Ethiopia · Religious & Spiritual

2-Day Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches Tour with St. George's Church

2 Days Round trip from Lalibela Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the incredible rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, carved from volcanic rock
02 Witness the architectural marvel of St. George's Church, a cross-shaped wonder
03 Unravel the mysteries of these ancient churches, built during the 12th-13th centuries
04 Immerse yourself in Ethiopia's rich history and religious heritage in Lalibela

Delve into the wonders of Lalibela, one of Ethiopia's most popular travel destinations. Famous for its rock-hewn churches, highland trekking, and sweeping views, it is a magical place along Ethiopia's northern circuit. Explore these legendary churches, marvels of engineering carved from volcanic rock, including the iconic St. George's Church. This immersive tour offers a glimpse into Ethiopia's rich history and religious heritage.

Explore these legendary churches, marvels of engineering carved from volcanic rock, including the iconic St. George's Church.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Addis Ababa, Lalibela

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Lalibela and Explore the Rock-Hewn Churches

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lalibela.
On arrival, meet your guide at the airport and transfer to the town of Lalibela.
Spend the day visiting the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, including the cross-shaped St. George church. There are no fewer than 200 churches in the Lasta Region of Lalibela, some hidden in enormous caves, but it is exceptional to find 11 churches of such master craftsmanship in one locale.
These brilliant feats of engineering and architecture are often referred to as the "Eighth wonder of the world". The churches are said to have been constructed during King Lalibela's reign in the 12th and 13th centuries, when Lalibela, then known as Roha, was the capital of the Zagwe dynasty.

Overnight at Lalibela

Day 02

Visit More Churches and Return to Addis Ababa

After breakfast, visit more rock-hewn churches in Lalibela.
Then transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. On arrival in Addis Ababa, transfer to your place.