NORTHERN ETHIOPIA EXPLORATION.

Day 01

 Addis Ababa City Tour

A city tour of Addis Ababa, Capital city of Ethiopia. We will begin with a visit to the Entoto

Mountain to enjoy the scenic beauty of the city and the surrounding countryside. Then, drive to

National Museum that houses great collection of paleontological finds including the famous Lucy

and historical artefacts and paintings. We will conclude our city tour by paying a visit to the

Trinity Cathedral- the second highest ranking church in Ethiopia and the final resting place of

Emperor Haile Selassie.

Overnight: Hotel

Day 02

Fly Addis Ababa - Bahir Dar.

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Bahir Dar. On arrival at Bahir Dar an attractive city

situated on the shores of Lake Tana, transfer to your lodge then boat trip to Lake Tana

monasteries, Zeghie Peninsula to visit the famous monastery of Ura Kidane Mihret for its

spectacular murals and priceless literary works and ecclesiastical objects. On the return ride, visit

briefly the outlet of the Blue Nile River from Lake Tana with a great chance of spotting aquatic

birds and possibly Hippos along the ridges followed by a deserved lunch on the shore of the lake.

Late afternoon, a short drive to Bezawit Hill for a panoramic view the city, Lake Tana monasteries

and the Blue Nile River right after its outlet from Lake Tana as well as stunning sunset.

Overnight: Avanti Blue Nile Resort or Similar

Day 03

 Drive Bahirdar- Gondar

After an early breakfast leave Bahir Dar for Gondar (about 3 hours’ drive). Upon arrival visit the

most sought-after Debre Birhan Selassie church- the ceilings after lunch break and refreshment

time, check in to hotel time, continue visiting, the walls of the church are beautifully painted.

with the famous Gon Darine Style of paintings, continue sightseeing tour of Gondar including the

Royal Enclosure and Fasi Ledes bath. Founded by Emperor Fas Ledes in 136, Gondar served as a

Capital city of Ethiopia for over 250 years. As true evidence of an architectural beauty deeply

marked by the country’s ancient civilization, the Royal enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi) built by

successive Gonda Rine kings including the Fusillades bath castle was registered by UNESCO as 

World Heritage Site in 1979. In its heydays Gondar was the center of commerce, painting and

church education.

Overnight: Gondar Hill Resort or similar

Day 04

 Fly Gondar-Lalibela

After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Lalibela. After a scenic 30 minutes’ drive

check in to your lodge followed by lunch. Lalibela, “African Jerusalem” as it’s called is the

museum of rock-hewn churches and center of pilgrimage. We will visit the rock-hewn churches.

of Lalibela starting with the First Cluster and the small museum that houses invaluable relics

including parchments and crosses. And conclude the tour with a visit to the monolithic and

Cruciform Bête Giyorgis, the most elegant of the rock-hewn churches.

Overnight: Mezena Lodge or Similar

Day 05

 Lalibela

Morning continues visiting the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. Afternoon, visit the nearby built-

up cave monastery of Nakota Le’Ab with its priceless ecclesiastical objects and great natural

cavern.

Overnight: Mezena Lodge or Similar

Day 06

 Fly Lalibela -Addis Abeba

Transfer to the airport to fly back to Addis Ababa. We can spend the rest of the day in Addis.

Ababa, souvenir shopping, AU headquarter visit and Use of day room at your hotel. You will

have farewell cultural dinner with traditional music before heading onto the airport for final.

departure.

What's Included

• All Entrance fees and licenses as per the program.

• Accommodation and all meals throughout the tour.

• Bottles of water for the trip

• All transport

• English speaking Guide and Drive                                                                                                                      Whats  excluded  

• Alcohol
  

• Tips and other personal expenses

•  personal interests not mentioned