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 bone
illuminates the rift of night
silence existed before prayer
—
On this journey, you will travel through northern and eastern Ethiopia, encountering the diversity of history, religion, and natural environments.
Starting from the capital Addis Ababa, you will pass through the walled Islamic city of Harar, the Christian architectural sites of Gondar and Lalibela, and ultimately reach the Danakil Depression, including the Dallol salt lake and the Erta Ale volcano.
Although the distances traveled are long, the itinerary crosses multiple cultural zones and physiographic regions that make up Ethiopia, offering a perspective of the country not 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 at once
The itinerary crosses multiple areas with differing religious backgrounds and lifestyles, such as Harar, a center of Islamic culture; Lalibela, a Christian holy site; and Gondar, which retains remnants of its dynastic era. Through comparison, you can grasp the multilayered contours of these cultures.
Experience extreme natural environments like volcanoes, salt lakes, and fault zones
In the Danakil Depression, you will walk through uniquely extreme natural environments on a global scale, such as the sulfur fields of Dallol, salt flats, and the lava of the Erta Ale volcano. The trip also includes camping overnight in harsh environments.
An introduction combining historical architecture, archaeological heritage, and museum materials
In Addis Ababa, visit the National Museum to view hominid fossils (Lucy) from millions of years ago. By encountering traces of the past in the first half of the trip, the itinerary is designed to deepen understanding of the subsequent religious architecture and living cultures.
Itinerary
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, which means "new flower", is located at an altitude of 2,300 m and is the third-highest capital in the world. This city, characterized by its cool climate and clear highland air, has fascinating museums and one of Africa's largest open-air markets, "Merkato".
Also, Addis Ababa is 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
After arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will pass through immigration and customs, be greeted by staff, and then head to the breakfast venue.
[English Guide]
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Breakfast
Have breakfast. Meanwhile, the guide will give a briefing.
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Flight to Dire Dawa
Departs 11:45 - Arrives 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 first laid track from the French enclave Port of Djibouti on the Horn of Africa.
[English Guide]
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Private vehicle transfer
Moving to the fortress city of Halal
(Total travel distance 55km, 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, the walls have five gates and 25 towers placed on top. This medieval walled city is located among green mountains, near the eastern wall of the Great Rift Valley, close to the border with Somalia. Harar's cultural heritage is almost entirely based on Islam and Oriental culture, and there are 90 mosques and shrines. Harar is considered the fourth holiest center in the Islamic world. As its symbol, the Grand Mosque (Al-Jami) that dominates the town is cited.
Harar is also known for intricate jewelry crafted with silver, gold, and amber. Harar's Megalo Gugu Market is a center that sells beautiful baskets made of woven grass, decorative wall-hanging mats, vibrant shawls, and even fruits, vegetables, spices, and grains.
Harar's five gates have controlled access to the city center for centuries. Among them, the impressive "Shawwa Gate" is regarded as a key point that supported the influx of Islamic thought from the neighboring Arabian Peninsula into Africa.
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Halal sightseeing
We will visit Audei's Chat Market, an eye-catching lively open-air market.
Evening:
We will watch the "Hyena Man Show", one of Halal's most famous attractions. This is a very interesting experience.
[English Guide]
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Royal sunshine hotel
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Harar Sightseeing
Exploring the Harar Old Town
Harar Museum
Rimbaud House
A residence built by an Indian merchant, constructed near the place where the poet Arthur Rimbaud spent his final 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.
Tomb of Abu Said
The tomb of an early Islamic ruler.
Shawag Gate Market
A colorful market where you can buy local crafts and jewelry.
Recently, the Gegor area within the Harar walls was registered by UNESCO.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
We will adjust the lunch location depending on the time.
