6-Day Ethiopia Historic Tour with Lalibela and Lake Tana

Early in the morning, head towards Bahir Dar via Debre Markos.

On the way, visit the Portuguese bridge, said to have been the first bridge in Ethiopia.

Afterward, pass through the spectacular Blue Nile Gorge, which extends nearly 400 km and reaches depths of up to 1,500 m.

In the morning, take a boat ride on Lake Tana to visit the island monasteries, including those on the Zege Peninsula and Kibran Gabriel (not allowed for women), as well as the source of the Blue Nile River.

In the afternoon, drive to the Blue Nile Falls for a short hike in the area with a local Ethiopian guide.

End your day with a beautiful sunset over Lake Tana.

After breakfast, drive to Gondar. The four-hour journey takes you through rural villages, offering a wonderful insight into Amhara culture.

Explore Gondar's iconic sites, including the Royal Enclosure, with its six castles and several other buildings.

Visit Fasilides Bath, which is still used for Timket celebrations.

Explore the stunning Debre Birhan Selassie Church, known for its famous ceiling.

In the morning, continue driving to Lalibela via Woreta, passing through Amhara state. Enjoy stunning views as you travel through this dramatic landscape.

In the morning, begin your tour of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela with the Northwestern Cluster, including Biete Medhane Alem, Biete Maryam, Biete Meskel, Biete Danaghel, and Biete Golgotha Mikael (entry not permitted for women).

After lunch, continue to the Southeastern Cluster of churches, including Biete Gabriel-Rufael, Biete Qeddus Mercoreus, Biete Emmanuel, and Biete Abba Libanos.

Explore the famous Church of St. George.

In the morning, visit the nearby monastery of Na'akuto La'ab, set on the side of a cliff.

After the visit, proceed to the airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa.