Ethiopia Tour Packages

PROGRAM – 1
Discover Ethopia | 11 Nights / 12 Days
Addis Ababa – Bahirdar – Gondar – Semien Mts. – Axum – Gerhalta – Mekele – Lalibela

Day 01 Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel. Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest open‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Addis Ababa – Bahirdar B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Bahirdar and after check in drive 32 km southwest of Bahirdar to the small town of Tiss Abay to visit the Blue Nile Falls. We will walk some distances to the Falls and visit some of the villages around there. In the afternoon we will have a boat excursion in Ethiopia’s largest water body, Lake Tana 3,600 sq km to visit the monasteries of Ura Kidane Mihret and Azwa Mariam which are found on the largest peninsula of the lake. These monasteries are known for the colorful frescoes of religious scenes, different ancient types of crosses, paintings, murals and an impressive display of illuminated Bibles written in Ge’ez, Ethiopia’s oldest language. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 174 kms / 03 hrs 30 min approx
After breakfast, early morning drive to Gondar ‐ Gondar was the first capital city of the Ethiopian empire, which began in 1632 with the reign of King Fasilledes. In Gondar there are dozens of castles built by various emperors over the course of 236 years. Gondar visit includes the palaces, residences and open air baths of King Fasilledes; World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the monasteries of Qusquom, the church of Debre Berhan Sellassie Light of the Trinity with its 16th century paintings and frescoes, which is located at the summit of a hill and surrounded by fortified walls. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 Gondar – Semien Mountain B – D By Road 146 kms / 02 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed to the Semien Mountains National Park via Debark the gateway to the park and continue driving to reach to Sankaber 3230masl through a beautiful scenery and Ahmara people and villages. The Semien Mountains National Park is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and we will visit its exceptional natural beauty which includes superb scenery, endemic fauna and flora. Among other endemics it is here that the Gelada Baboon bleeding heart Baboon is found. Overnight at lodge.

Day 05 Semien Mountain – Axum B – D By Road 290 kms / 06 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed to morning walk in the park to see the different endemic animals and continue drive to Axum seeing the Semien mountain National park with stunning landscape and the beautiful valley of Tekeze. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 Axum B – D
After breakfast, full day in Axum, Axum is Ethiopia’s oldest city, dating back some 2,000 years when it was the hub of the Axumite Empire. The Queen of Sheba made it her capital 1000 years before Christ. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church was founded here in the 4th Century and Axum remains the holiest city of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. We will visit the Axum stele or obelisks; the largest single pieces of stone standing anywhere on the world World Heritage Site by UNESCO, castles of former monarchs, the Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church, built on the site of Ethiopia’s first church AD, and palace of Sheba and the Gundit stelae field, King Ezana’s inscriptions and the tombs of Kings Kaleb and Gebre Meskel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 Axum – Gerhalta B – D By Road 145 kms / 03 hrs 15 min approx.
After breakfast, proceed to early in the morning drive to Gerhalta, Hawzien has a 3,000 year history. Originally an old trading center, today the area is exclusively agricultural, en route visit ‐Yeha Temple‐ a pagan temple of the 5th C BC. Drive to Atsebe to visit Churches around Hawzen area, Mariam Qorkur Church: The church of Our Lady Mary at Qorqor Maryam Qorqor is a fascinating rock‐cut church of the monastery founded by Abba Dane’el of Gar’alta in Tegre during the second half of the thirteenth century. Overnight at lodge.

Day 08 Gerhalta – Mekele B – D By Road 105 kms / 02 hrs 15 min approx.
After breakfast, proceed to in the morning we have the option to walk to Debre Tsion Abraham or Abune Yemata guh one of the most striking sites in Ethiopia. Depending on the group preference.
On the way visit some of the rock churches Such as Adikesho Medhanealem, Wukro Cherkos and Abreha We‐Atsbeh. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 Mekele – Lalibela B – D By Road 290 kms / 05 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed to Lalibela to tour the famous eleven rock‐ hewn churches of 12th century. The city contains 11 monolithic churches that were built in the 12th century and are carved out of the pink granite rock; they have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Each church Bet has a unique architectural style; all are superbly carved and most of them are decorated with well‐preserved paintings. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 Lalibela B – D
After breakfast, proceed to in the morning we will visit Lalibella rock‐ hewn churches of 12th century. The city contains 11 monolithic churches that were built in the 12th century and are carved out of the pink granite rock; they have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We spend the rest of the day visiting fascinating churches within the town and countryside; some are made from the rock and dating back to around the twelfth century. We visit the first and second group of monolithic churches. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 Lalibela B – D
After breakfast, proceed to in the morning drive to the top of Asheten Mariam Monastery. This is very famous for its 6th‐century monastery church and beautiful view at 10,298 ft above sea level. We will walk/mule ride through dramatic highland scenery and which eventually ends in a beautiful serene agricultural hamlet. In the afternoon drive to Yimrahene Kirstos let Christ Lead us monastery church. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 Lalibela – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Flight By Flight.
After breakfast, fly to Addis. Today we will visit Mount Entoto for panoramic view point at the highest pick in Addis with an altitude of 3200 meters and St. Mary Church. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
– 11 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Meals as per the program.
– Entrance fees.
– English speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
– Ethnological Museum.
– Visit the Blue Nile Falls.
– Boat excursion in Ethiopia’s.
– The Semien Mountains National Park.
– The Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church.
– Asheten Mariam Monastery
– All taxes.
– Air Ticket from Addis Ababa – Bahirdar and Lalibela – Addis Ababa.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 2
Excursion of Addis Ababa | 09 Nights / 10 Days
Bahirdar – Gondar – Lalibela – Axum – Hawsein – Mekele – Danakil

