Day 1: Arriva to Addis Ababa- City tour
Arrive Addis Ababa in the morning. After a leisurely morning to relax we will spend the afternoon on a site-seeing tour of Addis Ababa.
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Day 2: Fly to Axum
As we explore Axum, and its ancient relics, a sense of adventure and imagination guides us through this mysterious and historic place.
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Day 3: Fly to Lalibela
Today you need to rise early for the short flight over the amazing rust coloured canyons and high peaks to Lalibela.
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Day 4: Excursion -Mule Riding
We visit Asheton Mariam, atop a mountain overlooking Lalibela, by mule back. The mountain views are impressive and panoramic.
In the afternoon, visit the Second group of the churches representing the heavenly Jerusalem. Overnight Hotel
Day 5: fly to Gondar (January 19)
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport and fly to Gondar.
With the castles of the Royal Enclosure, ornate churches and resplendent swimming pools, it’s easy to imagine Gondar in all of its glory as the capital of Ethiopia in the mid 1600s.
Day 6: Bahir Dar (January 20)
After breakfast you will depart for a three hour drive to Bahir Dar- the beautiful lake side city.
After a short hike through local villages and coffee farms, you will reach the monastery of Ura Kidane Meret, which is home to an important collection of crosses and crowns dating back to the 16th century. The painted maqdas, colourful and well-preserved, tell the stories of Ethiopian saints.
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Day 7: Return to Addis
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport and fly back to Addis Ababa. On arrival you will be taken for lunch at the hotel and thereafter on a short tour of Addis Ababa.
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Please note: This tour may precede or follow any other Ethiopian tours offered by Ethio Backpacker Tours.
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirement.