7-Day 7-Day Lalibela & Danakil Depression Adventure

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Addis Ababa City Tour

Experience the lively spirit of Addis Ababa — home to Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, where color, culture, and commerce come alive. Explore the National Museum, home to Lucy, the 3.2-million-year-old fossil that tells the story of humankind’s origins. Visit the historic St. George’s Cathedral, an architectural gem steeped in Ethiopia’s rich heritage. Conclude your day atop Mount Entoto, where sweeping views of the city meet fascinating insights into Ethiopia’s royal past.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Capital Hotel & Spa

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly to visit Lalibela rock hewn churches

Journey to Lalibela, the sacred city carved from living rock and revered as the New Jerusalem. Explore the first cluster of rock-hewn churches, including the grand Bete Medhane Alem and the mysterious Tomb of Adam. Cross the symbolic Jordan River, which separates the church complexes, and immerse yourself in centuries-old Christian heritage — a masterpiece of devotion, all hewn from a single block of stone.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Maribela Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hike to Asheton Maryam Monastry

Asheton Maryam Hike & Second Cluster Churches
Hike early morning to Asheton Maryam Church for spectacular mountain views and local encounters. After lunch, visit the second cluster of churches, including Bete Emanuel and Mount Tabor complex—masterpieces of medieval devotion and architecture Over night Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Maribela Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive Semera Erta Ale

Drive to Erta Ale Volcano (Semera–Erta Ale)
Begin your adventure into the Danakil Depression. Drive through Afar desert landscapes to reach Erta Ale, one of the world’s few active lava lakes. Trek about 40 minutes to the crater at sunset and camp nearby under a dazzling desert sky.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Dallol & Lake Asale

Watch the sunrise over Erta Ale before heading to Dallol, Earth’s lowest and hottest point. Marvel at colorful mineral springs, salt mountains, and camel caravans by chance. Visit Lake Asale for a natural salt pool swim and enjoy a stunning desert sunset.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Visit Lake Afdera Drvie Back to Semera

Set out early for Lake Afdera, a stunning salt lake shimmering amid the vast Afar desert. Take time to relax and swim in its warm, mineral-rich waters, a soothing reward after the morning’s journey. After lunch, continue toward Semera, the capital of the Afar region, where you can unwind after your desert adventure — perhaps catching sight of the majestic desert lion, a powerful symbol of Ethiopia’s wild beauty.

Main Destination:

Semera (Town)

Accommodation:

Kuriftu Afar Semera Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Semera (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly Back to Addis Ababa

Fly back to Addis Ababa and enjoy some free time to browse local craft shops, visit historic monuments, or simply relax in one of the city’s vibrant cafés. As evening falls, experience Ethiopia’s famous coffee ceremony, a warm symbol of hospitality and tradition. Conclude your unforgettable journey through Ethiopia’s sacred highlands and surreal deserts with a delightful farewell dinner, celebrating the memories and friendships made along the way.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.