Travel details
USD 3,950
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Duration |
Departure in 2025/1 | 12 days |
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Participants |
3 person(s)（Adults 3 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)） |
Travel story
A fire older than bones
lights the rift of night
silence existed before prayer
—
On this journey you will travel through northern and eastern Ethiopia, encountering a diversity of history, religion, and natural environments.
Starting from the capital Addis Ababa, the route goes through the walled Islamic city of Harar, the Christian architectural sites of Gondar and Lalibela, and ultimately reaches the Danakil Depression, including the Dallol salt lake and the Erta Ale volcano.
Although the distances covered are long, the itinerary is designed to cross multiple cultural regions and geographic zones that make up Ethiopia, so you experience the country not merely as a tourist destination but as a landscape where daily life and faith are intertwined.
Signature points
Visit regions with different cultural spheres and religions in one trip
The itinerary crosses multiple regions with different religious backgrounds and lifestyles—Harar as an Islamic cultural center, Lalibela as a Christian holy site, and Gondar with remnants of its imperial era. By comparing them you can grasp the multilayered contours of culture.
Experience extreme natural environments like volcanoes, salt lakes, and rift zones
In the Danakil Depression you will walk through geologically unique environments on a planetary scale: the sulfur fields of Dallol, salt plains, and the lava of Erta Ale. The journey includes camping in harsh conditions.
An introduction that combines historic architecture, archaeological sites, and museum exhibits
In Addis Ababa you will visit the National Museum to see hominid fossils (Lucy) from millions of years ago. By encountering traces of the past in the first half of the trip, the itinerary deepens your understanding of subsequent religious architecture and living cultures.
Itinerary
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, meaning "new flower", is located at an altitude of 2,300 m and is the third-highest capital city in the world. Known for its cool climate and clear highland air, the city features fascinating museums and one of Africa's largest open-air markets, the "Merkato".
Addis Ababa is also Africa's diplomatic capital, hosting the headquarters of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
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Transit to Domestic Flight at the Airport
Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, after completing immigration and customs and being welcomed by staff, you will proceed to the breakfast area.
[English Guide]
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Breakfast
Have breakfast. During this time, the guide will give a briefing.
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Flight to Dire Dawa
Departure 11:45 - Arrival 13:30 ET245
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Ethiopia - Dire Dawa
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Lunch
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Dire Dawa Sightseeing
There is the Ethio-Djibouti Railway built in 1902.
This railway opened as an extension of the initially laid tracks from the French enclave port of Djibouti on the Horn of Africa.
[English Guide]
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Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer to the fortified city of Harar
(total distance 55 km, approximate travel time 1 hour)
[English Guide]
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Ethiopia - Harar
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Harar
A city surrounded by high stone walls that include five gates and 25 towers atop them. This walled medieval city is situated among green hills near the eastern wall of the Rift Valley, close to the Somali border. Harar's cultural heritage is almost entirely based on Islam and Eastern culture, with 90 mosques and shrines. Harar is considered the fourth holiest center in the Islamic world. Its symbol is the grand mosque (Al-Jami) that dominates the town.
Harar is also known for intricately crafted jewelry made of silver, gold, and amber. The Megalo Gogo market in Harar is a center selling beautiful woven grass baskets, decorative wall mats, vibrant shawls, as well as fruits, vegetables, spices, and grains.
Harar's five gates have controlled access to the city center for centuries. The impressive "Shoa Gate" is noted as a crucial point that supported the influx of Islamic thought from the nearby Arabian Peninsula into Africa.
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Harar Sightseeing
Visit the eye-catching and lively outdoor market known as the Audei Chat Market.
Evening:
Watch the "Hyena Man Show," one of Harar's most famous attractions. It is a very fascinating experience.
[English Guide]
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3-star / Standard
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
-
Harar Sightseeing
Exploration of Harar Old Town
Harar Museum
Rimbo House
A residence built by Indian merchants, located near where the poet Arthur Rimbaud spent his later years; it has now been converted into a gallery.
16th-century Grand Mosque
Notable for its elegant twin towers and slender minarets.
Medane Alem Church: includes a gallery exhibiting traditional religious artworks.
Abu Said Shrine
Tombs of early Islamic rulers.