Day 01 Arrive Bahirdar – – – By Flight.
Arrival from Addis Abeba to Bahirdar. After lunch, drive to the Blue Nile Falls 32KM from Bahir dar city. When you return to Bahir dar city from your visit, you will be visiting the market as well as the ex palace of Emperor Haile Silassie. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Bahirdar B – D
After breakfast, Proceed you will start your day with a boat trip on Lake Tana, in order to visit the monasteries on the islands. You will spend the day on Lake Tana, you will be visiting 3 monasteries. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 174 kms / 03 hrs 30 min approx.
After breakfast, Proceed to Gondar. On the way, you can visit Awramba community. Once arrived in Gondar, you will start your visit with the Royal enclosure of Fasiledas, and then you will visit Debre Birhan Silassie church. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 Gondar – Lalibela B – D By Flight
After breakfast, Proceed to Lalibela. Once arrived in Lalibela, you will start your visit with the 1 st group of the 11 rock hewn church. After lunch, you will be visiting the second and the third group of the churches. Overnight at lodge.

Day 05 Lalibela – Axum B – D By Flight
After breakfast, Proceed to the old city of Lalibela and get to the airport to catch your flight to Axum, the first capital city of Ethiopia, and home of the Axumite Empire. Once in Axum, start your visit with Saint Mary church, believed to be home of the Arc of the Covenant. Then you will be heading to the site where you will be visiting the obelisks. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 Axum – Hawsein B – D By Road 129 kms / 03 hrs 05 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to Hausein via Adwa and Adigrat. For the Ethiopians, the town of Adwa holds huge significance. It was in the hills surrounding Adwa that the Emperor Menelik II inflicted the biggest defeat ever on a colonial army in Africa and saved Ethiopia from colonization. About 11km east of Adwa is the monastery of Abba Garima, said to have been founded by one of the nine saints in the 6th century. The monastery is known for its collection of religious artifacts including three illuminated gospels from the 10th century. Use the town as the base from which to visit Yeha or Debra Damo. Yeha is famous for its huge and remarkable temple.

According to the 19th-century German scholar Heinrich Miiller, the temple is thought to date back to about seven or eight hundred years before the birth of Christ. The temple is believed to be the oldest standing building in the country. Beside the remarkable temple stands a church dedicated to Abba Aftse. Abba Aftse was one of the famous nine saints who came to Ethiopia in the 6th century from the eastern Roman Empire to teach the Gospel. The church, sharing the same compound with the temple is rectangular in shape. Proceed to Debre Damo monastery accessible only by rope and not allowed for women. Then continue driving to Adigrat for lunch at a local restaurant.

Adigrat is the largest town in Tigray after Mekelle and is an important junction linking Ethiopia with Eritrea. Finally drive to Hawzen for overnight via Sinkata, situated 36km south of Adigrat. Adigrat is a quietly attractive village of stone houses with sandstone cliffs to the east offering stunning views of the Gheralta plains. You can use the town as the base from which to visit the rock hewn churches at Gheralta. Overnight at lodge.

Day 07 Hawsein – Mekele B – D By Road 104 kms / 01 hrs 56 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to visit three churches; Abuna Yemata Guh; Maryam Korkor and Daniel Korkor. All of which are very different in style but stunningly beautiful in their own way. To visit Abuna Yemata Guh, walking for about an hour to commence a steep ascent up the side of the Gheralta massif. This steep ascent soon turn into a climb using foot holds and hand holds chipped into the sandstone rock by the passage of many hands and feet. The climb and the walk along very narrow ledges with sheer drops to the side is not one for the faint hearted.

The church itself can be reached by walking out on a ledge one meter wide and with a 200m drop to the left hand side. At the entrance there is a small cave and a wooden door built into the rock. Of the three, Maryam Korkor is the most impressive architecturally. A huge, high ceiling is supported by 12 free standing pillars. Looking at it you could not help but wonder how the architect managed to carve so high from the ground. Drive to Mekele. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 Mekele – Danakil B – D By Road 606 kms / 09 hrs 51 min appx.
After breakfast, Proceed to Erta Ale ranks one of the most alluring and physically challenging natural attractions anywhere in Ethiopia. It is a shield volcano with a base diameter of 30 km and 1km square caldera at its summit. Erta Ale contains the world’s only permanent lava lake.

It is 613 meters, with a lava lake, one of only five in the world, at the summit. It is notable for being the longest existing lava lake, present since the early years of the twentieth century. We start early 8:00 AM, drive to Dodom at the base of Erta Ale. This is may be one of the worst roads in the world. The 80 km distance may take about 6 hrs passing through changing landscape of solidified lava, rock, sand and occasional palm lined oasis. After passing several small hamlets scattered here and there in this deserted land, you will arrive to Dodom camping site, located about 17km from Erta Ale.

