10-Day Cultural & Natural Highlights of Northern Ethiopia

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa |City Tour

Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional team and transferred to your hotel. After a short rest, begin exploring Ethiopia’s vibrant capital city.
Depending on arrival time, visits may include the National Museum (home to the famous fossil Lucy), the Ethnological Museum located in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie, and the Holy Trinity Cathedral. If time permits, enjoy a panoramic view of the city from Mount Entoto or explore local markets for an introduction to daily Ethiopian life.
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 Lalibela | Rock-Hewn Churches Tour

Take a morning flight to Lalibela, Ethiopia’s spiritual heart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, begin exploring the first group of the famous 12th-century rock-hewn churches, carved entirely from solid volcanic rock. Highlights include Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Golgotha-Mikael.
In the afternoon, visit the iconic Bete Giorgis (St. George’s Church), shaped like a perfect cross and considered the masterpiece of Lalibela.
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)

Rural Farming Experience & Traditional Coffee Ceremony

Today offers an authentic cultural immersion. Visit nearby rural villages and farmlands, where you will learn about traditional Ethiopian agriculture, seasonal crops, and rural livelihoods. Interact with local farmers and gain insight into age-old farming techniques still practiced today.
Later, participate in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a deeply rooted cultural ritual symbolizing hospitality and community. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee beans, local snacks, and cultural storytelling.
Overnight: Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Asheton Maryam & Remaining Lalibela Churches

In the morning, enjoy a gentle trek or mule-assisted journey to Asheton Maryam Monastery, located on a mountain overlooking Lalibela. This ancient monastery offers breathtaking views and a deeper spiritual experience.
In the afternoon, continue exploring the remaining churches, including the eastern church cluster such as Bete Amanueland Bete Abba Libanos, showcasing advanced medieval engineering and religious symbolism.
Overnight: Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Gondar | Royal Enclosure Tour

Fly from Lalibela to Gondar, once the capital of the Ethiopian Empire. Visit the impressive Fasil Ghebbi (Royal Enclosure), a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring castles and palaces built in the 17th century.
Continue to Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famous for its beautifully painted ceiling adorned with angel faces and vibrant biblical murals.
Overnight: Gondar.

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 to Simien Mountains National Park | Scenic Highlands

After breakfast, drive north to Simien Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for dramatic escarpments and endemic wildlife. En route, enjoy spectacular landscapes, deep valleys, and rural highland villages.
Arrive at the park and set up camp surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. Short walks may be arranged to spot Gelada baboons and enjoy sunset views.
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)

Exploration of Simien Mountains

Spend a full day exploring the Simien Mountains, often called the “Roof of Africa.” Enjoy guided walks along panoramic viewpoints such as Imet Gogo or nearby escarpments, offering stunning views over deep gorges.
Wildlife sightings may include Gelada baboons, Walia ibex (endemic to Ethiopia), and various bird species. The day is paced according to comfort, with no strenuous trekking required unless desired.
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 to Gondar

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning walk or wildlife viewing in the Simien Mountains. Then drive back to Gondar, stopping for scenic viewpoints and photography along the way.
The afternoon is free to relax or explore Gondar town at leisure.
Overnight: Gondar.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

HaZ Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive Gondar to Bahir Dar | Lake Tana Monasteries

Drive to Bahir Dar, passing through fertile countryside and rural villages. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile.
Visit one or two historic island or peninsula monasteries, such as Ura Kidane Mehret, known for its vibrant religious paintings and ancient manuscripts.
Overnight: Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Lake Tana

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 Falls | Fly Back to Addis Ababa & Departure

In the morning, visit the majestic Blue Nile Falls (Tis Issat), especially impressive during high water seasons. Enjoy short walks and scenic viewpoints.
Later, transfer to Bahir Dar airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa, where you will connect with your international departure.
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Main Destination:

Blue Nile Falls (Highlight)

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.