Shoaw Gate Market
A colorful market where you can buy local crafts and jewelry.
Recently, the Gegol area within Harar's walled city was registered by UNESCO.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
Lunch location will be adjusted depending on the time.
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Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer to the airport
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Flight to Addis Ababa
Departure 13:30 - Arrival 14:40 ET249
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Private Vehicle Transfer
Pick up at the airport
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Merkato Market
One of Africa's largest open-air markets, selling everything from livestock to computers. If visitors are good at bargaining, they can enjoy a wide selection of Ethiopian crafts and art. (Closed on Sundays)
[English Guide]
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4-star / Superior
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Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant. Ethiopia is a mosaic of over 80 languages, different lifestyles, costumes, and cultural dances. Experience cultural dances and traditional cuisine while drinking "Tej," a type of wine made from honey.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
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Flight to Gondar
Flight ET124 Departure 07:15 - Arrival 08:40
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Ethiopia - Gondar
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Private car transfer
Pickup to the airport
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Gondar sightseeing
Gondar, also called "Africa's Camelot", is a medieval royal city famous for its castles and court buildings, particularly the Debre Berhan Selassie Church whose walls and ceilings are covered with frescoes of angels' faces.
Visit to the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Gibi): A complex including the castles of Gondar's emperors. In particular, King Fasilidas' castle is well preserved, featuring round towers and wooden balconies. Nearby is the royal bathhouse known as the "House of Joy" (the center for the Timkat festival).
Debre Berhan Selassie Church: Famous for its frescoes covering the walls and ceilings, especially the angel faces which are an iconic motif of Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Private car transfer
Drive 135 km to Simien Mountains National Park, about 2 hours
[English Guide]
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Sightseeing en route
Visit Woreka Village (former Falasha village)
Visit the remains of a village of Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) who emigrated to Israel in the 1980s.
Koso Viewpoint
A viewpoint at about 2,300 m elevation located roughly 40 km from Gondar, offering views of the Simien Mountains and the lowlands. Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom also stopped here during her trip to Aksum.
[English Guide]
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Simien Mountains National Park
The Simien Mountains are one of Africa's largest mountain ranges, with over 12 peaks above 4,000 m; the highest is Ras Dashen.
The national park was designated in 1969 and inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
Within the park you can observe wildlife unique to Ethiopia:
Gelada baboons: about 7,000 individuals; you can observe grazing groups of up to 400.
Ethiopian wolf: a rare species with about 50 individuals living in the highlands.
Walia ibex: about 600 individuals survive.
Other animals include klipspringer, bushbuck, and jackal. Plants include Hypericum (St. John's wort) and aloe.
[English Guide]
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Sightseeing
Visit Sankaber Campsite
A campsite located at 3,250 m elevation, equipped with toilets, alfresco showers, and traditional round houses (tukul). Here you can observe herds of gelada baboons and enjoy a short walk to nearby waterfalls.
[English Guide]
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3-star/Standard
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy the lodge and the scenery.
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Sightseeing en route
Visit Fasil Gibi (Fasil's Palace)
Tour the castles of Gondar's emperors, including Fasiladas Palace and Kuskawum Church (where the famous explorer James Bruce is said to have lived in the 1770s).
Debre Berhane Selassie Church is filled with murals on its walls and ceilings; the angel faces painted on the ceiling are a common motif in Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
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4-star/Superior
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：× DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private car transfer
Transfer to the airport
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Flight to Lalibela
Depart 09:50 - 10:30 ET122
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Ethiopia - Lalibela
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Lalibela
Overview of Lalibela
Lalibela is one of the world's most remarkable holy sites, often called the "New Jerusalem", containing 11 medieval rock-hewn churches. All of these churches were carved from a single piece of rock.
Lalibela is said to have been built in the 12th century by King Lalibela of the Zagwe dynasty with the "help of angels", and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Features of Lalibela
Because the churches are carved below ground level, they are surrounded by trenches and courtyards, connected by stone tombs, hermitages, and a complex network of tunnels and passageways. The 11 rock-hewn churches are divided into two groups and visited on foot. Some steps are irregular and require some agility.
Among the most famous is Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church), carved from a single monolith.
