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Highlights of Ethiopia
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Price on request
Duration
15 days
Countries
Ethiopia
Activity
moderate
Group size
Max 15
The adventure
Rich with natural contrast, captivating human history and countless surprises, Ethiopia has long been an intersection between the civilizations of North Africa, the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. This 15-day adventure is perfect for the traveller looking to delve into the history and culture of this incredibly diverse land like few others do. In fact, we’ll help to take some of the infamous bumps out of African travel through a combination of flights and comfortable land transport. Prepare to have your preconceptions challenged.
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Fly to Bahir Dar. Opt to wander through the Bahir Dar market. Enjoy an excursion to the Blue Nile Falls.
Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to enjoy stunning views and visit monasteries. Continue to Gondar for the evening.
Visit Fasiladas' castles, bath, and gardens before going to the Debre Birhan Selassie Church.
Travel to Debark, our base for visiting Simien Mountains National Park.
Spend the day in Simien Mountains National Park, enjoying guided hiking excursions around Sankaber campsite, the Jinbar waterfalls, and Chenek campsite. Return to Simien Lodge for the evening.
Travel back to Gondar with a stop at the Ploughshare Women Crafts Training Centre in a Falasha village. After, visit Kusquam, Queen Mentawab's historic residence just outside the City.
An early morning start for our long drive to Lalibela arriving in the early evening.
Take a guided tour of Lalibela historical sites, including St George Church, Yemrehana Kristos, and other rock-hewn churches.
In the morning, enjoy a hike to Asheton Maryam. In the afternoon, we'll continue our included visit with the second group of churches.
Enjoy the scenic views en route to Mekele.
Take a short tour of Mekele and Abraha Atsbera en route to Hawzien. Enjoy an optional afternoon walk to visit more churches.
Visit Maryam Korkor Church before continuing onto Axum. Stop at the ruins of Yeha en route.
Enjoy guided tours of Axum's archaeological sites and Axum Tsion church.
Morning flight to Addis Ababa. Tour ends upon arrival.
At a glance
Duration
15 days
Route
Addis Ababa → Addis Ababa
Countries
Ethiopia
Activity level
moderate
Style
Culture & History, National Parks & Wilderness, Trekking & Hiking
Group size
Max 15
Ages
12+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Ethiopia
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15-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalAddis Ababa, founded more than a century ago, means 'New Flower' in Amharic. At an elevation of 2,400m (7,874 ft), the third highest capital in the world, the climate is pleasantly cool. The city mixes past and present, statues from the imperial times coexist with placards from the former Marxist Regime. Huge billboards advertise current activities in the city and modern businesses, as well as development organizations' goodwill projects. The streets are a mesh of expensive cars, old Russian “Lada model” taxis, along with donkeys, sheep, and goats. Traditional mud houses stand not far from austere fascist buildings and private-sector banks.
Addis Ababa, founded more than a century ago, means 'New Flower' in Amharic. At an elevation of 2,400m (7,874 ft), the third highest capital in the world, the climate is pleasantly cool. The city mixes past and present, statues from the imperial times coexist with placards from the former Marxist Regime. Huge billboards advertise current activities in the city and modern businesses, as well as development organizations' goodwill projects. The streets are a mesh of expensive cars, old Russian “Lada model” taxis, along with donkeys, sheep, and goats. Traditional mud houses stand not far from austere fascist buildings and private-sector banks.
Day 2Fly to Bahir Dar
Fly to Bahir Dar. Opt to wander through the Bahir Dar market. Enjoy an excursion to the Blue Nile Falls.
Day 3Take a boat trip on Lake Tana…
Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to enjoy stunning views and visit monasteries. Continue to Gondar for the evening.
Day 4Visit Fasiladas' castlesExplore Gondar town on your own or simply relax and try to strike up a conversation with the locals.
Explore Gondar town on your own or simply relax and try to strike up a conversation with the locals.
Day 5Travel to DebarkAfter breakfast depart for Debark, the starting point for our trekking in the national park. Register with the park authorities and head to the Simien Lodge to relax before a full day in the Simien Mountains tomorrow. The scenic Simien Mountains are a good break from the busy cities. Known as the “Roof of Africa”, they rank as one of the continent’s most beautiful mountain ranges. A number of peaks reach well over 4,000m (13,123.4 ft), and Ras Dashen, the highest peak in Ethiopia, is one of Africa’s highest mountains. The Simien Mountains have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can see some of Ethiopia's remarkable flora and fauna including Gelada baboon, Walia ibex, and, if you're lucky, the Ethiopian wolf. The huge lammergeyer is also found soaring over the valleys here.
After breakfast depart for Debark, the starting point for our trekking in the national park. Register with the park authorities and head to the Simien Lodge to relax before a full day in the Simien Mountains tomorrow. The scenic Simien Mountains are a good break from the busy cities. Known as the “Roof of Africa”, they rank as one of the continent’s most beautiful mountain ranges. A number of peaks reach well over 4,000m (13,123.4 ft), and Ras Dashen, the highest peak in Ethiopia, is one of Africa’s highest mountains. The Simien Mountains have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can see some of Ethiopia's remarkable flora and fauna including Gelada baboon, Walia ibex, and, if you're lucky, the Ethiopian wolf. The huge lammergeyer is also found soaring over the valleys here.
Day 6Spend the day in Simien Mountains National Park
Spend the day in Simien Mountains National Park, enjoying guided hiking excursions around Sankaber campsite, the Jinbar waterfalls, and Chenek campsite. Return to Simien Lodge for the evening.
Day 7Travel back to Gondar with a stop…
Travel back to Gondar with a stop at the Ploughshare Women Crafts Training Centre in a Falasha village. After, visit Kusquam, Queen Mentawab's historic residence just outside the City.
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