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Private car transfer
Send to the airport
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Flight to Addis Ababa
13:30 departure - 14:40 arrival ET249
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Private car transfer
Pickup at the airport
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Merkato Market
The largest open-air market in Africa, where everything from livestock to computers is sold. If visitors are good at bargaining, they can enjoy a large selection of Ethiopian crafts and art. (Closed on Sundays)
[English Guide]
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Vibes Hotel and Spa
https://www.vibeshotelspa.com/
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Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful evening of culture at the restaurant. Ethiopia is a mosaic of people with over 80 languages, different lifestyles, clothing, and cultural dances. While drinking "Tej", a type of wine made from honey, experience cultural dances and traditional meals.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private car transfer
Transfer from hotel to airport
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Flight to Gondar
Flight ET124 07:15 depart - 08:40 arrive
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Ethiopia - Gondar
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Private car transfer
Airport pickup
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Gondar Sightseeing
Known as the "Camelot of Africa," Gondar is a medieval royal city famous for its castles and court structures, particularly the Debre Berhan Selassie Church, whose walls and ceilings are covered with frescoes of angelic faces.
Visit the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi): A complex that includes the castles of Gondar's emperors. In particular, King Fasilides' castle is well preserved and features round towers and wooden balconies. Nearby is the royal bath known as the "House of Pleasure," which is also the center of the Timkat festival.
Debre Berhan Selassie Church: Renowned for its frescoes painted on the walls and ceiling, especially the angelic faces that are iconic motifs of Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Private car transfer
By car to Simien Mountains National Park: 135 km, about 2 hours
[English Guide]
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Sightseeing en route
Visit to Woleka Village (formerly Ferasha Village)
Visit the remains of a village of Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) who emigrated to Israel in the 1980s.
Koso'e Viewpoint
A 2,300m-high viewpoint about 40 km from Gondar, offering views of the Simien Mountains and the lowlands. Queen Elizabeth 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 more than 12 peaks over 4,000 m, and the highest peak is Ras Dashen.
The national park was designated in 1969 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
Within the park you can observe wildlife unique to Ethiopia:
Gelada baboon: about 7,000 individuals. You can observe herds of up to 400 grazing.
Ethiopian wolf: about 50 individuals, a rare species living in the highlands.
Walia ibex: about 600 individuals survive.
Other animals such as klipspringer, bushbuck, and jackal also inhabit the area. Plants include St John's wort and aloe.
[English Guide]
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Sightseeing
Visit to Sankaber Campsite
The campsite, located at an altitude of 3,250 m, has toilets, alfresco showers, and traditional circular dwellings (tukul). Here you can observe troops of gelada baboons and enjoy a short walk to a nearby waterfall.
[English Guide]
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Simien Lodge
http://www.simiens.com/
It is the highest-altitude hotel in Africa, located on a hill near the Simien Mountains National Park. There are 20 bungalows decorated in a traditional style. A restaurant is also on site.
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
After breakfast, please enjoy the lodge and the scenery.
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En route sightseeing
Visit Fasil Gibbi (Fasil Gibbi)
Visit the castles of Gondar's successive emperors. The Fasiladas Palace, Kusquam Church (the famous explorer James Bruce is said to have lived here in the 1770s).
Debre Berhane Selassie Church (Debre Berhane Selassie) is filled with murals on its walls and ceilings, and the angel faces painted on the ceiling are a common motif in Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
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Haile Resort - Bileko, Gondar
https://hailehotelsandresorts.com/gondar-resort/
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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
09:50 departure - 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, also called "New Jerusalem", and contains 11 medieval rock-hewn churches. These churches are all 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 registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Features of Lalibela
Because the churches are carved below ground level, they are surrounded by trenches and courtyards, which are connected by rock tombs, hermit dwellings, and complex tunnels and passageways.
The 11 rock-hewn churches are divided into two groups and are visited on foot. Some stairs are irregular and require some agility.
Among the particularly famous churches is Bet Giyorgis (Church of St. George), carved from a single rock.
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 agricultural production was thriving, so it is believed they could sustain a large workforce for an extended period.
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Private vehicle transfer
From the airport to Lalibela city center
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Lunch
Afternoon
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Lalibela Sightseeing
Visit to the northwest cluster of churches
Bet Medhane Alem (the largest rock-hewn church)
Bet Mariam
Bet Meskel
Bet Danaghel
Bet Debre Sina
Bet Golgota
Especially famous Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church)
Traditional coffee ceremony
The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is an important part of social and cultural life. This ritual, in which guests are invited as a sign of friendship and respect, is considered a symbol of Ethiopian hospitality.
