Axum, Yeha and Rock-Hewn Churches Tour
Overview
Trace three thousand years of history: the giant granite stelae and royal tombs of ancient Axum, the moon temple of Yeha — Ethiopia's oldest standing structure — and a first taste of the rock-hewn churches perched in the Tigray mountains. Axum is also home, by tradition, to the Ark of the Covenant.
- Axum stelae field (UNESCO)
- St. Mary of Zion church complex
- Temple of Yeha
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival & first explorations — Axum & Tigray
Meet your Lendo representative and settle in before an introductory guided visit in Axum & Tigray.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 2
Day 2: Discovering Axum & Tigray
A full guided day exploring the highlights of Axum & Tigray with your English-speaking guide.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 3
Day 3: Final visits & departure
A last morning of sightseeing and shopping before your transfer for the onward journey.
Breakfast
What's included
- Twin/double room accommodation with breakfast
- All ground transportation and transfers
- Entrance fees per the itinerary
- English-speaking local guide
- 1 liter of mineral water per person per day
Not included
- International and domestic flights unless stated
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Lunches, dinners and drinks unless stated
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any other expenses not mentioned under inclusions
Pricing per person
Travel together and save — the bigger the group, the lower the per-person rate.
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $878.00 |
| 2 people | $810.00 |
| 3–4 people | $721.00 |
| 5–6 people | $674.00 |
| 7–8 people | $630.00 |
| 9–10 people | $586.00 |
| 11–14 people | $540.00 |
| 15+ people | $519.00 |
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made more than 30 days before departure incur no penalty. 29–21 days before departure: 25% of the total cost. 20–8 days before departure: 50% of the total cost. Less than 7 days before departure: 100% of the total cost.