Overview
Rock-hewn churches, castle towns, escarpment trekking and the original coffee ceremony.
Ethiopia's northern historic route is a cultural journey rather than a wildlife one, and it suits groups who want something to think about. We keep the flying short with domestic hops between Gondar, Lalibela and Addis, and build in the slow moments — a coffee ceremony, an injera lunch, an hour on the escarpment at Simien watching gelada troops.
Day by day
Day 1
Addis Ababa
Arrival, National Museum and a traditional dinner with music.
Day 2
Gondar
Fly north to the castle compound of Fasil Ghebbi and Debre Berhan Selassie.
Day 3
Simien Mountains
Drive to the escarpment for gelada baboons and views to the lowlands.
Day 4
Lalibela
Fly to Lalibela for the northern group of rock-hewn churches.
Day 5
Lalibela churches
The eastern group, Bet Giyorgis and an afternoon coffee ceremony.
Day 6
Departure
Fly to Addis for international connections, with a day room on request.
What's included
- Domestic flights on the historic route
- All entrance and church fees
- English-speaking cultural guide
- Accommodation on half board
- Simien park fees and scout
Not included
- International flights
- Visas and insurance
- Drinks
- Gratuities
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