11-Day Visit Historic North & Eastern Ethiopia

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you may explore notable city sites such as the National Museum, Mount Entoto, or the bustling Merkato—one of Africa’s largest open-air markets.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

• 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 Dire Dawa & Visit Harar

Fly to Dire Dawa & Visit Harar
Take a morning flight to Dire Dawa. Upon arrival, drive to the ancient fortified city of Harar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Spend the day exploring Harar’s colorful alleyways, centuries-old shrines, traditional homes, and lively local markets.
Overnight: Harar.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Ferej Hotel

• Budget located in Harar (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Exploration of Harar & Hyena Feeding

After breakfast, enjoy a full day discovering Harar’s treasures, including:
The Jegol city walls
Rimbaud House Museum
Harari cultural houses
Local coffee roasteries and markets
In the evening, witness the Hyena Feeding Ceremony, a fascinating cultural tradition unique to Harar.
Overnight: Harar.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Ferej Hotel

• Budget located in Harar (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Camel Market & Fly Back to Addis Ababa

Start your morning with a visit to the vibrant Babille Camel Market, where traders and pastoralists gather for lively livestock exchanges.
Have your lunch in one of the famous restaurants in harar. Later, return to Dire Dawa for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Lalibela & Visit the First Cluster of Rock-Hewn Churches

Fly to Lalibela, home to the world-renowned 12th-century rock-hewn churches.
Begin your tour with the first group of churches, including Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Meskel—astonishing works carved directly into the earth.
Overnight: Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Remaining Lalibela Churches & Fly to Gonder

Continue your exploration by visiting the second cluster, including the iconic Bete Giyorgis (St. George)—distinctive for its cross-shaped design.
In the afternoon, fly to Gonder, known as the “Camelot of Africa.”
Upon arrival, visit:
Fasil Ghebbi (Royal Enclosure) with its medieval castles
Debre Birhan Selassie Church, famous for its angel-filled ceiling murals

Overnight: Gonder.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

HaZ Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Gonder to the Simien Mountains

This morning, drive to the Simien Mountains National Park, a UNESCO site famed for dramatic cliffs, sweeping highland vistas, and unique wildlife such as gelada baboons and walia ibex.
Settle into your campsite and enjoy the serenity of the highlands.
Overnight: Camping (Simien Mountains).

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada Monkey Abundant

Walia Ibex Occasional

Ethiopian Wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden Jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Exploration of the Simien Mountains

Spend a full day trekking or driving through the magnificent landscapes of the Simien Mountains.
Admire breathtaking viewpoints, dramatic gorges, and diverse wildlife. Your guide will tailor the day’s route based on your interests and fitness level.
Overnight: Camping (Simien Mountains).

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Visit & Return Drive to Gonder

Morning Visit & Return Drive to Gonder

At the morning after breakfast, Enjoy a final morning walk or scenic viewpoint visit in the Simien Mountains before driving back to Gonder in the afternoon.
Relax at your hotel after several days of exploration.
Overnight: Gonder.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

HaZ Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 2-3hr drive from Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive to Bahir Dar & Visit Lake Tana Monasteries

Drive to Bahir Dar, a peaceful city located on the shores of Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile.
Take a boat trip on the lake to visit some of its ancient island monasteries, known for traditional murals and historic manuscripts.
Overnight: Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Lake Avenue Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Blue Nile Waterfall & Fly Back to Addis Ababa

Blue Nile Waterfall & Fly Back to Addis Ababa

In the morning after breakfast, visit the impressive Blue Nile Waterfall (Tis Issat) — one of Ethiopia’s most iconic natural attractions. It's 1 hour drive from bahir dar.
Later, fly back to Addis Ababa. Depending on your departure time, enjoy farewell shopping or a cultural dinner.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.