You will get dinner around 17:00 and trek up to Ertale at 20:00 hours. Camels will be transporting all the camping materials and some food sleeping materials like light mattresses and mat and water to the rim of the volcano, where we spend the night watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava. You will spend the night on top of the mountain, at the rim of the Volcano. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 Danakil B – D
Early Morning sun rise at the northern one corresponds to the main pit crater and walk 5 minutes for the southern and central pits could either corresponds to an ancient pit, or to a simple collapse structure. The main pit-crater, 200 m deep and 350 m across, is sub circular and three storied. The smaller southern pit is 65 m wide and about 100 m deep. Descend from Erta Ale around 9 am Dodom – Leave back to Dodom after an early breakfast, if possible at 07:00. You will reach latest at 10:30 am at the camp, time to relax. After drive to reach Eript, better village with a total population about 500 people. Drive to Erbiti and proceed Abaala/ Hamed ela. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 Danakil – Mekele
Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Road By Flight 606 kms / 09 hrs 51 min appx.
Morning tour Drive to Ragad Asebo, the place where the localities are mining salt. Look the activity of breaking the salt from the ground, cutting in to rectangular pieces and loading on camels. You drive ahead to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity, Dallol + Lake Assal + camel caravans. Excursion to Dallol 116 meter below sea level, one of the lowest places in the world colorful salts mining, visit Lake Assal, follow up camel caravans and walk with the Afar people. Drive back to Hamedela and proceed to Mekele. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meeting and assistance by our representative.
– 09 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Meals as per the program
– Entrance fees to monuments.
– English speaking guide.
– Blue Nile Falls and Awramba community
– Saint Mary church and Debre Damo monastery.
– Abuna Yemata Guh.
– volcanic activity, Dallol, Lake Assal and camel caravans
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 3
Highlights of Omo Valley | 07 Nights / 08 Days
Addis Ababa – Arbaminch – Jinka – Turmi – Awassa

Day 01 Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest open‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Addis Ababa – Awassa B – D By Road 275 kms / 04 hrs 40 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Awassa en route visit some of Debrezeit Bishoftu crater Lakes such as Hora, Babogaya, and Kuriftu. Continue driving throught the great Rift valley lakes, Langano and Abijatta‐Shalla and the town of Awassa, the capital city of the southern region, which is very popular in fish market and its volcanic lake. The rift contains a marvelous series of lakes, which are teeming with fish and provide a habitat for hundreds of species of birds. On the way we pass 4 of the lakes. Awassa is located on the edge of Lake Awassa, surrounded by mountains. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 Awassa – Arbaminch B – D By Road 225 kms / 04 hrs 30 min appx.
After breakfast, we drive through one of the most colorful and scenic areas of Southern Ethiopia, a land that is inhabited by the people of the Sidamo, the Alaba, who were once nomads but are now farmers. A long section of the road offers magnificent views of Lake Abaya, surrounded by mountains. The lake has volcanic origins and is almost pink in color. Today we visit the Dorze village, one of the many small group of tribes in southern Ethiopia. Once warriors, the Dorze are now turned to farming and weaving to earn a living. Overnight at lodge.

Day 04 Arbaminch – Turmi B – D By Road 250 kms / 04 hrs 30 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Turmi en route meet the people of Konso and their villages. The cornerstone of Konso culture is a highly specialized and successful agricultural economy. Meet the people, take photographs and learn of a culture that has very little outside influence and continue to Turmi. We will visit the weekly market of the Hamer and Bena in KeyAfer Market Thursday Market a highlight of Omo Valley where all the ethnic tribes come to shop. The market is exciting and you may have the opportunity to buy some of the tribal regalia and artifacts. On the way we will visit the Tsemai tribes in Woito. Overnight at lodge.

Day 05 Turmi‐ Jinka Jinka – Turmi B – D By Road By Road 116 kms / 01 hrs 55 min appx.116 kms / 01 hrs 55 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Omo rate crossing the Omo River by boat to visit the Galab village in the bank of the lower Omo valley. One of a small group of the Omo Valley tribes, called Dasanach. We also visit the Hamer tribes in Turmi area. In the Second day we will visit one of the colourful markets in the Omo Valley, Dimeka Market and continue to Jinka for a visit of the Ari people and villages. Overnight at lodge.

Day 06 Turmi‐ Jinka B – D By Road 116 kms / 01 hrs 55 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Omo Rate crossing the Omo River by boat to visit the Galab village in the bank of the lower Omo valley. One of a small group of the Omo Valley tribes, called Dasanach. We also visit the Hamer tribes in Turmi area. In the Second day we will visit one of the colourful markets in the Omo Valley, Dimeka Market and continue to Jinka for a visit of the Ari people and villages. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 Jinka ‐ Arba Minch B – D By Road 366 kms / 06 hrs 20 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Ari villages, their neat compounds, fertile and scenic surrounds drive to Konso. En route visit the weekly small colorful market of Key Afer to see the Bena and Tsemay tribes and proceed driving to Konso. The Konso with 9 different clans have a tradition of nominating their own King who has got his own Place to live and also servants to work for. He is a symbol of peace and integrity among the Konso with unique dynastical line going on for many hundreds of years. The Konso have a clean, well, built and protected villages with each village having a communal house of living called “Mora” where young boys spend the night protecting the village. They have also a tradition of age initiation for boys to advance from child hood to adult hood. The Konso are very much known for having a wooden made grave sign called “Waka”. Take time of picture and visit in the village then drive to Arba Minch. Overnight at lodge.

Day 08 Arba Minch – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – D By Road By Flight 515 kms / 06 hrs 55 min appx.
Drive to Addis Ababa via the rift valley lakes and visit the shopping centers in Addis Ababa. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meeting and assistance by our representative.
– 07 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Meals as mentioned in the program.
– Entrance fees to monuments.
– Ethnological Museum
– Visit the Dorze village
– Omo River by boat to visit the Galab village
– English speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 4
Historic part of Ethiopia | 06 Nights / 07 Days
Addis Ababa – Bahirdar – Gondar – Axum – Lalibela

Day 01 Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest opeY‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Addis Ababa – Bahirdar B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Bahirdar and after check in drive 32 km southwest of Bahir Dar to the small town of Tiss Abay to visit the Blue Nile Falls. We will walk some distances to the Falls and visit some of the villages around there. In the afternoon we will have a boat excursion in Ethiopia’s largest water body, Lake Tana 3,600 sq km to visit the monasteries of Ura Kidane Mihret and Azwa Mariam which are found on the largest peninsula of the lake.

