3-Day Tour To Addis Ababa & Rock-Hewn Churches Of Lalibela
Description
This quick trip to Ethiopia allows you to sightsee its capital city as well as fly to Lalibela to see the star attraction; the historic rock-hewn churches, unique UNESCO attested sites carved out of volcanic rock. Explore the various rock-cut monolithic churches in this town and marvel at their architecture in this 3-day tour!
Highlights
- Explore Biete Medhane Alem, the largest among the churches
- Visit Bete Emanuel (house of Emanuel), which is architecturally the finest
- Enjoy sightseeing in the capital city of Ethiopia
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Arrival + City Tour of Addis Ababa expand_more
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by one of our guides and drive about 15 minutes to your hotel.
Have sightseeing of Addis, which includes visiting the National Archeological Museum of Addis Ababa, where the fossil remains of the oldest hominid – Lucy (3.25 mil years old) is sheltered at, Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa.
Drive to Mt. Entoto (3,200 meters) to have a panoramic view of Addis.
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Day 2: Fly to Lalibela & Visit the Rock-hewn Churches expand_more
Early in the morning, drive to the airport for your flight to Lalibela. Formerly Roha, the present Lalibela town, assumed political importance as Aksumite Empire declined and ended its importance as a major political center after 1270 A.D.
After checking into Roha hotel, visit the first group of the magnificent rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, which are carved out of living volcanic tuff with a super architectural skill that the world has never seen yet, elsewhere.
These churches are registered as world heritage by UNESCO. Among churches of this group, Biete Medhane Alem (House of the Redeemer) is the largest, with 5 aisles, 72 pillars, a vaulted dome and moulding decoration. Bete Mariam (house of St. Marry) is the most decorated among the rock-hewn churches.
After lunch, visit the second group of the rock-hewn churches. Bete Emanuel (house of Emanuel) is architecturally the finest. Bete Giorgis (the house of George) is the finest of all the churches in Lalibela.
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Day 3: Fly back to Addis Ababa & Departure expand_more
Fly to Addis Ababa and spend some free time in leisure.
In the evening, transfer to the airport for your international flight.
What's Included
Room with double occupancy
All entrance fees
All meals throughout the route except BB in Addis Ababa
English-speaking professional Ethiopia guide
Local at each place where it is mandatory
Transfer in/out service with a minibus
All government tax
What's Excluded
International air ticket & embarkation fee
Domestic flight from ADD- GDQ- LLI-ADD
Hotel and meal, which is not written on the itinerary
Telephone, laundry, any payable alcohol drinks
Permits to take picture or video
Tips and any other personal interest, which is not specified in the itinerary
Know before you go
This touring plan can be organized for an individual, a group or families upon request and can also be customized as per the client request.
Meeting Point
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 1 | USD 1489 Per Person |
2 To 2 | USD 999 Per Person |
This is a group tour |