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6-Day Historical & Cultural Ethiopia Trip

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Overview

Take a trip back in time as you explore the country's most amazing sites on an Ethiopia trip. Peak into traditional cultures and walk through time as you see the most amazing example of one of the oldest civilisations on Earth.

Starting from the thriving capital Addis, you'll go back thousands of years as you explore the Blue Nile Falls and Lake Tana, the rock-hewn churches of Lalibella and the ancient city of Aksum. With the help of an expert guide, you'll learn about the details of astonishingly well-preserved fragments of history as you hop between the cities and towns of Ethiopia's north.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Addis Ababa and City Tour

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Arrival in Addis Ababa and City Tour

You will arrive in Addis and be taken to check-in before you head out for a brief introduction to this vibrant city. Starting with a panoramic view from Mount Entoto, your guide will take you to the national museum to learn a little more about Ethiopia's history before you finish the day at the local market for a taste of life in Addis. This is a fun and informative way to start your Ethiopia trip.

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    Accommodation

    Jupiter International Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Mount Entoto

    National Museum of Ethiopia

    Addis Mercato

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Addis Ababa Airport to Jupiter International Hotel, Cazanchise

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    Destinations

    Addis Ababa

    Oromia

Day 2

Fly to Bahirdar Then Visit Blue Nile Falls & Boat Trip on Lake Tana

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Fly to Bahirdar Then Visit Blue Nile Falls & Boat Trip on Lake Tana

This morning, you will fly to Bahirdar and be transferred to your hotel. On the way to your hotel, you'll visit the spectacular Blue Nile Falls, Africa's second "great smoke", and one of Ethiopia most well-known sights. Later, you will take a boat ride on Lake Tana which holds 50% of Ethiopia's freshwater. You'll visit the ancient 14th-century island monasteries before returning to relax at your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Kuriftu Resort and Spa5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Blue Nile Falls

    Lake Tana

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    Restaurants

    Kuriftu Resort and SpaRequest to Book

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Jupiter International Hotel, Cazanchise to Addis Ababa Airport

    Plane from Addis Ababa Airport to Dechu maraRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Dechu mara to Kuriftu Resort & Spa Debre Zeyit

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Addis Ababa

    Amhara

    Bahir Dar

    West Gojam

Day 3

Drive to Gonder and City Tour

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Drive to Gonder and City Tour

This morning, we leave for Gondar. When you arrive, you'll go on a city tour to learn a little more about it. Start the tour at Debre Berhan Selassie Church, known for its outstanding wall art. You'll stop at the Royal Enclosure and bath of King Fasilides. During Timkat, the Epiphany celebration that marks the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, people gather here for a procession followed by singing and dancing.

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    Accommodation

    Goha Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Debre Birhan Selassie Church

    Fasil Ghebbi

    Fasilides' Bath

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Blue Nile Falls to Gondar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bahir Dar

    North Gondar

    Gondar

Day 4

Fly to Lalibella and Tour the Rock-Hewn Churches

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Fly to Lalibella and Tour the Rock-Hewn Churches

This morning you will fly to Lalibella, Ethiopia's most famous town, packed to the brim with churches. Today, you will tour around the first group of Lalibella's churches that dip deep into the ground with their rock-hewn splendour. Each of the churches has its own characteristics, some are free-standing while others connect to each other or are connected to caves. You'll be able to walk around certain parts that are safe.

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    Accommodation

    Tukul Village3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bete Abba Libanos

    Bete Amanuel

    Bete Abba Libanos

    Bete Golgotha-Selassie and Mikael

    Bete Medhane Alem

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Goha Hotel to Gondar Atse Tewodros Airport

    Plane from Gondar to LalibelaRequest to Book

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    North Gondar

    Lalibela

    North Wello

Day 5

Fly to Aksum

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Fly to Aksum

This morning, you'll fly once more, this time to Aksum. After checking into your hotel, you will spend the day visiting the ancient city of Axum. This city is the birthplace of Ethiopian civilisation and the last resting place of the Holy Ark of the Covenant which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Interestingly, this is also where the name Ethiopia was first used as early as the 4th century.

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    Accommodation

    Sabean International Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ancient City of Aksum

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    Restaurants

    Sabean International HotelOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tukul Village Hotel to Lalibela Airport

    Plane from Lalibela Airport to Aksum AirportRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Aksum Airport to Sabean International Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Lalibela

    Central Tigray

    Aksum

Day 6

Fly back to Addis Ababa

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Fly back to Addis Ababa

Today you will fly back to Addis Ababa and final departure as your Ethiopia trip comes to an end.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sabean International Hotel to Aksum Airport

    Plane from Aksum Airport to BoleRequest to Book

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Central Tigray

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 14 activities
  • 5 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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