7-Day Addis Ababa & Northern Ethiopia Tour

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

Arrival & Addis Ababa City Tour

Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Begin your exploration of Addis Ababa with a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia, home of the famous fossil Lucy. Continue to Merkato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets, then visit Holy Trinity Cathedral. In the afternoon, drive up to Mount Entoto for panoramic city views. End the day with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and cultural dinner. Overnight in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Caravan 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 Bahir Dar & Lake Tana Monasteries

Take a morning flight to Bahir Dar and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile. Visit historic monasteries including Ura Kidane Mehret Monastery, known for its colorful murals, and Betre Mariam Monastery. Relax in the lakeside atmosphere in the evening. Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bahir Dar

• Luxury hotel located in Bahir Dar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive to Gondar

After breakfast, drive through scenic countryside to Gondar, the former imperial capital. Visit the famous Fasil Ghebbi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring castles and palaces built in the 17th century. Explore royal baths and historic architecture that reflect Ethiopia’s rich imperial history. Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

Goha Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Simien Mountains National Park

Drive to Simien Mountains National Park, one of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes. Enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery, deep valleys, and dramatic cliffs. Spot endemic wildlife such as Gelada baboons and the Ethiopian wolf. After exploring and short hikes, return to Gondar in the afternoon. Overnight in Gondar.

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:

Simien Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Simien Mountains NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Lalibela & Rock-Hewn Churches

Fly to Lalibela, famous for its rock-hewn churches. After hotel check-in and lunch, visit the first group of these UNESCO-listed churches carved from solid rock in the 12th century. Discover their architectural brilliance and spiritual significance. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Hill Top Lodge Lalibela

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Lalibela

After breakfast, continue exploring Lalibela’s remarkable churches, including the iconic Church of Saint George (Bete Giyorgis), known for its unique cross-shaped design. Learn about the religious traditions and local culture. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and relax in the peaceful surroundings. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Hill Top Lodge Lalibela

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Addis Ababa & Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. In the afternoon, enjoy last-minute shopping or relaxation before a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant. Later, transfer to the airport for your international departure.

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.