[English Guide]
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Tukul Village
https://www.tukulvillage.org/
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
-
Lalibela Sightseeing
On this day, we will visit the southeastern group of rock-hewn churches, the second cluster of churches. The churches in this area have a more irregular design compared to the northwestern group, and some are believed to have secular origins and to have been built five centuries before the reign of King Lalibela.
Visit to the southeastern church group
Bet Gabriel-Rafael
Bet Aba Libanos: According to legend, it is said that King Lalibela's wife Meskel Kebre built it overnight with the help of angels.
Bet Lehem
Bet Emmanuel
Bet Mercurius
Further sightseeing in Lalibela
Explore the southeastern group of churches to experience Lalibela's grand history and culture more deeply.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Tukul Village
https://www.tukulvillage.org/
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Private car transfer
Transfer from hotel to airport
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Flight to Addis Ababa
Flight ET121 departs 13:35 - arrives 14:50
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Flight to Semera
Flight ET164 15:55 departure - 17:15 arrival
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Ethiopia - Semera
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After arrival in Semera
Obtain a permit to visit Danakil.
An escort and two police officers will accompany.
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RUFTANA Hotel
https://ruftanahotelsemera.com/
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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 (Duration: 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 "smoking mountain," is known for its uniquely continuously erupting lava and is an ideal site for geology, particularly the study of volcanic activity.
Erta Ale is one of Ethiopia's most adventurous and challenging natural attractions and an active volcano worth visiting. The temperature of this volcano exceeds 1,000 degrees Celsius, and the impression it leaves will be an experience you will never forget.
Features of Erta Ale
Erta Ale is a shield volcano with a base 30 km in diameter and a 1 square km caldera at its summit.
New Erta Ale is part of a volcanic range and is one of the most captivating and physically challenging natural sites in all of Ethiopia.
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Enjoy outdoor camping while experiencing the power of an active volcano and the great outdoors.
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Private vehicle transfer
We will pick you up at the camp and transfer you to Afdera.
[English Guide]
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Afdera Salt Lake
Afdera Salt Lake, spreading across the desolate landscape of the Danakil Desert, has a high salt concentration due to intense evaporation, and salt mines dot its surroundings. Salt extraction carried out in this harsh natural environment is a part of life that has continued since ancient times, offering a glimpse of the resilient livelihoods of the local people. The contrast between the bluish, turbid lake surface and the white, shining salt crystals is striking.
[English Guide]
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Private vehicle transfer
Moving 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 departure - 19:05 arrival
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Dinner
Spend a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia is a mosaic of peoples characterized by more than 80 languages, diverse lifestyles, costumes, and cultural dances. On this evening, you will have the opportunity to experience traditional dances and cuisine, and enjoy "Tej", a wine made from honey.
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Vibes Hotel and Spa
https://www.vibeshotelspa.com/
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Addis Ababa City Tour
Visit to the National Museum of Archaeology:
One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, it houses the bones of the human ancestor "Lucy," dating back 3.5 million years. It contains many ancient exhibits that attest to Ethiopia's significance as the "cradle of humankind." In the history exhibition room, ornaments, crowns, weapons used during wartime, and photos of heroes and kings are displayed.
Visit to St. George's Cathedral:
A cathedral built in a traditional octagonal form located at the northern end of Churchill Road. It was constructed to commemorate the victory over Italy in the Battle of Adwa in 1896. Inside the cathedral are works by the renowned Ethiopian artist Afewerk Tekle and the designs of the stained glass windows of the Africa Hall. There is also a small museum on the grounds.
[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 International Airport and board your departing flight. We hope you enjoyed the tour. We sincerely look forward to serving you again.
[English Guide]
22:35
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From Addis Ababa
Flight ET672
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, which means "new flower", is located at an altitude of 2,300 m and is the third-highest capital in the world. This city, characterized by its cool climate and clear highland air, has fascinating museums and one of Africa's largest open-air markets, "Merkato".