Historical background
The churches of Lalibela are estimated to have been built over about 25 years, reflecting the prosperity of the Zagwe dynasty. The area was fertile and had strong agricultural production, which likely allowed the maintenance of a large workforce over a long period.
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Private car transfer
From the airport to Lalibela town center
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Lunch
Afternoon
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Lalibela sightseeing
Visit the northwestern group of churches
Bet Medane Alem (the largest monolithic church)
Bet Mariam
Bet Meskel
Bet Danaghel
Bet Debre Sina
Bet Gologota
Including the especially famous Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church)
Traditional coffee ceremony
The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is an important part of social and cultural life. Invited as a sign of friendship and respect, this ritual is a symbol of Ethiopian hospitality.
[English Guide]
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3-star/Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lalibela sightseeing
On this day you will visit the second group of rock-hewn churches, the southeastern group. The churches in this area are more irregularly designed compared to the northwestern group; some have secular origins and are thought to have been built up to five centuries before King Lalibela's reign.
Visits in the southeastern church group
Bet Gabrial-Rafael
Bet Aba Libanos: According to legend, King Lalibela's wife, Meskel Kebre, built it overnight with the help of angels.
Bet Lehem
Bet Emmanuel
Bet Merkarios
Further exploration in Lalibela
Explore the southeastern group of churches to experience more deeply Lalibela's magnificent history and culture.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
3-star / Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lunch
-
Private car transfer
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
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Flight to Addis Ababa
ET121 13:35 - 14:50
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Flight to Semera
ET164 15:55 - 17:15
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Ethiopia - Semera
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Upon arrival in Semera
You will obtain a permit to visit the Danakil.
An escort and two police officers will accompany you.
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3-star / Standard
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private car transfer
We will pick you up at the hotel and head to Erta Ale
280 km (travel time: 7–8 hours)
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Lunch
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Ethiopia - Erta Ale
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Erta Ale
This place, whose name means "the smoking mountain," is known for its uniquely erupting lava and is an excellent site for geological, especially volcanic, studies.
Erta Ale is one of Ethiopia's most adventurous and challenging natural attractions and is a worthwhile active volcano to visit. The temperature of this volcano exceeds 1,000°C, and the impression will be an unforgettable experience.
Features of Erta Ale
Erta Ale is a shield volcano with a 30 km diameter base and a 1 km² caldera at the summit.
New Erta Ale is part of a volcanic mountain range and is one of the most captivating and physically demanding natural attractions in all of Ethiopia.
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Experience the power of an active volcano and the great outdoors while enjoying outdoor camping.
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private car transfer
Pick up from the camp and transfer to Afdera
[English Guide]
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Lake Afdera
Spreading across the desolate landscape of the Danakil Desert, Lake Afdera has a high salinity due to strong evaporation, and salt extraction sites are scattered around it. Salt mining carried out in this harsh natural environment has been part of life since ancient times, offering a glimpse into the hardy livelihoods of the local people. The contrast between the blue, turbid lake surface and the white, shimmering salt crystals is striking.
[English Guide]
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Private car transfer
Transfer to Semera
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Ethiopia - Semera
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Flight to Addis Ababa
ET165 17:45 - 19:05
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Dinner
Spend a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia is a mosaic of peoples characterized by over 80 languages, diverse lifestyles, clothing, and cultural dances. On this night, you will have the opportunity to experience traditional dance and food and enjoy "Tej", a honey-made wine.
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4-star/Superior
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Addis Ababa City Tour
Visit to the National Archaeological Museum:
One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, housing the bones of "Lucy", an ancestor of humanity from 3.5 million years ago. It contains many ancient exhibits that testify to Ethiopia's significance as the "cradle of humanity". The historical exhibition rooms display ornaments, crowns, weapons used during wars, and photos of heroes and kings.
Visit to St. George Cathedral:
A cathedral built in the traditional octagonal shape located at the northern end of Churchill Road. It was built to commemorate the victory over Italy at the Battle of Adwa in 1896. Inside the cathedral are works by Ethiopia's famous artist Afewerk Tekle and the designs of the stained glass windows of the Africa Hall. There is also a small museum on the premises.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Private car transfer
You will be transferred to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and check in for your departing flight. We hope you enjoyed the tour. We look forward to serving you again.
