Summary
A rightful wonder of the ancient world, the rock hewn churches at Lalibela are not to be missed by anyone with an interest in early Ethiopian history or religious pilgrimage sites. Make the trip with ease on this 2-day guided tour from Addis Ababa, which includes accommodation and all food and activities as per itinerary. Tour the magnificent ruins with your guide for a deeper understanding of their significance, and then observe the Sabbath Festival that takes place at the ruins every weekend.
Activities
- Camping
- General Photography
- Hiking
- Landscape photography
- Township tour
Places
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Lalibela, Ethiopia
Physical Condition
- Sportive
Connectivity
- Only Wifi
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Flight to Lalibela
Activities Included
Township tour Landscape photography General Photography Morning Drives Camping Bird Watchingour assigned driver and guide will welcome you at Lalibela Airport with an air conditioned tour bus and take you to your hotel. After breakfast, start your tour of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, visiting the Northwestern Cluster of churches - Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, Bet Danagel, Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha (entry not permitted for women, and in the afternoon, visit the Southeastern Cluster of churches – Bet Gabriel-Rufael, Bet Merkorios, Bet Amanuel, and Bet Abba Libanos. Finally, you will visit the most famous of all the churches – Bet Giyorgis, constructed in honor of the patron saint of Ethiopia – Saint George. Overnight stay at Panoramic View Hotel, Lalibela. The tour ends with the drop off at Lalibela Airport.
Day 2Church Ceremony and Return to Addis Ababa Lalibela
Early in the morning, you will be taken to one of the churches to see the religious ceremony in Lalibela. Many Local people gather on Saturdays and Sundays to attend the Sabbath Festivity. At 10:00am, you will be transferred to Lalibela Airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa.
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