8-Day Lalibela and Omo Valley Tour

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Arrive at Bole International Airport and meet your guide. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a short city tour including Meskel Square, the National Museum (home to the fossil Lucy), or the panoramic views from Mount Entoto. In the evening, savor a traditional Ethiopian dinner and coffee ceremony before overnighting in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Haile Grand Addis Ababa Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Addis Ababa – Lalibela (Rock-Hewn Churches)

Morning flight to Lalibela, Ethiopia’s “New Jerusalem.” Explore the northern cluster of UNESCO-listed rock-hewn churches, including Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Meskel. After lunch, continue to the southern cluster, where you’ll discover Bete Gabriel-Rufael, Bete Abba Libanos, and the famous monolithic Bete Giyorgis. Overnight stay in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Lalibela Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lalibela (Excursions)

Spend another day in Lalibela exploring nearby sites. Visit the semi-monolithic Yemrehanna Kristos Church, an exquisite cave church built in the Aksumite style, nestled in a forested setting. Continue to Nakuto Le’ab Monastery, known for its sacred spring. Return to Lalibela in the afternoon for free time to stroll through town, interact with locals, or revisit a favorite church. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Lalibela Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lalibela – Addis Ababa – Arba Minch

Fly back to Addis Ababa, then drive south along the Great Rift Valley, with scenic stops at Lake Ziway, renowned for birdlife. Continue to Arba Minch, visiting Dorze village en route, where the people are famed for weaving and unique beehive-shaped huts. Learn about their culture and traditions before settling into your lodge with beautiful views over Lake Chamo. Overnight in Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Emerald Resort Arbaminch

• Mid-range resort located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arba Minch – Turmi

Enjoy a morning boat trip on Lake Chamo to see hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Then drive to Konso, a UNESCO-recognized cultural site where you’ll explore terraced fields, wooden statues, and local traditions. After lunch, continue your journey to Turmi, the heart of the Hamar tribe. If time allows, visit a local market or witness a cultural performance. Overnight stay in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi (Hamar People)

Immerse yourself in the Hamar culture, known for elaborate hairstyles, body adornments, and ceremonies. Visit a bustling tribal market where Hamar and neighboring groups gather. If seasonal timing aligns, witness the bull-jumping ceremony, a rite of passage for young men. This day offers rich cultural interactions and unique photography opportunities. Overnight in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Jinka (via Karo Villages)

Travel along the Omo River to visit the Karo people, renowned for body painting and symbolic scarification. Their riverside villages offer sweeping views and fascinating encounters. Continue to Jinka, stopping at Ari villages to see their pottery and farming traditions. Arrive in Jinka by evening and check into your hotel. Overnight in Jinka.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Eco Omo Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Jinka – Addis Ababa – Departure

Take a morning excursion into Mago National Park to meet the Mursi tribe, known for lip plates and body decoration. Return to Jinka for your flight back to Addis Ababa. Depending on your international departure schedule, enjoy shopping at Shiro Meda or visit Holy Trinity Cathedral. In the evening, join a farewell dinner with cultural dances before your airport transfer.

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.