Flight and Drive
Hotels, Lodges, and Resorts
7 Days/6 Nights
2–12 Group Size
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Begin in Addis Ababa, visiting museums and panoramic viewpoints; cruise Lake Tana's island monasteries; explore Bahir Dar and the source of the Blue Nile; dive into Gondar's medieval castles and churches; trek the Simien Mountains for wildlife; and uncover Lalibela's rock-hewn churches with expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and rich storytelling at every step.
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Addis Ababa City tour
Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing at the National Museum (Lucy fossil), Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Entoto Park for panoramic views.
Overnight: Golden Tulip Hotel or similar, Addis Ababa
Day 2: Fly to Bahir Dar
Morning flight to Bahir Dar; boat trip on Lake Tana visiting Ura Kidane Mihret and Betre Mariam monasteries; return via the source of the Blue Nile; afternoon tour of Bahir Dar's Fish Market and Haile Selassie Palace.
Overnight: Avanti Blue Nile Resort or similar, Bahir Dar
Day 3: Drive to Gondar
Scenic 4-hour drive to Gondar; afternoon exploring the Royal Enclosure castles and Debre Berhan Selassie Church with its ancient murals.
Overnight: Haile Resort or similar, Gondar
Day 4: Drive to Simien Mountains
After breakfast, drive to Debark for park formalities, then hike into Simien Mountains National Park spotting Gelada Baboons and klipspringers.
Overnight: Simien Lodge or similar, Simien Mountains
Day 5: Drive back to Gondar
Early departure with a picnic lunch; stop at two scenic viewpoints; visit Jinbar Waterfall in the Simien escarpment before returning to Gondar.
Overnight: Haile Resort or similar, Gondar
Day 6: Fly to Lalibela for the rock-hewn churches
Morning flight to Lalibela; visit Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Mariam, Bete Meskal, Bete Denaghel, Bete Golgotha, Bete Mikael, and conclude at Bete Giorgis (St. George’s Church).
Overnight: Mezena Lodge or similar, Lalibela
Day 7: Fly Back to Addis Ababa
Attend early church service in Lalibela; visit remaining rock-hewn churches; fly (ET 121, 13:20–14:35) back to Addis Ababa, enjoy a farewell dinner, then transfer to Bole Airport for departure.
Included
Hotel accommodation (6 nights, shared room)
Domestic airfare with Ethiopian Airlines (unless USD 283 supplement)
Land transport with an air-conditioned car
All entrance fees
Professional English-speaking guide
Local guide and scout fees
Boat fees on Lake Tana
Not Included
Lunches and dinners (upon request)
International airfare
Alcoholic expenses
Photography and video recording fees
Tips for guides and drivers
Others not mentioned on the inclusion list
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