6-Day Tour of Ethiopia's Prehistoric Highlights from Addis Ababa
Highlights
Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Lalibela
Locations Covered
Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Lalibela
architectural, cultural, historical
Private Tour
6 Days
Easy
English
Description
Learn about the history and culture tour of Ethiopia as you visit the Portuguese bridge and stunning Blue Nile Gorge. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Tana, take in the iconic views of Blue Nile Falls at Bahir Dar and explore spectacular sites such as Fasilides Bath, Debre Birhan Selassie Church and the Church of St. George. Also, marvel at the beautiful rock-hewn churches, and the monastery of Na’akuto La’ab at Lalibela.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Drive to Bahir Dar via Debre Markos
Early in the morning, head towards Bahir Dar via Debre Markos.
On the way, visit the Portuguese bridge, said to have been the first bridge in Ethiopia.
Afterward, you will pass through the spectacular Blue Nile Gorge. The gorge extends nearly 400 km and reaches depths up to 1500m.
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Day 2: Explore beautiful Bahir Dar
In the morning, take a boat ride on Lake Tana to visit the island monasteries, such as those on the Zege Peninsula and Kibran Gabriel (not allowed for women), and the source of the Blue Nile River.
In the afternoon, drive towards the Blue Nile Falls for a short hike in the area with the local Ethiopian guide.
End your day with the beautiful sunset over Lake Tana.
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Day 3: Visit to the Gondar
After breakfast, drive to Gondar. The four-hour drive will take you through rural villages, offering a wonderful insight into the Amhara culture.
Explore the iconic sites of Gondar such as the Royal Enclosure, with six castles and several other buildings.
Visit the Fasilides Bath, still used for Timket celebrations.
Explore the stunning Debre Birhan Selassie Church, with the most famous ceiling.
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Day 4: Drive to Lalibela via Woreta
In the morning, proceed driving to Lalibela via Woreta, passing through Amhara state. You will have stunning views as you travel through this dramatic landscape.
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Day 5: Explore Lalibela
In the morning, start your tour of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela by visiting the Northwestern Cluster of churches such as Biete Medhane Alem, Biete Maryam, Biete Meskel, Biete Danaghel, Biete Golgotha Mikael (entry not permitted for women).
After lunch, continue with the Southeastern Cluster of churches such as Biete Gabriel-Rufael, Biete Qeddus Mercoreus, Biete Emmanuel, and Biete Abba Libanos.
Explore the most famous Church of St. George.
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Day 6: Fly to Addis Ababa
In the morning, visit the nearby monastery of Na’akuto La’ab, set on the side of a cliff.
After the visit, proceed to the airport for the return flight back to Addis Ababa.
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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This is a private tour |
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