5-Day Historic North Ethiopia Tour

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

Addis Ababa – Axum

Fly from Addis Ababa to Axum, the cradle of Ethiopian civilization and home to the ancient Obelisks of Axum, the Queen of Sheba’s Palace, and St. Mary of Zion Church, believed to house the Ark of the Covenant. Explore royal tombs, inscriptions, and Axum’s old town steeped in myth and history. Overnight in Axum.

Main Destination:

Axum (City)

Accommodation:

Brana Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Axum (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Axum – Lalibela

Morning flight to Lalibela, famous for its monolithic rock-hewn churches carved directly into the stone over 800 years ago. Visit the awe-inspiring Bet Giyorgis (St. George’s Church) and other spiritual masterpieces that make Lalibela one of the most sacred destinations in Africa. Enjoy an evening of traditional food and culture. Overnight in Lalibela.

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)
• Drinks not included

Lalibela – Gondar

After exploring the second cluster of churches in Lalibela, fly to Gondar, Ethiopia’s royal capital of the 17th century. Discover the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi), Fasiledes Bath, and the iconic Debre Berhan Selassie Church with its angel-filled ceiling. Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

Gondar Hills Resort

• Mid-range resort located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Gondar – Bahir Dar

Travel by road to Bahir Dar, a lakeside city on the shores of Lake Tana. After lunch, take a scenic hike to the spectacular Blue Nile Falls (Tis Issat). On the return, enjoy Bahir Dar’s colorful local market and sunset views over the lake. 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:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Bahir Dar – Addis Ababa

Begin the day with a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit ancient island monasteries such as Ura Kidane Mehret, famed for its vivid religious murals. Return to Bahir Dar for lunch before your afternoon flight to Addis Ababa, concluding your unforgettable Northern Ethiopia tour.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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