These monasteries are known for the colorful frescoes of religious scenes, different ancient types of crosses, paintings, murals and an impressive display of illuminated Bibles written in Ge’ez, Ethiopia’s oldest language. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 180 Km / 02 hrs 50 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to early morning drive to Gondar ‐ Gondar was the first capital city of the Ethiopian empire, which began in 1632 with the reign of King Fasilledes. In Gondar there are dozens of castles built by various emperors over the course of 236 years.
Gondar visit includes the palaces, residences and open air baths of King Fasilledes; World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the monasteries of Qusquom, the church of Debre Berhan Sellassie Light of the Trinity with its 16th century paintings and frescoes, which is located at the summit of a hill and surrounded by fortified walls. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Gondar – Lalibella B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Lalibella rock‐ hewn churches of 12th century. The city contains 11 monolithic churches that were built in the 12th century and are carved out of the pink granite rock; they have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We spend the rest of the day visiting fascinating churches within the town and countryside; some are made from the rock and dating back to around the twelfth century. We visit the first and second group of monolithic churches. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Lalibela B – D
After breakfast, proceed in the morning drive to the top of Asheten Mariam Monastery. This is very famous for its 6th‐century monastery church and beautiful view at 10,298 ft above sea level. We will walk/mule ride through dramatic highland scenery and which eventually ends in a beautiful serene agricultural hamlet. In the afternoon drive to Yimrahene Kirstos let Christ Lead us monastery church. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Lalibela – Axum B – D By Flight
Fly to Axum, a holy city of Ethiopia, dating back over 2000 years and the cradle of Ethiopian civilization with the Axumite Kingdom, tour of Axum that includes: Axum stele or obelisks; the largest single pieces of stone standing anywhere on the world World Heritage Site by UNESCO, castles of former monarchs, the Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church, built on the site of Ethiopia’s first church AD, and palace of Sheba and the Gundit stelae field, King Ezana’s inscriptions and the tombs of Kings Kaleb and Gebre Meskel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Axum – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Flight By Flight
Fly to Addis and in the afternoon visit the Merkato Market and Entoto mountains for panoramic view of Addis Ababa. Evening Ethiopian traditional dinner and dance in one of the renowned restaurant of Addis Ababa. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

DAY 08: Depart Auckland B – – By Flight
Departure transfer to Auckland airport for flight to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
– 06 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Boat excursion on Lake Tana
– Ethnological Museum
– Visit the Blue Nile Falls
– Boat excursion in Ethiopia’s
– Air Ticket from Addis Ababa – Bahirdar, Gondar – Lalibella, Lalibela – Axum and Axum – Addis Ababa.
– Ethiopian traditional dinner and dance
– Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 5
Historical Route + Simiens & Tigray | 11 Nights / 12 Days
Bahirdar – Gondar – Semien Mts. – Axum – Hawsein – Mekele – Lalibela– Kombolcha