[English Guide]
22:35
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(Self-arranged)
Depart Addis Ababa
Flight ET672
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
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Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, meaning "new flower", is located at an altitude of 2,300 m and is the third-highest capital city in the world. Known for its cool climate and clear highland air, the city features fascinating museums and one of Africa's largest open-air markets, the "Merkato".
Addis Ababa is also Africa's diplomatic capital, hosting the headquarters of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
-
Transit to Domestic Flight at the Airport
Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, after completing immigration and customs and being welcomed by staff, you will proceed to the breakfast area.
[English Guide]
-
Breakfast
Have breakfast. During this time, the guide will give a briefing.
-
Flight to Dire Dawa
Departure 11:45 - Arrival 13:30 ET245
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Ethiopia - Dire Dawa
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Lunch
-
Dire Dawa Sightseeing
There is the Ethio-Djibouti Railway built in 1902.
This railway opened as an extension of the initially laid tracks from the French enclave port of Djibouti on the Horn of Africa.
[English Guide]
-
Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer to the fortified city of Harar
(total distance 55 km, approximate travel time 1 hour)
[English Guide]
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Ethiopia - Harar
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Harar
A city surrounded by high stone walls that include five gates and 25 towers atop them. This walled medieval city is situated among green hills near the eastern wall of the Rift Valley, close to the Somali border. Harar's cultural heritage is almost entirely based on Islam and Eastern culture, with 90 mosques and shrines. Harar is considered the fourth holiest center in the Islamic world. Its symbol is the grand mosque (Al-Jami) that dominates the town.
Harar is also known for intricately crafted jewelry made of silver, gold, and amber. The Megalo Gogo market in Harar is a center selling beautiful woven grass baskets, decorative wall mats, vibrant shawls, as well as fruits, vegetables, spices, and grains.
Harar's five gates have controlled access to the city center for centuries. The impressive "Shoa Gate" is noted as a crucial point that supported the influx of Islamic thought from the nearby Arabian Peninsula into Africa.
-
Harar Sightseeing
Visit the eye-catching and lively outdoor market known as the Audei Chat Market.
Evening:
Watch the "Hyena Man Show," one of Harar's most famous attractions. It is a very fascinating experience.
[English Guide]
-
3-star / Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Harar Sightseeing
Exploration of Harar Old Town
Harar Museum
Rimbo House
A residence built by Indian merchants, located near where the poet Arthur Rimbaud spent his later years; it has now been converted into a gallery.
16th-century Grand Mosque
Notable for its elegant twin towers and slender minarets.
Medane Alem Church: includes a gallery exhibiting traditional religious artworks.
Abu Said Shrine
Tombs of early Islamic rulers.
Shoaw Gate Market
A colorful market where you can buy local crafts and jewelry.
Recently, the Gegol area within Harar's walled city was registered by UNESCO.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
Lunch location will be adjusted depending on the time.
-
Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer to the airport
-
Flight to Addis Ababa
Departure 13:30 - Arrival 14:40 ET249
-
Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
-
Private Vehicle Transfer
Pick up at the airport
-
Merkato Market
One of Africa's largest open-air markets, selling everything from livestock to computers. If visitors are good at bargaining, they can enjoy a wide selection of Ethiopian crafts and art. (Closed on Sundays)
[English Guide]
-
4-star / Superior
-
Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant. Ethiopia is a mosaic of over 80 languages, different lifestyles, costumes, and cultural dances. Experience cultural dances and traditional cuisine while drinking "Tej," a type of wine made from honey.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private Vehicle Transfer
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
-
Flight to Gondar
Flight ET124 Departure 07:15 - Arrival 08:40
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Ethiopia - Gondar
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Private car transfer
Pickup to the airport
-
Gondar sightseeing
Gondar, also called "Africa's Camelot", is a medieval royal city famous for its castles and court buildings, particularly the Debre Berhan Selassie Church whose walls and ceilings are covered with frescoes of angels' faces.
Visit to the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Gibi): A complex including the castles of Gondar's emperors. In particular, King Fasilidas' castle is well preserved, featuring round towers and wooden balconies. Nearby is the royal bathhouse known as the "House of Joy" (the center for the Timkat festival).
