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Discover the highlights of Ethiopia on a 5-day tour. Visit the Blue Nile Falls, the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, and the ancient city of Axum. Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tana and attend a traditional Ethiopian dinner and dance show. Day 1: Addis Ababa - Lalibela Morning: Take an early flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and freshen up. Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Begin your exploration of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its monolithic rock-hewn churches. Visit the Northwestern Cluster, which includes Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, and Bet Giyorgis, the latter being the iconic cross-shaped church. Evening: Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian dinner while experiencing a local cultural show featuring music and dance. Overnight: Lalibela. Day 2: Lalibela - Gondar Morning: Fly from Lalibela to Gondar, known as the "Camelot of Africa. "Check into your hotel upon arrival. Late Morning to Afternoon: Visit Gondar Castle (Fasil Ghebbi), a World Heritage site featuring a complex of palaces and castles. Continue to Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famous for its stunning interior with a ceiling adorned by angelic faces. Evening: Stroll through Gondar’s local markets to explore traditional crafts and enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel. Overnight: Gondar. Day 3: Gondar - Bahir Dar Morning: Depart by car to Bahir Dar (approximately 3-4 hours). Enjoy the scenic countryside views along the way. Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon: Take a boat trip on Lake Tana, the largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile. Visit two significant island monasteries: Ura Kidane Mehret: Known for its vibrant frescoes and sacred artifacts. Azwa Mariam: Smaller but equally captivating with its peaceful surroundings. Afternoon: Drive to the Blue Nile Falls. Evening: Return to Bahir Dar for a relaxed dinner by the lakeside. Overnight: Bahir Dar. Day 4: Bahir Dar - Addis Ababa - Axum Morning: Fly from Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa and connect with a flight to Axum. Afternoon: Upon arrival, visit Axum's ancient ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights include: The Obelisk of Axum, a towering granite stele. The Church of St. Mary of Zion, believed to house the Ark of the Covenant. The Queen of Sheba's Palace ruins. Evening: Relax at your hotel after a day of exploration. Overnight: Axum. Day 5: Axum - Addis Ababa Morning: Explore more of Axum, including the King Ezana’s Stele, tombs of kings, and the archaeological museum. Visit a local market to shop for traditional crafts and souvenirs. Afternoon: Fly back to Addis Ababa. Evening: Option to enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant. Overnight: Addis Ababa. N:B:- "To ensure a seamless travel experience to and within Ethiopia, I highly recommend Ethiopian Airlines for both your international and domestic flights. Renowned for its reliability, convenience, and affordable services, Ethiopian Airlines ensures a smooth and comfortable journey.

Itinerary

Day 1

• Addis Ababa – Lalibela Morning: Take an early flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela.
• Upon arrival, check into your hotel and freshen up.
• Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Begin your exploration of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its monolithic rock-hewn churches.
• Visit the Northwestern Cluster, which includes Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, and Bet Giyorgis, the latter being the iconic cross-shaped church.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian dinner while experiencing a local cultural show featuring music and dance.
• Overnight: Lalibela.

Day 2

• Lalibela – Gondar Morning: Fly from Lalibela to Gondar, known as the “Camelot of Africa.
• “Check into your hotel upon arrival.
• Late Morning to Afternoon: Visit Gondar Castle (Fasil Ghebbi), a World Heritage site featuring a complex of palaces and castles.
• Continue to Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famous for its stunning interior with a ceiling adorned by angelic faces.
• Evening: Stroll through Gondar’s local markets to explore traditional crafts and enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel.
• Overnight: Gondar.

Day 3

• Gondar – Bahir Dar Morning: Depart by car to Bahir Dar (approximately 3-4 hours).
• Enjoy the scenic countryside views along the way.
• Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon: Take a boat trip on Lake Tana, the largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile.
• Visit two significant island monasteries: Ura Kidane Mehret: Known for its vibrant frescoes and sacred artifacts.
• Azwa Mariam: Smaller but equally captivating with its peaceful surroundings.
• Afternoon: Drive to the Blue Nile Falls.
• Evening: Return to Bahir Dar for a relaxed dinner by the lakeside.
• Overnight: Bahir Dar.

Day 4

• Bahir Dar – Addis Ababa – Axum Morning: Fly from Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa and connect with a flight to Axum.
• Afternoon: Upon arrival, visit Axum’s ancient ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Highlights include: The Obelisk of Axum, a towering granite stele.
• The Church of St.
• Mary of Zion, believed to house the Ark of the Covenant.
• The Queen of Sheba’s Palace ruins.
• Evening: Relax at your hotel after a day of exploration.
• Overnight: Axum.

Day 5

• Axum – Addis Ababa Morning: Explore more of Axum, including the King Ezana’s Stele, tombs of kings, and the archaeological museum.
• Visit a local market to shop for traditional crafts and souvenirs.
• Afternoon: Fly back to Addis Ababa.
• Evening: Option to enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant.
• Overnight: Addis Ababa.
• N:B:- “To ensure a seamless travel experience to and within Ethiopia, I highly recommend Ethiopian Airlines for both your international and domestic flights.
• Renowned for its reliability, convenience, and affordable services, Ethiopian Airlines ensures a smooth and comfortable journey.