Tours
Addis Ababa City Tours
Addis Ababa City Tours – As a professional travel guide to Ethiopia, it is essential to highlight the significance of Addis Ababa in this diverse and culturally rich country. Situated at an impressive altitude of 3000 meters above sea level, Addis Ababa is not only one of the largest metropolitan cities in Africa, but it also holds the distinction of being the second highest capital in the world.
Founded in 1888 by the influential Queen of Ethiopia at that time, Empress Tiatu btul, Addis Ababa has long been regarded as the hub of Ethiopian politics, commerce, culture, and tradition. Many even affectionately refer to it as “Little Ethiopia” due to its central role in shaping the country’s identity.
Whether you are a history enthusiast exploring the grandeur of ancient civilizations or a culture lover immersing yourself in the vibrant traditions of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa offers a multitude of experiences. From its bustling markets overflowing with colorful textiles and handicrafts to its vibrant music and dance scenes, the city is a treasure trove of cultural immersion.
Moreover, Addis Ababa serves as a gateway to the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife that Ethiopia has to offer. Embark on unforgettable adventures to national parks such as the Simien Mountains or the Bale Mountains, where you can witness rare species like the Ethiopian wolf or the gelada baboon in their natural habitats.
With its blend of historical significance, cultural richness, and natural beauty, Addis Ababa is a destination that truly encapsulates the essence of Ethiopia. So, whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, allow yourself to be captivated by the charm and warmth of this remarkable city.
Tigray Rock-hewn churches
The Northern region of Tigray is the perfect scenario to enjoy an unforgettable trekking day along the sandstone ridges with astounding views through the Gueralta valley. Climbing up to the Tigray rock-hewn churches will take you back to the 4th century. Abuna Yemata Gu or Maryam Korkor are both the most famous churches.
Nevertheless, if you like a challenge and are lucky to be a man (sorry ladies, but you are not welcome here) you can climb up by rope to Debre Damo Monastery. The view from the top will make you speechless. On your way, you will witness age-old farming practices while surrounded by gelada baboons or birds of prey.
Be enchanted by the beauty and serenity of this area owned by proud people about their history and culture. Unfortunately, those suffering from vertigo may choose any other Historic tour.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROUTE
- The stelae fields in Axum
- Climbing up to the Gueralta churches
- The Historic Adwa battlefield
7 Days Tigray Rock Hewn Churches Tour
- Day 1:- Fly to Mekele, the capital city of the Tigray region. Spend the day exploring the city with a tour to the Emperor Yohanis castle, the local market and the museum. Overnight in Mekele (hotel).
Day 2:- Drive to Hawzien and visit the Wukro Cherkos rock-hewn church and Abreha we Atsebeha on the way. Overnight in Hawzien (lodge or hotel).
Day 3:- Excursion to Dugem nearby churches including Abuja Abraham Debre Tsion and Yohannis Maikudi. Drive back to Hawzien for overnight (lodge or hotel).
Day 4:- Excursion to Megab nearby churches. Trek up to a small plateau atop a sheer-sided 2,480 meters high mountain to visit Maryam Korkor Church. After descending, take a picnic and head towards Abune Yemata Guh, the most compelling church in the Tigray region. Please note that this route is not eligible for people suffering from vertigo. Drive back to Hawzien for overnight (lodge or hotel).
Day 5:- Drive to Axum via Adwa, the historic battlefield where the victory over the Italians took place in 1895. On the way, visit Debre Damo monastery, located in a 3,000 meters high cliff top, and the ruins of Yeha, dating from the 8th to 5th centuries BC. Overnight in Axum (hotel).
Day 6:- City tour in Axum, home of the ancient Axumite Empire, the Queen of Sheba and the Ark of the Covenant, and visit the Archeological Museum, the tombs, the stelae field and the Maryam Zion church. Overnight in Axum (hotel).
Day 7:- Fly to Addis Ababa with some time for souvenir shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, Inside Ethiopia Tours offers you a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. End of tour.