DAY 01: Arrive Bahirdar – – – By Flight
Arrival to Bahir Dar via Debre Markos. On the way, you will pass through the spectacular Blue Nile Gorge. The gorge extends nearly 400km and reaches depths up to 1500m. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Bahirdar B – D.
After breakfast, Proceed to take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit a selection of the monasteries hidden on the islands and shores of this sacred lake. Visit the Zege Penninsula and the monasteries of Azuwa Maryam and Ura Kidane Mehret and the outlet of the Blue Nile River. In the afternoon, drive out to the Blue Nile Falls for a short hike in the area. Finish the day with the sunset over the lake. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 174 kms / 03 hrs 30 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to Gondar through rural villages, offering wonderful insight into the Amhara culture. After briefly settling in your hotel, explore the sites of Gondar, including a visit to the Royal Enclosure, with six castles and several other buildings. Additionally, visit Fasilidas’s Pool, still used for Timket celebrations today, Ras Gimb Palace Museum and the Debre Birhan Selassie church, with the most famous ceiling in Ethiopia. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Gondar – Semien Mountain B – D By Road 146 kms / 02 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to Sankober in the Simien Mountains. From here you will go for an easy hike to the Geech Abyss, where you will see a large waterfall where the Jinbar River plunges into the abyss. This area is also a great place for viewing the endemic gelada baboon, also known as the ‘bleeding heart baboon’ due to the red patch of skin on its chest. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 05: Semien Mountain – Axum B – D By Road 290 kms / 06 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to visit Chenek to see the walia ibex. Then, depart north for Axum, enjoying spectacular views of the mountains. Proceed driving through the dramatic Tekeze Valley, offering some of the best landscapes in the country. Proceed to Axum, home of the ancient Axumite Empire, the Queen of Sheba, and the Ark of the Covenant. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Axum B – D
After breakfast, Proceed to Today will be a full day visiting the sites of Axum, including the famous obelisks one that was recently erected after being returned from Italy and the archeological museum, the Queen of Sheba’s Bath which supplies water to Axum year-round, Ezana’s enscription, King Kaleb’s tomb, King Bazen’s tomb, and the Queen of Sheba’s Palace. You can also visit the St. Mary of Zion church, where the Ark of the Covenant is kept. Men only are allowed to enter the old church. Unfortunately, no one except one specially chosen guardian monk is allowed to enter the chapel where the Ark is kept. Time permitting, you may also visit the Church of Arbuta Ensessa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Axum – Hawsein B – D By Road 129 kms / 03 hrs 05 min approx.
After breakfast, Proceed to visit the ruins of Yeha, dating from the 8th to 5th centuries BC, and thought to be the capital of Ethiopian civilization before Axum. Afterwards, make an optional visit to the Debre Damo monastery, where the men sorry No women allowed. must climb up a 15-m rope to enter. Proceed through the state of Tigray, stopping en-route for a visit to the rock-hewn church of Medhane Alem Adi Kesho. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 08: Hawsein – Mekele B – D By Road 104 kms / 01 hrs 56 min approx.
After breakfast, Proceed to visit either Abuna Yemata Guh or Maryam Korkor. Both churches involve an approximate one-hour hike but offer commanding views of the surrounding area. After lunch, continue your visit with the more easily-accessible churches of Abreha we Atsbeha and Chirkos. Afterwards, proceed driving to Mekele. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09: Mekele – Lalibela B – D By Road 290 kms / 05 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, Proceed to embark on a full day of driving to Lalibela. Here you will pass through several small villages, with typical sandstone homes of the Tigray people. Proceed through this rural area for the stunning approach to the home of Ethiopia’s most prized destination – Lalibela. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10: Lalibela B – D
After breakfast, Proceed to start your tour of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, visiting the Northwestern Cluster of churches – Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, Bet Danaghel, Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha entry not permitted for women. After lunch, continue with the Southeastern Cluster of churches – Bet Gabriel-Rufael, Bet Merkorios, Bet Amanual, and Bet Abba Libanos. Finally, you will visit the most famous of all the churches – Bet Giyorgis, constructed in honor of the patron saint of Ethiopia – Saint George. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11: Lalibela – Kombolcha B – D By Road 309 kms / 07 hrs 06 min approx
After breakfast, proceed to visit any remaining sites in the church clusters. Then, proceed driving to Kombolcha via Woldia. On the way you will stop for a rest in Hayk where you can enjoy the views of this stunning lake, visit the local monastery open for men only and enjoy the birdlife. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 12: Kombolcha – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Flight By Flight 367 kms / 07 hrs 02 min approx
Return driving to Addis via Debre Birhan. On the way you pass the Mezezo Escarpment, with a good chance to see the endemic gelada baboons. If today is a Sunday, you can stop in the town of Senbete to visit the lively market including the interesting camel market. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
– 11 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Zege Penninsula, Azuwa Maryam and Ura Kidane Mehret.
– Fasilidas’s Pool and Ras Gimb Palace Museum..
– Simien Mountains, walia ibex and Queen of Sheba’s Bath.
– Ezana’s enscription, King Kaleb’s tomb, King Bazen’s tomb, and the Queen of Sheba’s Palace.
– Abuna Yemata Guh and Maryam Korkor.
– Churches of Lalibela and Bet Abba Libanos.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

Single SupplementUSD 600 PP

PROGRAM – 6
Landscape of Ethiopia | 08 Nights / 09 Days
Addis Ababa – Bahirdar- Gondar- Semien Mts. – Axum – Lalibela

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest opeŶ‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Addis Ababa – Bahirdar B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Bahirdar and after check in drive 32 km southwest of Bahir Dar to the small town of Tiss Abay to visit the Blue Nile Falls. We will walk some distances to the Falls and visit some of the villages around there. In the afternoon we will have a boat excursion in Ethiopia’s largest water body, Lake Tana 3,600 sq km to visit the monasteries of Ura Kidane Mihret and Azwa Mariam which are found on the largest peninsula of the lake.
These monasteries are known for the colorful frescoes of religious scenes, different ancient types of crosses, paintings, murals and an impressive display of illuminated Bibles written in Ge’ez, Ethiopia’s oldest language. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 174 kms / 03 hrs 30 min approx.
After breakfast, proceed to early morning drive to Gondar ‐ Gondar was the first capital city of the Ethiopian empire, which began in 1632 with the reign of King Fasilledes. In Gondar there are dozens of castles built by various emperors over the course of 236 years.
Gondar visit includes the palaces, residences and open air baths of King Fasilledes; World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the monasteries of Qusquom, the church of Debre Berhan Sellassie Light of the Trinity with its 16th century paintings and frescoes, which is located at the summit of a hill and surrounded by fortified walls.

