Addis Bahir Dar Lalibela Axum Holidays

Day 1: Addis Ababa

Arrival at the airport, you will be met and assisted by our representatives. In the Afternoon you will visit the National Museum (Start with the Archeological section and then proceed to the Ethnographic section to see the different lifestyles of the major Ethiopian ethnic groups). You will extend your visit to the magnificent Holy Trinity Cathedral church which was built to commemorate the Ethiopian liberation from Italian occupation. Then you will visit the largest open market in Africa "Merkato".
Overnight stay in Atlas or Similar.

Day 2: Bahir Dar

After check-in , take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit the famous ancient island monastery of Ura-Kidane-Meheret which is rich in icon painting. Continuing to the southern end of the heart shaped lake, you will visit the island of Kebran Gebriel monastery, which was built in the 14th century A.D and reconstructed in late 17th century A.D. We will return to the hotel for lunch. After lunch, drive 37 KM to the Blue Nile falls, commonly known as "Tis-isat," meaning the water that smokes. Late afternoon we shall return back to your hotel for overnight stay. Overnight stay in Bahir Dar Abay Minch Lodge.

Day 3: Lalibela

You will be met and assisted by our representatives and transfer to hotel for check-in. Still remarkable and considered world heritage (8th wonder of the world) by UNESCO, Lalibela was once a thriving capital of a medieval dynasty. You will be met and assisted by our representatives and transfer to hotel for check-in. Still remarkable and considered world heritage (8th wonder of the world) by UNESCO, Lalibela was once a thriving capital of a medieval dynasty.
Overnight stay in Lalibela Panoramic View or similar Hotel.

Day 4: Lalibela

Today continue visit to the second group of rock-hewn churches which are located south of the river "Jordan" that comprises four churches and sanctuaries of Bet Emanuel, Bet Merkorios, Bet Abba Libanos, the Chapel of Bethelehem and Bet Gabriel-Rufa'el. In the afternoon, you will be going for excursion on the back of a mule to visit the outlying church of Asheten Mariam. This church is very famous for its 12-century monastery construction and beautiful view at 10,298 ft above sea level, taking in wonderful views of the surrounding countryside from its mountain-top location.
Overnight stay in Lalibela Panoramic View or similar Hotel..

Day 5: Axum

Transfer to Lalibela Airport for departure to Axum. Visit start from the famous Axum Stellae, and then within walking distance you will find the church of saint Marry of Zion which is claimed to hold the original Ark of the Covenant. The church also contains the crowns of several Ethiopian Kings and other treasures. After lunch, you will proceed to visit King Kaleb's palace and tomb of King Remehai en route you will visit queen Sheba's bath as well as the ruins of her palace.
Overnight stay in Axum Yeha or Consular Hotel.

Day 6: Departure

Today you will fly back to Addis Ababa for an enjoyable final day including shopping, visiting the headquarters of the African Union (AU) and the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) which are located in Addis or more tour of the capital city. In the evening, after a farewell dinner at one of the Ethiopian traditional restaurants, transfer to the airport for departure.

Vehicles: North Historical for 1- 7 pax by Minibuses, 3* hotel in Addis Ababa on HB (Half board) basis for one nights and last day room day use; 2-3* hotels out of Addis Ababa on FB (full board) on Twin sharing basis, room occupancy; Meals out of Addis Ababa, including non alcoholic drinks during meals time; English speaking Guide & Local guide fees; Half day boat trip on Lake Tana in Bahir Dar; Mule for Asheten church; Transfer in and out at different sites; All entrance fees; as on the program.

Drinks and meals in Addis Ababa; Alcoholic drinks and non alcoholic drinks out of meals for all the tour; Flights; including embarkation fees, airports porters and taxes; Visa and airport taxes; Scout; Photo and Video filming fees; Laundry services; Excess baggage charges; expenses to see dances; ceremonies; Tips personal travel insurance; Hotel/airport porter fees and gratitude expenses; All personal expense; All whatever not included under the list ''service include''.