Also, Addis Ababa is 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
After arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will pass through immigration and customs, be greeted by staff, and then head to the breakfast venue.
[English Guide]
-
Breakfast
Have breakfast. Meanwhile, the guide will give a briefing.
-
Flight to Dire Dawa
Departs 11:45 - Arrives 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 first laid track from the French enclave Port of Djibouti on the Horn of Africa.
[English Guide]
-
Private vehicle transfer
Moving to the fortress city of Halal
(Total travel distance 55km, 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, the walls have five gates and 25 towers placed on top. This medieval walled city is located among green mountains, near the eastern wall of the Great Rift Valley, close to the border with Somalia. Harar's cultural heritage is almost entirely based on Islam and Oriental culture, and there are 90 mosques and shrines. Harar is considered the fourth holiest center in the Islamic world. As its symbol, the Grand Mosque (Al-Jami) that dominates the town is cited.
Harar is also known for intricate jewelry crafted with silver, gold, and amber. Harar's Megalo Gugu Market is a center that sells beautiful baskets made of woven grass, decorative wall-hanging mats, vibrant shawls, and even fruits, vegetables, spices, and grains.
Harar's five gates have controlled access to the city center for centuries. Among them, the impressive "Shawwa Gate" is regarded as a key point that supported the influx of Islamic thought from the neighboring Arabian Peninsula into Africa.
-
Halal sightseeing
We will visit Audei's Chat Market, an eye-catching lively open-air market.
Evening:
We will watch the "Hyena Man Show", one of Halal's most famous attractions. This is a very interesting experience.
[English Guide]
-
Royal sunshine hotel
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Harar Sightseeing
Exploring the Harar Old Town
Harar Museum
Rimbaud House
A residence built by an Indian merchant, constructed near the place where the poet Arthur Rimbaud spent his final 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.
Tomb of Abu Said
The tomb of an early Islamic ruler.
Shawag Gate Market
A colorful market where you can buy local crafts and jewelry.
Recently, the Gegor area within the Harar walls was registered by UNESCO.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
We will adjust the lunch location depending on the time.
-
Private car transfer
Send to the airport
-
Flight to Addis Ababa
13:30 departure - 14:40 arrival ET249
-
Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
-
Private car transfer
Pickup at the airport
-
Merkato Market
The largest open-air market in Africa, where everything from livestock to computers is sold. If visitors are good at bargaining, they can enjoy a large selection of Ethiopian crafts and art. (Closed on Sundays)
[English Guide]
-
Vibes Hotel and Spa
https://www.vibeshotelspa.com/
-
Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful evening of culture at the restaurant. Ethiopia is a mosaic of people with over 80 languages, different lifestyles, clothing, and cultural dances. While drinking "Tej", a type of wine made from honey, experience cultural dances and traditional meals.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
-
Private car transfer
Transfer from hotel to airport
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Flight to Gondar
Flight ET124 07:15 depart - 08:40 arrive
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Ethiopia - Gondar
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Private car transfer
Airport pickup
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Gondar Sightseeing
Known as the "Camelot of Africa," Gondar is a medieval royal city famous for its castles and court structures, particularly the Debre Berhan Selassie Church, whose walls and ceilings are covered with frescoes of angelic faces.
Visit the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi): A complex that includes the castles of Gondar's emperors. In particular, King Fasilides' castle is well preserved and features round towers and wooden balconies. Nearby is the royal bath known as the "House of Pleasure," which is also the center of the Timkat festival.
Debre Berhan Selassie Church: Renowned for its frescoes painted on the walls and ceiling, especially the angelic faces that are iconic motifs of Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Private car transfer
By car to Simien Mountains National Park: 135 km, about 2 hours
[English Guide]
-
Sightseeing en route
Visit to Woleka Village (formerly Ferasha Village)
Visit the remains of a village of Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) who emigrated to Israel in the 1980s.
