6-Day Ethiopia Historic Route & Danakil Tour

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

Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar

Fly from Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar in the morning. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax briefly before starting sightseeing activities. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit ancient island monasteries with beautiful religious paintings and long history. Later, continue to the Blue Nile Falls, one of Ethiopia’s most famous natural attractions, where you can enjoy walking around the scenic area and take photos. Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Jacaranda Hotel Bahir Dar

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Bahir Dar – Gondar

After breakfast, drive from Bahir Dar to Gondar, a journey through beautiful highland landscapes and rural villages. Upon arrival, visit the Royal Enclosure, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ancient castles and royal buildings from the Ethiopian Empire. Continue to Debre Birhan Selassie Church, famous for its well-preserved wall and ceiling paintings of angels. Enjoy a relaxed evening in Gondar and prepare for the next day’s journey. Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

Goha Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gondar – Lalibel

Ovake a morning flight from Gondar to Lalibela, one of the most important religious and historical sites in Ethiopia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin exploring the first group of rock-hewn churches, carved directly into solid volcanic rock. These UNESCO-listed churches are connected by tunnels and passageways and are still active places of worship. Learn about their history and spiritual importance from your guide. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Cliff Edge Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lalibela – Addis Ababa – Semera

In the morning, continue visiting the second group of Lalibela rock-hewn churches, exploring their unique architecture and spiritual atmosphere. Later, fly back to Addis Ababa and connect to a flight to Semera, the gateway to the Danakil Depression. Upon arrival, meet your local team and prepare for the desert expedition. Semera is a small desert town where travelers rest before entering the extreme landscapes of Danakil. Overnight in Semera.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Erta Ale Motel

• Budget hotel located in Semera (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Semera – Erta Ale Volcano

After an early breakfast, drive deep into the Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth. Travel through volcanic landscapes, salt plains, and desert scenery. In the evening, start trekking to Erta Ale volcano with local guides and camels for support. Arrive at the crater rim and witness the incredible active lava lake glowing at night. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Overnight camping near the volcano.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Dallol – Semera – Addis Ababa

Early morning visit Dallol, famous for its colorful geothermal formations, acid pools, salt mountains, and camel caravans. Explore the surreal landscapes of the Danakil Depression before driving back to Semera. From Semera, take a flight back to Addis Ababa, where the tour ends upon arrival or transfer to your hotel or airport. End of the journey.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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