founded in the 16th century and known for its Bible paintings, and the church of Azuwa Maryam. Before flying back to Addis Ababa, visit the Blue Nile Falls.

Highlights

  • Discover the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit the Royal Enclosure of Gondar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • See the Ethiopian epiphany or Timkat celebrated at the Fasilides pool
  • Trek in the Simien Mountains National Park to see the Gelada Baboons
  • Visit the Blue Nile source and the Blue Nile falls in Bahir Dar

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Hotel pickups commence prior to the start time, you will be advised of your exact pickup time upon reconfirmation of your tour
We can meet you from your Hotel or apartment in Addis and drive you to the airport
INCLUDED
  • Entrance fees to all sites
  • Professional guide
  • Transportation by air-conditioned car
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • food and drink
  • Hotels 4 star
  • domestic flight
  • food and drink
NOT INCLUDED
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcohol drink

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

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.