5 Days Tigray Rock Hewn Churches Tour
Day 1 Fly to Axum, home of the ancient Axumite Empire, the Queen of Sheba and the Ark of the Covenant. First, visit the Archeological Museum, then the tombs and the stelae field and finally the Maryam Zion church. Overnight in Axum (hotel).
Day 2 Drive to Hawzien via Adwa, the historic battlefield where the victory over the Italians took place in 1895 and visit the ruins of the Yeha temple and the ancient cliff top monastery of Debre Damo and on the way. Continue to Adigrat, an important junction link between Ethiopia and Eritrea and finally reach Hawzien for overnight. Overnight in Hawzien (lodge or hotel)
Day 3 Excursion to the main churches of Geralta Region, including the rock-hewn churches of Abuna Yemata Guh and Debre Mariam Korkor. Overnight in Hawzien (lodge or hotel).
Day 4 Drive to Mekele and visit the churches of Wukro Cherkos and Abraha Weastbeha on the way. Overnight in Mekele (hotel).
Day 5 Fly to Addis Ababa with time to do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing.In the evening, Inside Ethiopia Tours offers you a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. End of the tour.
Omo Valley Tribes 4 Days Tour
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Day 1
Flight from Addis Ababa to Arba Minch. pick you up from Arba Minch airport on your arrival and road trip to Jinka through the fertile hills of South Ethiopia and at the Gate of Jinka the warning up visit starts by exploring the life of Ari Tribe in their village. Overnight Hotel in Jinka.
Day 2
Excursions to Mago National Park and visiting the far located less visited village of the lip platted Mursi. After spending reasonable time interacting with Mursi Tribe, we will continue to the friendly Hammer Tribe and attend the daily activity inside their hut.
There is 90% probability to witness bull jumping ceremony on market days. Overnight camping in Hammer village under the bright light of thousend stars.
Day 3
Excursions to Omorate and crossing the omo river with a dugout canoe to the village of Dassenech. Then after, up on our return to Turmi, continue to hunt festivals and ceremonies in case if there was no any on the previous day. Overnight Hotel in Turmi.
Day 4
Drive back to Arba Minch, a quick visit to the world heritage of the Konso village. flight from Arba Minch to Addis Abeba. transfer you to your hotel in Addis Abeba. will be the end of the tour. or continue the tour to Bale Mountains or You can also consider Danakil Depression
Northern Historic Route
Travel through time in the Northern historic route of the Ethiopian highlands. First, starts from Bahir Dar and the source of the Blue Nile river. Then, proceed to Gondar and be enchanted by the castles built by the Kings of Ethiopia over 400 years ago. From here, enjoy an unforgettable day trekking in the Simien Mountains National Park and be amazed by the constructions found in Axum, home to the Ark of the Covenant.
If you really want to dig deep into Ethiopia’s history, do not skip a stop in the valley of Gueralta with its churches carved into sandstone from the 4th century. End your journey in Lalibela with its stunning eleven rock-hewn churches, considered as one of the Eight Wonders of the World.
