7-Day Tour to North Historical Sites and Danakil Depression from Addis Ababa
Highlights
Addis Ababa, Semera, Danakil Depression, Dallol, Afdera, Erta Ale, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Lalibela
Locations Covered
Addis Ababa, Semera, Danakil Depression, Dallol, Afdera, Erta Ale, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Lalibela
nature, historical, camping
Group Tour
7 Days
Easy
English, French, German, Italian, Russian
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Russian
Description
Experience one of the most inhospitable places on earth- the Erta Ale volcano and the Danakil Depression. Explore the archaeological remains at the ancient site in Lalibela, Gondar and Bahir Dar. Enjoy wine with the stunning views lake Asale and experience open air camping at Hamed Ela. Immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes of vast farming lands, small local villages, and towns.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Addis - Semera - Danakil
- Take a flight from Addis to Semara and drive for about 5-6 hours to reach Hamed Ela.
- Swim in Lake Afdera and have your lunch.
- Visit lake Asale which is a lake with salt flats.
- Enjoy wine or beer drink in the stunning place.
- Experience swimming in the salt lake.
- Enjoy open air camping at hamedela.
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Day 2: Dalol- Erta ale (volcano)
- After breakfast, you will drive to the colorful attractions of Dalol which is located at -125 below sea level.
- Visit the different landscapes formed by volcanic activity, Dallol, Lake Assal and camel caravans.
- Enjoy driving to Erta Ale for about 4 hours passing through a changing landscape of solidified lava Rock and sand after passing several small hamlets scattered here and there in this deserted Land.
- Have your short break and early dinner.
- Start trek for about 1 hour to Ertale and experience watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava.
- Trek back to the basic camp basement to spend the night and sleep under the stars.
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Day 3: Ertale- Semera- Addis
- Visit boiling lava again and have your breakfast.
- Drive to Afdera for about 2 hours.
- Drive on asphalt road to Semera for about 3:30 hours.
- Take a flight from Semera airport to fly to Addis.
Stay overnight at hotel.
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Day 4: Fly from Addis to Bahir Dar
- Catch the flight to Bahir Dar which is about 45 minutes in the morning.
- Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tana and visit the 13th-century Monastery of Ura Kidane Mihret.
- Drive to the village of Tis Isat to see the Blue Nile Falls in the afternoon.
Stay overnight in Bahir Dar.
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Day 5: Bahir Dar to Gondar
- After having your breakfast and begin your journey to Gondar.
- Visit the castles and churches in the afternoon.
- Observe the fascinating Debre Birhan Selassie (the Enlightening of Trinity) with wonderful murals art and the Qusquam Church.
Stay overnight in Gondar.
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Day 6: Gondar - Lalibela Fly
- Take the flight from Gondar to Lalibela for about 30 minutes.
- Visit the top attractions of Lalibela and the rock-hewn churches.
Stay overnight in Lalibela.
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Day 7: Lalibela- Addis Ababa Fly
- Have your breakfast in the morning and visit the remaining churches of Lalibela.
- Transfer to airport and fly back to Addis.
- Attend a folkloric dinner with several national dishes.
- Enjoy the dances of the various ethnic groups of Ethiopia.
- Discover the traditional coffee ceremony.
- Transfer to your airport and fly back home.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 5 to 8 | /person |
| 9 to 12 | /person |
| 13 to 20 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 2 | /person |
| 3 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 8 | /person |
| 9 to 12 | /person |
| 13 to 20 | /person |
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