Debre Berhan Selassie Church: Famous for its frescoes covering the walls and ceilings, especially the angel faces which are an iconic motif of Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Private car transfer
Drive 135 km to Simien Mountains National Park, about 2 hours
[English Guide]
-
Sightseeing en route
Visit Woreka Village (former Falasha village)
Visit the remains of a village of Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) who emigrated to Israel in the 1980s.
Koso Viewpoint
A viewpoint at about 2,300 m elevation located roughly 40 km from Gondar, offering views of the Simien Mountains and the lowlands. Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom also stopped here during her trip to Aksum.
[English Guide]
-
Simien Mountains National Park
The Simien Mountains are one of Africa's largest mountain ranges, with over 12 peaks above 4,000 m; the highest is Ras Dashen.
The national park was designated in 1969 and inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
Within the park you can observe wildlife unique to Ethiopia:
Gelada baboons: about 7,000 individuals; you can observe grazing groups of up to 400.
Ethiopian wolf: a rare species with about 50 individuals living in the highlands.
Walia ibex: about 600 individuals survive.
Other animals include klipspringer, bushbuck, and jackal. Plants include Hypericum (St. John's wort) and aloe.
[English Guide]
-
Sightseeing
Visit Sankaber Campsite
A campsite located at 3,250 m elevation, equipped with toilets, alfresco showers, and traditional round houses (tukul). Here you can observe herds of gelada baboons and enjoy a short walk to nearby waterfalls.
[English Guide]
-
3-star/Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy the lodge and the scenery.
-
Sightseeing en route
Visit Fasil Gibi (Fasil's Palace)
Tour the castles of Gondar's emperors, including Fasiladas Palace and Kuskawum Church (where the famous explorer James Bruce is said to have lived in the 1770s).
Debre Berhane Selassie Church is filled with murals on its walls and ceilings; the angel faces painted on the ceiling are a common motif in Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
-
4-star/Superior
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：× DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private car transfer
Transfer to the airport
-
Flight to Lalibela
Depart 09:50 - 10:30 ET122
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Ethiopia - Lalibela
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Lalibela
Overview of Lalibela
Lalibela is one of the world's most remarkable holy sites, often called the "New Jerusalem", containing 11 medieval rock-hewn churches. All of these churches were carved from a single piece of rock.
Lalibela is said to have been built in the 12th century by King Lalibela of the Zagwe dynasty with the "help of angels", and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Features of Lalibela
Because the churches are carved below ground level, they are surrounded by trenches and courtyards, connected by stone tombs, hermitages, and a complex network of tunnels and passageways. The 11 rock-hewn churches are divided into two groups and visited on foot. Some steps are irregular and require some agility.
Among the most famous is Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church), carved from a single monolith.
Historical background
The churches of Lalibela are estimated to have been built over about 25 years, reflecting the prosperity of the Zagwe dynasty. The area was fertile and had strong agricultural production, which likely allowed the maintenance of a large workforce over a long period.
-
Private car transfer
From the airport to Lalibela town center
-
Lunch
Afternoon
-
Lalibela sightseeing
Visit the northwestern group of churches
Bet Medane Alem (the largest monolithic church)
Bet Mariam
Bet Meskel
Bet Danaghel
Bet Debre Sina
Bet Gologota
Including the especially famous Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church)
Traditional coffee ceremony
The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is an important part of social and cultural life. Invited as a sign of friendship and respect, this ritual is a symbol of Ethiopian hospitality.
[English Guide]
-
3-star/Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lalibela sightseeing
On this day you will visit the second group of rock-hewn churches, the southeastern group. The churches in this area are more irregularly designed compared to the northwestern group; some have secular origins and are thought to have been built up to five centuries before King Lalibela's reign.
Visits in the southeastern church group
Bet Gabrial-Rafael
Bet Aba Libanos: According to legend, King Lalibela's wife, Meskel Kebre, built it overnight with the help of angels.
Bet Lehem
Bet Emmanuel
Bet Merkarios
Further exploration in Lalibela
Explore the southeastern group of churches to experience more deeply Lalibela's magnificent history and culture.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
3-star / Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lunch
-
Private car transfer
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
-
Flight to Addis Ababa
ET121 13:35 - 14:50
-
Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
-
Flight to Semera
ET164 15:55 - 17:15
-
Ethiopia - Semera
-
Upon arrival in Semera
You will obtain a permit to visit the Danakil.
