9-Day Tour to Northern Ethiopia

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

Arrive to Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa
Upon landing at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, our guide and driver's we will be waiting at Bole international airport to give you a warm welcome to the beautiful country before heading to the Addis Ababa hotel for our first night.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Hotel Lobelia

• 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)

Addis Ababa - Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela

Addis Ababa - Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
We will begin the day with a hearty breakfast before heading back to the airport to catch our flight to Lalibela.
During our visit, we will explore several sacred churches such as Biete Medhane Alem, Biete Maryam, and Biete Meskel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lalibela - Yemrehana Krestos

Lalibela - Yemrehana Krestos - Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
We will start the day with the most important meal before heading towards Yemrehana Krestos. We will visit Biete Gabriel-Rufael, Biete Merkorios, Biete Amanual, and Biete Abba Libanos.
Finally, we will visit the most well-known of all the churches, Biete Giyorgis. This enormous monolith temple was shaped like a cross to honour the country's patron saint, St. George.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Visit Lalibela and trek to Asheton Maryam Monastery

Lalibela - Asheton St. Maryam Monastery - Lalibela
After breakfast, we will begin with a 2-hour hike to reach the Asheton St. Maryam Monastery. Then, we will continue the hike for another 1.5 hours to reach the Hudad Lalibela Eco-Lodge, where you can enjoy a breathtaking 360º panoramic view.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly Lalibela to Gondar

Morning:
Take an early flight from Lalibela to Gondar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Afternoon:
Relax and explore Gondar at your leisure. You may visit local markets or enjoy a short walk to acclimate to the city's charming environment.
Evening:
Overnight at a hotel in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

Ag Hotel

• Mid-range hotel

Meals & Drinks:

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

Visit Gondar – Castles and Debre birhan Selassie

Morning:
Tour the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring 17th-century castles, including Emperor Fasilides’ castle.
Visit the Bath of Fasilides, used for Epiphany (Timkat) celebrations.
Afternoon:
Explore Debre Berhan Selassie Church, renowned for its stunning Ethiopian Orthodox murals, particularly the angelic faces adorning the ceiling.
Evening:
Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

Ag Hotel

• Mid-range hotel

Meals & Drinks:

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

Simien Mountains National Park

Morning:
Drive to Simien Mountains National Park (approx. 2 hours).
Enjoy breathtaking landscapes with dramatic peaks, deep valleys, and expansive views.
Activities:
Short guided hikes, spotting wildlife such as the endemic Gelada baboons, Walia ibex, and various bird species.
Visit key viewpoints like Chenek and Buyit Ras.
Afternoon:
Have a picnic lunch amidst the natural scenery before returning to Gondar in the late afternoon.
Evening:
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:

Ag Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive Gondar to Bahir Dar

Morning:
Begin your drive to Bahir Dar (approx. 3–4 hours). Enjoy scenic stops along the way.
Afternoon:
Upon arrival in Bahir Dar, visit the town or walk along the shores of Lake Tana for a relaxing break.
Optional Activity:
Take a sunset boat ride on Lake Tana, Ethiopia’s largest lake.
Evening:
Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Lake Avenue Hotel

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Bahir Dar and Fly to Addis Ababa

Morning:
Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit ancient island monasteries, such as Ura Kidane Mihret and Azwa Maryam. These monasteries are renowned for their beautiful frescoes and manuscripts.
Visit the Blue Nile Falls (Tis Abay), about 30 km from Bahir Dar. Though seasonal, these falls are a picturesque and historical highlight.
Afternoon:
After lunch, transfer to Bahir Dar Airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Evening:
End your journey with a cultural dinner in Addis Ababa (optional) or connect to your international departure.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (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.