6-Day Historic Route Tours at Northern Ethiopia
Highlights
Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Aksum, Lalibela
Locations Covered
Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Aksum, Lalibela
boating, cultural, historical
Private Tour
6 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ethiopia's cultural treasures and ascend Mount Entoto for breathtaking Addis vistas. Explore the National Museum to meet 'Lucy' and the historic Holy Trinity Church and delve into Emperor Haile Selassie's palace at the Ethnographic Museum. Later, cruise Lake Tana to Ura Kidane Mihret monastery, then marvel at Gondar's royal castles. Discover Axum's ancient wonders and Lalibela's awe-inspiring rock-hewn churches. Complete your day with a rich taste of Ethiopian culture at a vibrant folkloric dinner.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Sightseeing at Addis Ababa
- Arrive and transfer to the hotel in Addis Ababa.
- Begin sightseeing with a drive up to Mount Entoto for a panoramic view of Addis.
- Descend down and drive to National Museum and get a chance to spot the oldest hominids of ‘Lucy’ fossil.
- Visit and proceed to the Holy Trinity built during the World War II.
- Then proceed to Ethnographic Museum, which used to be the palace of Emperor Haile Selassie.
Overnight at Addis Ababa.
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Day 2: Fly from Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bahir Dar.
- Meet and transfer to your hotel.
- Later, take a boat cruise on Lake Tana to visit the 14th century Monastery of Ura Kidane Mihret which is the most famous of the Zege peninsula monasteries.
- In the afternoon, drive to the village of Tis Isat to see the Blue Nile falls.
Overnight in Bahir Dar.
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Day 3: Drive from Bahir Dar to Gondar
- After breakfast, begin your journey to Gondar.
- In the afternoon, visit the city of Gondar with the drive to the Castles and Churches built by Emperor Fassiladas and his descendants.
- Proceed to the fascinating Debre Birhan Selassie with wonderful murals art Qusquam Church.
Overnight in Gondar.
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Day 4: Fly from Gondar to Axum
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Axum.
- Take a city tour to St. Mary’s Church, the sanctuary Chapel which is the repository of the ‘Ark of covenant’, the coronation yard and Stelae Park.
- Visit the Tomb of Kaleb and his son Gebre Meskel and Ezana’s Inscriptions.
- Continue the tour to Queen of Sheba’s Bath and Queen of Sheba’s palace ruins and the Axum Museum.
Overnight in Axum.
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Day 5: Fly from Axum to Lalibela
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lalibela.
- Arrive and transfer to your hotel.
- In the afternoon, visit top attractions of Lalibela such as its underground rock-hewn cathedrals.
Overnight in Lalibela.
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Day 6: Fly from Lalibela to Addis Ababa for Departure
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
- In the evening, attend a folkloric dinner and get a chance to taste several national dishes and watch dances of the various ethnic groups of Ethiopia.
- Enjoy the traditional coffee ceremony which will also be served.
- Later, transfer to the airport for departure.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Meeting Point
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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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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