DAY 04: Gondar – Semien Mountain B – D By Road 146 kms / 02 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed in the morning we will visit Beta Israel or the Felasha Mura in the outskirts of Gondar. Continue drive to the Semien Mountains National Park via Debark the gateway to the park and continue driving to reach to Sankaber 3230masl through a beautiful scenery and Ahmara people and villages. The Semien Mountains National Park is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and we will visit its exceptional natural beauty which includes superb scenery, endemic fauna and flora. Among other endemics it is here that the Gelada Baboon bleeding heart Baboon is found. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 05: Semien Mountain – Gondar B – D By Road 146 kms / 02 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed in the morning we will walk around the park and its surroundings and continue drive to Gondar. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Gondar – Lalibela B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Lalibella rock‐ hewn churches of 12th century. The city contains 11 monolithic churches that were built in the 12th century and are carved out of the pink granite rock; they have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We spend the rest of the day visiting fascinating churches within the town and countryside; some are made from the rock and dating back to around the twelfth century. We visit the first and second group of monolithic churches. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Lalibela B – D
After breakfast, proceed in the morning drive to the top of Asheten Mariam Monastery. This is very famous for its 6th‐century monastery church and beautiful view at 10,298 ft above sea level. We will walk/mule ride through dramatic highland scenery and which eventually ends in a beautiful serene agricultural hamlet. In the afternoon drive to Yimrahene Kirstos let Christ Lead us monastery church. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Lalibela – Axum B – D By Flight
Fly to Axum, a holy city of Ethiopia, dating back over 2000 years and the cradle of Ethiopian civilization with the Axumite Kingdom, tour of Axum that includes: Axum stele or obelisks; the largest single pieces of stone standing anywhere on the world World Heritage Site by UNESCO, castles of former monarchs, the Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church, built on the site of Ethiopia’s first church AD, and palace of Sheba and the Gundit stelae field, King Ezana’s inscriptions and the tombs of Kings Kaleb and Gebre Meskel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09: Axum ‐ Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – -By Flight By Flight
Fly to Addis and in the afternoon visit the Merkato Market and Entoto mountains for panoramic view of Addis Ababa. Evening Ethiopian traditional dinner and dance in one of the renowned restaurant of Addis Ababa. This day you will be transferred to onwards destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet & greet on arrival in case of SIC customers.
– 08 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Visit the Blue Nile Falls
– The Semien Mountains National Pa
– Asheten Mariam Monastery
– Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church
– Ethiopian traditional dinner and dance
– Air Ticket from Addis Ababa – Bahirdar, Gondar – Lalibella, Lalibela – Axum and Axum – Addis Ababa.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 7
Omo Valley | 09 Nights / 10 Days
Addis Ababa – Awassa – Arbaminch – Turmi – Jinka – Konso – Lake Langano

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa Addis Ababa – Awassa – – – By Flight By Road 275 kms / 04 hrs 44 min appx.
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport via Butajira. On the way you will visit the archeological sites of Tiya ancient stelae field and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Adadi Maryam a rock-hewn church similar to those in Lalibela and Melka Kunture pre-historic tool-making site. Final destination for the day is Awassa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Awassa – Arbaminch B – D By Road 276 kms / 04 hrs 44 min appx.
After breakfast, Proceed to visit the fish market on the shores of Lake Awassa to see the local fishermen and their catch of the day. Enjoy the abundant bird life, including the impressive maribou storks. Depart from Awassa to Arba Minch. Time permitting, you might visit the Senkele Wildlife Sanctuary, established to protect the endemic Swayne’s hartebeest. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 03: Arbaminch B – D
After breakfast, Proceed to Visit Lake Chamo, which is part of the Nechisar NP. The lake is home to a large crocodile population. We will visit the “crocodile market”, an area of the lake nicknamed as such due to the impressive crocodile population usually found there. Hippos also inhabit the lake and might be spotted. The Dorze people are known for their tall beehive-like houses and their fine cotton weaving. You will visit the village and learn about the daily lives of these industrious people. If today is market day in Dorze village on Monday and Thursday and in nearby Chencha on Tuesday and Saturday, that will be visited. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Arbaminch – Turmi B – D By Road 444 kms / 07 hrs 37 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Turmi via the villages of Konso, home to the Konso people market days Monday & Thursday, Weyto, home to the Tsemai tribe market day Saturday, Key Afar, home to the Benna tribe market day Thursday and Dimeka Hamer & Karo market, Tuesday & Saturday. Finally, proceed to Turmi, home of the Hamer tribe. At night, you might be lucky to see the traditional night dancing of the Hamer people, known as evangadi. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 05: Turmi B – D
After breakfast, proceed to Omorate to visit the Dassenech tribe. Here you will cross the Omo River by local boat and enter a Dassenech village to visit this pastoralist community.Visit a local Hamer village. The Hamer tribe is known to be one of the friendliest tribes in the Omo Valley. Their women are easily recognized by their hair, hung in ringlets formed with mud and butter.If there is Jumping of the Bulls traditional Hamer coming-of-age ceremony, that will be visited. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Turmi‐ Jinka B – D By Road 118 kms / 02 hrs 07 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Jinka, via Dimeka and Key Afar. Tuesdays and Saturdays are market days in Dimeka, which is one of the most colorful markets in the area and is visited by many tribes, including Hamer, Benna and Karo. Thursday is market day in Key Afar, where you will see the Benna and Tsemai tribes trading goods. This is another very popular market in the region. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 07: Jinka B – D
After breakfast, proceed to Mago National Park to a local village of the Mursi tribe. The Mursi women are well known for their lower lip and earlobe plates – the larger the lip plate, the higher the bride price they will get when married. In the afternoon, after returning to Jinka, visit the South Omo Museum & Research Center to learn more about the local tribes. Additionally, take a hike in the surrounding hills to visit a local Ari village and learn how the locals do different tasks, such as blacksmith work and distilling the local gin, known as areki. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Jinka ‐ Konso B – D By Road 301 kms / 04 hrs 53 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to Karat-Konso via Key Afar. Thursday is market day in Key Afar, where you will see the Benna and Tsemai tribes trading goods. This is a very popular market in the region. After the visit, proceed to Konso market days are Mondays and Thursdays. The Konso people are known for their wooden statues, known as wakas, which are erected in honor of dead heroes, as well as their innovative agricultural terracing. Today you will have the opportunity to visit a local village and the cultural museum displaying many waka statues. Time permitting, you can also visit the “natural New York Village”, named after the tall sand formations resembling skyscrapers. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 09: Konso – Lake Langano B – D By Road 290 kms / 05 hrs 10 min appx.
After breakfast, Proceed to On the way you might have time to visit the Senkele Wildlife Sanctuary, which was established to protect the endemic Swayne’s Hartebeest. Continue to Lake Langano for overnight. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 10: Lake Langano – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Road By Flight 154 kms / 03 hrs 10 min appx.
After a morning swim in the lake, depart north to Addis Ababa. On the way, you may visit the Abiatta Shala National Park. Lake Shala, with its deep blue waters is the deepest lake in Ethiopia at 236m. Lake Abiatta is a soda lake at which thousands of flamingos can be seen at various times of the year. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 09 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Air Ticket for Rotorua – Queenstown.
– Adadi Maryam and Melka Kunture.
– Lake Chamo and crocodile market.
– Dassenech tribe, pastoralist community and Key Afar.
– Mago National Park and Senkele Wildlife Sanctuary.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 8
Spirit of Ethiopia | 05 Nights /06 Days
Addis Ababa – Bahirdar – Gondar – Lalibella – Axum – Addis

