The Historic route of Ethiopia covers all the sightseeings in the northern part of the country. Here, you'll visit one of the 14th century monastery at Lake Tana, the largest waterfall, Blue Nile Falls, the 17th century castle enclosures at Gondar, the famous 13th century rock hewn churches of Lalibela, the giant one piece stele in Axum and different stone masonery works,traditional ethiopian houses on your way, and most of all you'll enjoy the landscape on your way including the Simien Mountains (world heritage) and many other places.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa; welcomed by representative of Priceless Ethiopia Tours; be transferred to your hotel. Overnight Holiday Hotel.
Day 2: Drive to Debre Markos; en route visit the 13th century Debre Libanos monastery, the Portuguese bridge, and the Blue Nile Gorge, which is similar to the Grand canyons of America. Overnight Shebel Hotel.
Day 3: Debre Markos - Bahir Dar. Drive to Bahir Dar and on your way visit one traditional Amhara house. In the afternoon, city tour of the town. Overnight Blue Nile Hotel (2 nights).
Day 4: Bahir Dar. Have a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit one of the 14th century island monasteries. In the afternoon, drive to the Blue Nile Falls, 32 km south of the town and drive back. Overnight Blue Nile Hotel.
Day 5: Bahir Dar - Gondar. Drive to Gondar and visit the medieval castles enclosure (world heritage site), Debre Berhane Sellassie church renown in its ceiling paintings. Overnight Fogera Hotel.
Day 6: Gondar - Axum. Drive to Axum the ancient city of Ethiopia, passing and enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Semien Mountains National Park (world heritage site), and visiting the Felasha Village. Overnight The Ark Hotel (2 nights).
Day 7: Full day visit of Axum to the obelisks, the archeological museum for its prehistoric and historic relics, the 6th century tombs of king Kaleb and his son Gebremeskal, palace of queen Sheba, St. Mary of Zion church, where the original Ark of the Covenant resides. Overnight The Ark Hotel/ Africa hotel.
Day 8: Drive to Mekele, on your way visit Yeha Temple (500B.C.), the first known town in Ethiopian history and the rock hewn churches of Tigray. Overnight Atse Yohanes Hotel or similar.
Day 9: Mekele - Lalibela. Drive to Lalibela, enjoying the landscape on your way. Overnight Lal Hotel (3 nights).
Day 10: Lalibela. Visit to the rock hewn churches of Lalibela (world heritage site). Overnight Lal Hotel.
Day 11: Lalibela. In the morning, mule ride to visit Asheten Mariam church (2 hours ride per way). In the afternoon, have free time to relax by yourself. Overnight Lal Hotel.
Day 12: Lalibela - Dessie. Drive to Dessie and visit the island monastery on Lake Haik. Overnight Fasika Hotel.
Day 13: Dessie - Addis Ababa. Drive back to Addis Ababa. Overnight Holiday hotel.
Day 14: Departure. Transfer to the airport for your final departure.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Tour costs are subject to change depending on the current market.
Price Includes:
- All ground transportation by 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- Fuel expense and Driver's allowances
- Transfer in and out in Addis Ababa
- Boat rent on Lake Tana and the Blue Nile
- Hotel accommodation for 13 nights
- Breakfast and lunch throughout the trip
- Mineral water and refreshments each day
- Mule and mule tiers for Asheten trip
- Professional English speaking Guide all the way
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Government tax.
Also see tour packages in:
Africa
Ethiopia
Local Culture
Cultural Journey
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