Northern Historic Sites Tour
Overview
Ethiopia's classic historic route in one seamless journey: cruise Lake Tana's monasteries and see the Blue Nile Falls, walk Gondar's castle compound, stand awestruck inside Lalibela's rock-hewn churches and finish among the obelisks of ancient Axum. Domestic flights connect each leg so you spend your time exploring, not driving.
- Four UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Lake Tana, Blue Nile Falls, Fasil Ghebbi, Lalibela and Axum
- All domestic legs arranged for you
Itinerary
- 1
Day 1: Arrive Bahir Dar
Fly to Bahir Dar. Afternoon boat trip on Lake Tana to the Zege Peninsula monasteries.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 2
Day 2: Blue Nile Falls & fly to Gondar
Morning excursion to the Blue Nile Falls, then continue to Gondar.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 3
Day 3: Gondar
Full day in Gondar: the Royal Enclosure, Fasiledes Bath and Debre Berhan Selassie Church.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 4
Day 4: Fly to Lalibela
Morning flight to Lalibela. Afternoon visit to the first group of rock-hewn churches.
Breakfast 4-star lodge - 5
Day 5: Lalibela to Axum
Visit Bete Giyorgis at dawn, then fly to Axum for the stelae field and St. Mary of Zion.
Breakfast 4-star hotel - 6
Day 6: Axum to Addis Ababa
Morning at leisure, then fly back to Addis Ababa for your onward connection.
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 | $2,457.00 |
| 2 people | $2,268.00 |
| 3–4 people | $2,017.00 |
| 5–6 people | $1,887.00 |
| 7–8 people | $1,764.00 |
| 9–10 people | $1,639.00 |
| 11–14 people | $1,511.00 |
| 15+ people | $1,452.00 |
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.