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest open‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Addis Ababa – Bahirdar B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Bahirdar and after check in drive 32 km southwest of Bahir Dar to the small town of Tiss Abay to visit the Blue Nile Falls. We will walk some distances to the Falls and visit some of the villages around there. In the afternoon we will have a boat excursion in Ethiopia’s largest water body, Lake Tana 3,600 sq km to visit the monasteries of Ura Kidane Mihret and Azwa Mariam which are found on the largest peninsula of the lake.
These monasteries are known for the colorful frescoes of religious scenes, different ancient types of crosses, paintings, murals and an impressive display of illuminated Bibles written in Ge’ez, Ethiopia’s oldest language. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Bahirdar – Gondar B – D By Road 180 Km / 02 hrs 50 min approx
After breakfast, proceed to early morning drive to Gondar ‐ Gondar was the first capital city of the Ethiopian empire, which began in 1632 with the reign of King Fasilledes. In Gondar there are dozens of castles built by various emperors over the course of 236 years.
Gondar visit includes the palaces, residences and open air baths of King Fasilledes; World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the monasteries of Qusquom, the church of Debre Berhan Sellassie Light of the Trinity with its 16th century paintings and frescoes, which is located at the summit of a hill and surrounded by fortified walls. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Gondar – Lalibella B – D By Flight
In the morning fly to Lalibella rock‐ hewn churches of 12th century. The city contains 11 monolithic churches that were built in the 12th century and are carved out of the pink granite rock; they have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We spend the rest of the day visiting fascinating churches within the town and countryside; some are made from the rock and dating back to around the twelfth century. We visit the first and second group of monolithic churches. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Lalibella – Axum B – D By Flight
Fly to Axum, a holy city of Ethiopia, dating back over 2000 years and the cradle of Ethiopian civilization with the Axumite Kingdom, tour of Axum that includes: Axum stele or obelisks; the largest single pieces of stone standing anywhere on the world World Heritage Site by UNESCO, castles of former monarchs, the Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church, built on the site of Ethiopia’s first church AD, and palace of Sheba and the Gundit stelae field, King Ezana’s inscriptions and the tombs of Kings Kaleb and Gebre Meskel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Axum – Addis Depart Addis B – – By Flight By Flight
Fly to Addis and in the afternoon visit the Merkato Market and Entoto mountains for panoramic view of Addis Ababa. Evening Ethiopian traditional dinner and dance in one of the renowned restaurant of Addis Ababa. This day you will be transferred to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 05 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Ethnological Museum
– Visit the Blue Nile Falls
– Boat excursion in Ethiopia’s
– Axum Museum and Mariam tsion Church
– Air Ticket from Addis Ababa – Bahirdar, Gondar – Lalibella, Lalibela – Axum and Axum – Addis Ababa..
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 9
Visit Addis Ababa | 02 Nights / 03 Days
Addis Ababa

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel. Visit to Harar. Time permitting, you can visit the lively market at Kefira and the chat market, where the moderately-narcotic leaf is sold, on the way.Today is a full day discovering the treasures hidden in the narrow alleyways of the walled city of Harar, with its colorful markets, countless mosques and shrines and unique Harari people and homes.

Sites to visit include the House of Rimbaud, Ras Tafari’s House, Ras Mekonnen’s Palace, the Harari National Cultural Center, and the tomb of Emir Nur, who built the famous Jugol, as the wall is known locally. At night, visit the hyena man, who feeds the hyenas every night just outside the walls of Harar. This tradition was started long ago to prevent these wild hyenas from hunting for food in the town. Guests are welcome, and encouraged, to feed the hyenas themselves.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Addis Ababa B – D
After breakfast, Proceed to Babile and the Valley of Marvels. The Valley of Marvels has wonderful landscapes, famous for its balancing rock formations. The town of Babile has a very large market on Saturdays and a camel market on Mondays and Thursdays. In the afternoon, visit the village of Koremi.

Set on a clifftop, this is the largest village of the Argoba people, who arrived to this region in the 12th century. The stone houses are what used to be in the entire region before modern day.
Overnight at lodge.