Koso'e Viewpoint
A 2,300m-high viewpoint about 40 km from Gondar, offering views of the Simien Mountains and the lowlands. Queen Elizabeth 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 more than 12 peaks over 4,000 m, and the highest peak is Ras Dashen.
The national park was designated in 1969 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
Within the park you can observe wildlife unique to Ethiopia:
Gelada baboon: about 7,000 individuals. You can observe herds of up to 400 grazing.
Ethiopian wolf: about 50 individuals, a rare species living in the highlands.
Walia ibex: about 600 individuals survive.
Other animals such as klipspringer, bushbuck, and jackal also inhabit the area. Plants include St John's wort and aloe.
[English Guide]
-
Sightseeing
Visit to Sankaber Campsite
The campsite, located at an altitude of 3,250 m, has toilets, alfresco showers, and traditional circular dwellings (tukul). Here you can observe troops of gelada baboons and enjoy a short walk to a nearby waterfall.
[English Guide]
-
Simien Lodge
http://www.simiens.com/
It is the highest-altitude hotel in Africa, located on a hill near the Simien Mountains National Park. There are 20 bungalows decorated in a traditional style. A restaurant is also on site.
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
After breakfast, please enjoy the lodge and the scenery.
-
En route sightseeing
Visit Fasil Gibbi (Fasil Gibbi)
Visit the castles of Gondar's successive emperors. The Fasiladas Palace, Kusquam Church (the famous explorer James Bruce is said to have lived here in the 1770s).
Debre Berhane Selassie Church (Debre Berhane Selassie) is filled with murals on its walls and ceilings, and the angel faces painted on the ceiling are a common motif in Ethiopian design.
[English Guide]
-
Haile Resort - Bileko, Gondar
https://hailehotelsandresorts.com/gondar-resort/
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Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private car transfer
Transfer to the airport
-
Flight to Lalibela
09:50 departure - 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, also called "New Jerusalem", and contains 11 medieval rock-hewn churches. These churches are all 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 registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Features of Lalibela
Because the churches are carved below ground level, they are surrounded by trenches and courtyards, which are connected by rock tombs, hermit dwellings, and complex tunnels and passageways.
The 11 rock-hewn churches are divided into two groups and are visited on foot. Some stairs are irregular and require some agility.
Among the particularly famous churches is Bet Giyorgis (Church of St. George), carved from a single rock.
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 agricultural production was thriving, so it is believed they could sustain a large workforce for an extended period.
-
Private vehicle transfer
From the airport to Lalibela city center
-
Lunch
Afternoon
-
Lalibela Sightseeing
Visit to the northwest cluster of churches
Bet Medhane Alem (the largest rock-hewn church)
Bet Mariam
Bet Meskel
Bet Danaghel
Bet Debre Sina
Bet Golgota
Especially famous Bet Giyorgis (St. George's Church)
Traditional coffee ceremony
The Ethiopian coffee ceremony is an important part of social and cultural life. This ritual, in which guests are invited as a sign of friendship and respect, is considered a symbol of Ethiopian hospitality.
[English Guide]
-
Tukul Village
https://www.tukulvillage.org/
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lalibela Sightseeing
On this day, we will visit the southeastern group of rock-hewn churches, the second cluster of churches. The churches in this area have a more irregular design compared to the northwestern group, and some are believed to have secular origins and to have been built five centuries before the reign of King Lalibela.
Visit to the southeastern church group
Bet Gabriel-Rafael
Bet Aba Libanos: According to legend, it is said that King Lalibela's wife Meskel Kebre built it overnight with the help of angels.
Bet Lehem
Bet Emmanuel
Bet Mercurius
Further sightseeing in Lalibela
Explore the southeastern group of churches to experience Lalibela's grand history and culture more deeply.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Tukul Village
https://www.tukulvillage.org/
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Lunch
-
Private car transfer
Transfer from hotel to airport
-
Flight to Addis Ababa
Flight ET121 departs 13:35 - arrives 14:50
-
Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
-
Flight to Semera
Flight ET164 15:55 departure - 17:15 arrival
-
Ethiopia - Semera
-
After arrival in Semera
Obtain a permit to visit Danakil.
