9 Days Ethiopia's Historical Sites and Djibouti Exploration

Explore Ethiopia and Djibouti on a 10-day guided tour with flights and meals. Visit the Blue Nile Falls, the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, and the Royal Enclosure in Gondar.
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa

Meet and greet at Bole International Airport. Explore the city, visiting the National Museum (home of “Lucy”), Merkato (Africa’s largest open-air market), and Entoto Hills for panoramic views. Overnight in Addis Ababa.


Day 2: Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar

Take a morning flight to Bahir Dar. Visit the spectacular Blue Nile Falls (seasonal flow). In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tana, visiting island monasteries rich in religious history and art. Overnight in Bahir Dar.


Day 3: Bahir Dar to Gondar

Drive to Gondar. Explore the Royal Enclosure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with castles dating back to the 17th century. Visit the beautiful Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famous for its angel ceiling paintings. Enjoy an evening cultural experience in Gondar. Overnight in Gondar.


Day 4: Gondar to Lalibela

Fly from Gondar to Lalibela. Begin exploring the rock-hewn churches, including Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Golgotha. Overnight in Lalibela.


Day 5: Full Day on Lalibela sightseeing

Continue visiting the remaining churches, including the iconic Bete Giyorgis (St. George’s Church) carved in the shape of a cross. Enjoy an evening cultural dinner with traditional music and dance. Overnight in Lalibela.


Day 6: Lalibela Flight to Addis ababa and connected flight to - Arbaminch

Fly back to Addis, then connect to Arbaminch. Visit the Dorze Village, known for its bamboo houses shaped like elephant tusks, weaving traditions, and local drinks. Explore the Forty Springs or relax at your lodge. Overnight in Arbaminch.


Day 7: Flight from Arbaminch to Addis ababa and connected flight to Djibouti

Fly from Arbaminch to Addis, then to Djibouti. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a leisure evening. Overnight in Djibouti.


Day 8: Djibouti Full Day Exploration

Take a full-day excursion to explore Djibouti’s striking natural attractions: salt lakes, volcanic formations, or the Red Sea coastline. Overnight in Djibouti.


Day 9: Flight from Djibouti to Addis Ababa(Djiobuti to international flight back home)

Spend the morning at leisure. Fly back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy a farewell cultural dinner. Overnight in Addis Ababa or from Djibouti we can arrange your flight back to your country.

Accommodation

Addis Ababa: Haile Grand Hotel or similar

Bahir Dar: Kuriftu Resort or similar

Gondar: Gondar Hills Resort or similar

Lalibela: Mezena Lodge or Mountain View Hotel

Arbaminch: Haile Resort or Dorze Lodge

Djibouti: Comfortable midrange hotel



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Transport

Air: Scheduled Ethiopian Airlines flights (domestic & Addis–Djibouti round trip)

Land: Private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers (hard-top, newer models)

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