DAY 03: Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Flight
Departure transfer to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 02 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– lively market at Kefira and The chat market.
– House of Rimbaud, Ras Tafari’s House and Ras Mekonnen’s Palace.
– Valley of Marvels and village of Koremi.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 10
The Best of Rift Valley Lakes | 04 Nights / 05 Days
Addis Ababa - Langano – Arbaminch – Awassa – Addis Ababa

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa – – – By Flight
Arrival at Addis Ababa airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Today we will have full day sightseeing tour of the capital which includes the Ethnological Museum in the former palace of King Hailesillassie, the National Archaeological Museum, the superb Holy Trinity Cathedral, the various historical monuments of Addis Ababa; and Merkato largest open‐air market in Africa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Addis Ababa – Langano B – D By Road 198 Kms / 04 hrs appx.
After breakfast, proceed to in the morning drive to Langano. En route we stop at Lake Ziway for some bird watching and for the Lake. Continue to Langano and Shala-Abiata National Park. These twin lakes offer great scenery and abundant birdlife. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 03: Langano – Arbaminch B – D By Road 306 Kms / 05 hrs 30 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to we drive through one of the most colorful and scenic areas of Southern Ethiopia, a land that is inhabited by the people of the Sidamo, the Alaba, who were once nomads but are now farmers. A long section of the road offers magnificent views of Lake Abaya, surrounded by mountains. The lake has volcanic origins and is almost pink in color. Today we visit the Dorze village, one of the many small group of tribes in southern Ethiopia. Once warriors, the Dorze are now turned to farming and weaving to earn a living. Overnight at lodge.

DAY 04: Arbaminch – Awassa B – D By Road 276 Kms / 04 hrs 30 min appx.
After breakfast, proceed to we will have a boat excursion on Lake Chamo to the “Crocodiles Market”, where large numbers of Crocodile some up to 6 meters long gathers to sunbath and the Hippos pool. In the afternoon we will driver to Awassa for overnight. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Awassa – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – D By Road By Flight 276 Kms / 04 hrs 30 min appx.
Drive to Addis Ababa and visit the shopping centers. This day you will be transferred to the onwards destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 04 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Ethnological Museum
– Boat excursion on Lake Chamo to the “Crocodiles Market”
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels

PROGRAM – 11
The Ethiopian Route | 05 Nights / 06 Days
Addis Ababa – Bahirdar – Gondar – Axum – Lalibella 

DAY 01: Arrive Addis Ababa Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar – – – By Flight By Flight
Arrival at airport in Addis Ababa. Domestic flight Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar. Meet-and-greet at Bahir Dar airport. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit a selection of the monasteries hidden on the islands and shores of this sacred lake. Visit the Zege Penninsula and the monasteries of Azuwa Maryam and Ura Kidane Mehret as well as the outlet of the Blue Nile River, where hippos can sometimes be seen. Drive out to the Blue Nile Falls for a short hike in the area. The water levels in the falls can vary depending on the season and per use of the local power station. The walk is a pleasant one, where you are sure to get a look into the lives of the local residents. You will cross the Blue Nile River by boat. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Bahir Dar – Gondar B – D By Road 174 Km / 03 hrs 02 min appx.
After breakfast, Proceed to Gondar will take you through rural villages, offering wonderful insight into the Amhara culture. Explore the sites of Gondar, including a visit to the Royal Enclosure, with six castles and several other buildings. Additionally, visit Fasilidas’s Pool, still used for Timket celebrations today, Ras Gimb Palace Museum and the Debre Birhan Selassie church, with the most famous ceiling in Ethiopia. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Gondar – Axum B – D By Road 06 Km / 18 min appx.
After Breakfast, Proceed to Axum. Today will be a full day visiting the sites of Axum, including the famous obelisks one that was recently erected after being returned from Italy and the archeological museum, the Queen of Sheba’s Bath which supplies water to Axum year-round, Ezana’s enscription, King Kaleb’s tomb, King Bazen’s tomb, and the Queen of Sheba’s Palace. You will also visit the St. Mary of Zion church, where the Ark of the Covenant is kept. Men only are allowed to visit the old church. Unfortunately, no one except one specially chosen guardian monk is allowed to enter the chapel where the Ark is kept. Time permitting, you may also visit the Church of Arbuta Ensessa. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Axum – Lalibela B – D By Flight
After Breakfast, Proceed to Visit the Northwestern Cluster of churches – Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, Bet Danaghel, Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha entry not permitted for women. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Lalibella B – D
After Breakfast, Proceed to Visit the church of Yimrehane Kristos, about 45km from Lalibela town. This is the most popular church in the surrounding region. Created in the late-Axumite style, this church is set in the entrance to a cave with a skeleton graveyard in the back of devout pilgrims who visited this church. Visit the Southeastern Cluster of churches – Bet Gabriel-Rufael, Bet Merkorios, Bet Amanual, and Bet Abba Libanos. Finally, you will visit the most famous of all the churches – Bet Giyorgis, constructed in honor of the patron saint of Ethiopia – Saint George. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Lalibella – Addis Ababa Depart Addis Ababa B – – By Flight By Flight
Departure transfer to onward destination.

Tour Ends

Includes
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 05 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily cooked breakfast in Hotel’s restaurant, in case of no restaurant at hotel/ motel, Continental breakfast will be served in your room a day prior.
– Sightseeing & entrances fees as per itinerary.
– Zege Penninsula and Monasteries of Azuwa Maryam.
– Fasilidas’s Pool and Ras Gimb Palace Museum.
– Northwestern Cluster of churches.
– Southeastern Cluster of churches.All taxes.
– Air Ticket from Axum – Lalibela.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by AC transport.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Air Ticket: Bechar – Algiers.
– Medical Aid.
– Tips.
– Travel Insurance.
– Visa If any.

Hotels