An escort and two police officers will accompany you.
-
3-star / Standard
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private car transfer
We will pick you up at the hotel and head to Erta Ale
280 km (travel time: 7–8 hours)
-
Lunch
-
Ethiopia - Erta Ale
-
Erta Ale
This place, whose name means "the smoking mountain," is known for its uniquely erupting lava and is an excellent site for geological, especially volcanic, studies.
Erta Ale is one of Ethiopia's most adventurous and challenging natural attractions and is a worthwhile active volcano to visit. The temperature of this volcano exceeds 1,000°C, and the impression will be an unforgettable experience.
Features of Erta Ale
Erta Ale is a shield volcano with a 30 km diameter base and a 1 km² caldera at the summit.
New Erta Ale is part of a volcanic mountain range and is one of the most captivating and physically demanding natural attractions in all of Ethiopia.
-
Experience the power of an active volcano and the great outdoors while enjoying outdoor camping.
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private car transfer
Pick up from the camp and transfer to Afdera
[English Guide]
-
Lake Afdera
Spreading across the desolate landscape of the Danakil Desert, Lake Afdera has a high salinity due to strong evaporation, and salt extraction sites are scattered around it. Salt mining carried out in this harsh natural environment has been part of life since ancient times, offering a glimpse into the hardy livelihoods of the local people. The contrast between the blue, turbid lake surface and the white, shimmering salt crystals is striking.
[English Guide]
-
Private car transfer
Transfer to Semera
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Ethiopia - Semera
-
Flight to Addis Ababa
ET165 17:45 - 19:05
-
Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
-
Dinner
Spend a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia is a mosaic of peoples characterized by over 80 languages, diverse lifestyles, clothing, and cultural dances. On this night, you will have the opportunity to experience traditional dance and food and enjoy "Tej", a honey-made wine.
-
4-star/Superior
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Addis Ababa City Tour
Visit to the National Archaeological Museum:
One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, housing the bones of "Lucy", an ancestor of humanity from 3.5 million years ago. It contains many ancient exhibits that testify to Ethiopia's significance as the "cradle of humanity". The historical exhibition rooms display ornaments, crowns, weapons used during wars, and photos of heroes and kings.
Visit to St. George Cathedral:
A cathedral built in the traditional octagonal shape located at the northern end of Churchill Road. It was built to commemorate the victory over Italy at the Battle of Adwa in 1896. Inside the cathedral are works by Ethiopia's famous artist Afewerk Tekle and the designs of the stained glass windows of the Africa Hall. There is also a small museum on the premises.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Dinner
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Private car transfer
You will be transferred to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and check in for your departing flight. We hope you enjoyed the tour. We look forward to serving you again.
[English Guide]
22:35
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(Self-arranged)
Depart Addis Ababa
Flight ET672
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation
As stated in the itinerary
Flight (Dom.)
As stated in the itinerary
Car
As stated in the itinerary
Guide
As stated in the itinerary
Activity
As stated in the itinerary
Meal
B/F：10 LUN：9 DIN：10
As stated in the itinerary
Includes (Others)
Experience of a coffee ceremony and honey wine (tej).
A traditional farewell dinner in Addis Ababa.
Excludes (Others)
Costs for obtaining an Ethiopian visa
Flight fares (international and domestic airfares listed separately)
Fees for photography and videography permits
Tips
Insurance:
Insurance for personal loss, injury, illness, or damage occurring during travel.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel and cancellation insurance.
Personal expenses:
Items of a personal nature (drinks not specified, laundry, dry cleaning, internet, fax, phone charges, etc.)
Transfers, sightseeing, or meals not listed under 'What's included in the tour'
Baggage restrictions:
Excess baggage fees
Accommodation list
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Harar
3person(s)
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| 2 |
Addis Ababa
3person(s)
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| 3 |
Gondar
3person(s)
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| 4 |
Lalibela
3person(s)
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| 5 |
Semera
3person(s)
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| 6 |
Erta Ale
3person(s)
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