An escort and two police officers will accompany.
-
RUFTANA Hotel
https://ruftanahotelsemera.com/
-
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 (Duration: 7-8 hours)
-
Lunch
-
Ethiopia - Erta Ale
-
Erta Ale
This place, whose name means "smoking mountain," is known for its uniquely continuously erupting lava and is an ideal site for geology, particularly the study of volcanic activity.
Erta Ale is one of Ethiopia's most adventurous and challenging natural attractions and an active volcano worth visiting. The temperature of this volcano exceeds 1,000 degrees Celsius, and the impression it leaves will be an experience you will never forget.
Features of Erta Ale
Erta Ale is a shield volcano with a base 30 km in diameter and a 1 square km caldera at its summit.
New Erta Ale is part of a volcanic range and is one of the most captivating and physically challenging natural sites in all of Ethiopia.
-
Enjoy outdoor camping while experiencing the power of an active volcano and the great outdoors.
-
Dinner
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
-
Breakfast
-
Private vehicle transfer
We will pick you up at the camp and transfer you to Afdera.
[English Guide]
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Afdera Salt Lake
Afdera Salt Lake, spreading across the desolate landscape of the Danakil Desert, has a high salt concentration due to intense evaporation, and salt mines dot its surroundings. Salt extraction carried out in this harsh natural environment is a part of life that has continued since ancient times, offering a glimpse of the resilient livelihoods of the local people. The contrast between the bluish, turbid lake surface and the white, shining salt crystals is striking.
[English Guide]
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Private vehicle transfer
Moving to Semera
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Lunch
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Ethiopia - Semera
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Flight to Addis Ababa
ET165 17:45 departure - 19:05 arrival
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Ethiopia - アディスアベバ
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Dinner
Spend a wonderful cultural evening at a restaurant in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia is a mosaic of peoples characterized by more than 80 languages, diverse lifestyles, costumes, and cultural dances. On this evening, you will have the opportunity to experience traditional dances and cuisine, and enjoy "Tej", a wine made from honey.
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Vibes Hotel and Spa
https://www.vibeshotelspa.com/
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
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Breakfast
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Addis Ababa City Tour
Visit to the National Museum of Archaeology:
One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, it houses the bones of the human ancestor "Lucy," dating back 3.5 million years. It contains many ancient exhibits that attest to Ethiopia's significance as the "cradle of humankind." In the history exhibition room, ornaments, crowns, weapons used during wartime, and photos of heroes and kings are displayed.
Visit to St. George's Cathedral:
A cathedral built in a traditional octagonal form located at the northern end of Churchill Road. It was constructed to commemorate the victory over Italy in the Battle of Adwa in 1896. Inside the cathedral are works by the renowned Ethiopian artist Afewerk Tekle and the designs of the stained glass windows of the Africa Hall. There is also a small museum on the grounds.
[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 International Airport and board your departing flight. We hope you enjoyed the tour. We sincerely look forward to serving you again.
[English Guide]
22:35
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From Addis Ababa
Flight ET672
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：⚪︎
Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation
As stated in the itinerary, triple room
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：9 LUN：8 DIN：10
As stated in the itinerary
Includes (Others)
Coffee ceremony and honey wine (tej) experience.
Traditional farewell dinner in Addis Ababa.
Excludes (Others)
Ethiopia visa acquisition fees
Flight charges (international and domestic airfares listed separately)
Photography and video filming permit fees
Tips
Insurance:
Insurance for personal loss, injury, illness, or damage occurring during travel.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance 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 charges
Accommodation list
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Harar
Royal sunshine hotel
3person(s) 1rooms
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Addis Ababa
Vibes Hotel and Spa
3person(s) 1rooms
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Simien
Simien Lodge
3person(s) 1rooms
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Gondar
Haile Resort - Bileko, Gondar
3person(s) 1rooms
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Lalibela
Tukul Village
3person(s) 1rooms
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Semera
RUFTANA Hotel
3person(s) 1rooms
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Erta Ale
Camping at Erta Ale
3person(s) 1rooms
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