Aside from the architectural skills proved by Ethiopians through time, you will be able to enjoy the lifestyle of the charming local tribes and the marvelous wildlife. Thus, if this is your first time traveling to Ethiopia, we highly recommend you to keep it simple and start here.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROUTE
- Lake Tana Monasteries
- Blue Nile falls
- Royal Enclosure in Gondar
- Trekking around the Simien Mountains
- Lalibela rock-hewn churches
- Axum stelae fields
6 Days Northern Historic Route
Day 1 Fly to Bahir Dar. Visit the local market and take a boat trip on the Lake Tana to visit the monasteries of the Zege Peninsula. In the afternoon, drive to the Blue Nile Falls for a hike in the surroundings. Overnight in Bahir Dar (hotel)
Day 2 Drive to Gondar and visit the UNESCO Royal Enclosure, a group of castles from the 17th century. In the afternoon, visit the Debre Birhan Selassie church and the Fasilides pool area. Overnight in Gondar (hotel)
Day 3 Fly to Lalibela and visit the 11 rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 4 Hike with mules to Asheton Mountain and visit a 13th century rock-hewn monastery. In the afternoon, drive to Yemrehanna Kristos, a rock-caved church located 42 km away from Lalibela. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 5 Fly to Axum and visit the Archeological Museum, the tombs, the stelae field and the Maryam Zion church. Overnight in Axum (hotel)
Day 6 Fly to Addis Ababa with time to do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, Inside Ethiopia Tours offers you a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. End of the tour
8 Days Northern Historic Route
Day 1 Fly to Bahir Dar. Visit the local market and take a boat trip on the Lake Tana to visit the monasteries of the Zege Peninsula. In the afternoon, drive to the Blue Nile Falls for a hike in the surroundings. Overnight in Bahir Dar (hotel)
Day 2 Drive to Gondar and visit the UNESCO Royal Enclosure, a group of castles from the 17th century. In the afternoon, visit the Debre Birhan Selassie church and the Fasilides pool area. Overnight in Gondar (hotel)
Day 3 Drive to the Simien Mountains National Park for trekking with overnight at the Simien Lodge or camping
Day 4 Drive to Axum through the Tekeze Valley, home of the ancient Axumite Empire, the Queen of Sheba and the Ark of the Covenant. Overnight in Axum (hotel)
Day 5 City tour in Axum with visits to the Archeological Museum, the tombs, the stelae field and the Maryam Zion church. Overnight in Axum (hotel)
Day 6 Fly to Lalibela and visit the stunning rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 7 Hike with mules to Asheton Mountain and visit a 13th century rock-hewn monastery and drive to Yemrehanna Kristos, a rock-caved church located 42 km away Lalibela. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 8 Fly to Addis Ababa with time to do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, Inside Ethiopia Tours offers you a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. End of the tour.
12 Days Northern Historic Route
Day 1 Drive to Bahir Dar and visit the Debre Libanos monastery and the Portuguese Bridge on the way. Overnight in Bahir Dar (hotel).
Day 2 Visit the local market in Bahir Dar and take a boat trip on the Lake Tana to visit the monasteries of the Zege Peninsula. In the afternoon, drive to the Blue Nile Falls for a hike in the surroundings. Overnight in Bahir Dar (hotel).
Day 3 Drive to Gondar and visit the UNESCO Royal Enclosure, a group of castles from the 17th century. In the afternoon, visit the Debre Birhan Selassie church and the Fasilides pool area. Overnight in Gondar (hotel).
Day 4 Drive to the Simien Mountains National Park for trekking with overnight at the Simien Lodge or camping
Day 5 Drive to Axum through the Tekeze Valley, home of the ancient Axumite Empire, the Queen of Sheba and the Ark of the Covenant. Overnight in Axum (hotel)
Day 6 City tour in Axum with visits to the Archeological Museum, the tombs, the stelae field and the Maryam Zion church. Overnight in Axum (hotel)
Day 7 Drive through the historic Adwa battlefield where the victory over the Italians took place in 1895 and visit the rock-hewn churches of Tigray on the way. Overnight in Hawzien (hotel or lodge)
Day 8 Excursion to the Tigray rock-hewn churches and drive to Mekele in the late afternoon. Overnight in Mekele (hotel)
Day 9 Embark on a full day of driving to Lalibela starting early in the morning, passing through the small villages to witness the countryside lifestyles of the Tigray region. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 10 Visit the stunning rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 11 Hike with mules to Asheton Mountain and visit a 13th century rock-hewn monastery and drive to Yemrehanna Kristos, a rock-caved church located 42 km away Lalibela. Overnight in Lalibela (hotel)
Day 12 Fly to Addis Ababa with time to do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, Inside Ethiopia Tours offers you a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. End of the tour