29 Days Ultimate Ethiopia Tours




duration
29 days
Transpotation
Flight + 4W Drive
Tour Type
Group Tour, Private Tour
Group Size
2-12 people
29 Days Ultimate Ethiopia Tours
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Tour Name – 29 Days Combined Ethiopia Tours from Addis Ababa
No of Day/night – 29 Days & 28 Nights
Mode of transportation – Car & Flight
Day 01 Arrival and Addis Ababa City Tour
You will meet our staff upon arrival from your international flight and after breakfast, begin your exploration of Addis Ababa with visits to some of the city’s most iconic historical, cultural, and religious sites. The day includes the following highlights:
- Entoto Maryam Church: Located on the Entoto Hills, this is one of the oldest Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo churches, built in 1877 by Emperor Menelik II. The church features traditional Ethiopian architecture with octagonal domes. Inside, you’ll find a collection of royal artifacts, including Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu’s crowns, ceremonial garments, their royal bed, and a mirror gifted to the Empress by Queen Victoria.
- Entoto Hills: At an elevation of 2,900 meters above sea level, the Entoto Hills offer a stunning panoramic view of Addis Ababa. This area, once the capital before the city moved to its current location, holds great historical and spiritual significance.
- Ethnological Museum: Situated within the main campus of Addis Ababa University, this museum is housed in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie. It offers a deep insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures, with exhibits covering anthropology, music, and traditional life. It is also recognized as the first university museum in Ethiopia.
- National Museum of Ethiopia: One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, it showcases Ethiopia’s rich archaeological heritage. Here, you will find the world-famous fossil remains of Lucy (Australopithecus afarensis), as well as Selam, a remarkably complete child hominid fossil estimated to be 3.3 million years old.
- Merkato: Conclude your day with a visit to Africa’s largest open-air market. Established during the Italian occupation in the late 1930s, Merkato spans several square miles and hosts over 7,000 businesses. It offers a dynamic experience of the city’s daily life, where you can find everything from spices and textiles to handmade crafts and electronics.
Overnight Aya Addis hotel Addis Ababa
Day 02 Fly Addis Ababa to Semera and drive to Ahmed Ella
This day after breakfast you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Semera. You will meet upon arrival and drive to Afdera it is used for salt extraction. It is named after the saline Lake Afdera, located in the southern part of the Afar Depression. It is a major source of salt extraction in Ethiopia, where the Lake water is pumped to saltpans for solar evaporation. After lunch we will drive to Ahmed Ella visiting beautiful landscape of solidified lava, rock, sand and occasional palm lined oasis after you pass several small hamlets start visiting Ahmad Ella village total population of more than 500 people to see the life style of the local Afar people. Finally, precede to Salt Lake Asale a huge salty lake where you will swim in a natural pool while enjoying sunset reflections of the salty ground.
Overnight camping at Ahmed Ella
Day 03 Visit Dallol Then Drive to Erta Ale
Morning tour Drive to Ragad (Asebo), the place where the localities are mining salt. Look the activity of breaking the salt from the ground, cutting in to rectangular pieces and loading on camels. You drive ahead to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity (125 meter below sea level, one of the lowest and hottest places in the world) colorful salts mining and different terrestrial places formed by volcanic activity like bubbling oily lake creates a different experience of your trip. Then we back to Ahmad Ella for lunch then proceed to Erta Ale. We spend the night watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava. Erta Ale ranks one of the most alluring and physically challenging natural attractions anywhere in Ethiopia. It is a shield volcano with a base diameter of 30 km and 1km square caldera at its summit. Erta Ale contains the world’s only permanent lava lake. Erta Ale is 613 meters, with a lava lake, one of only five in the world, at the summit. It is notable for being the longest existing lava lake, present since the early years of the twentieth century.
Overnight camping at Erta Ale
Day 04 Drive Erta Ale to Hawzen via Mekelle
After Breakfast we will drive to Hawzen via Mekelle. On the way will visit the
Church of Abreha wa Atsbeha, was built in East Tigray around 15 km from Wukro, Cut from a single mountain rock between 335 and 340 AD by the two famous twin-brothers kings Ezana and Sayzana, later on, named Abraha and Atsbeha, this is one of the several hundreds of important rock churches in Tigrai. Their bodies are claimed to be entombed in the church. At one time the church served as a monastery but now operates as a parish church the ceiling was blackened by soot due to Queen Gudit setting a fire in the building nine centuries earlier.
Overnight Vision Hotel Hawzen
Day 05 Climb Abuna Yemata Guh Church & drive to Axum
This day after breakfast you will visit the church of
Abuna Yemata Guh. It is a monolithic church dating from the sixth century and dedicated to Abuna Yemata, one of the nine Syrian saints. The interior reveals many religious paintings, very well preserved and many religious books dating from the 13-14th century. The paintings of a few centuries younger are intact and paint the arrival of Christianity in Ethiopia in the fourth century. It is situated at a height of 2,580 meters and has to be climbed on foot to reach. The 360 degree view of the surroundings is amazing. Later drive to Axum on the way you will visit
Yeha Temple, also known as the Great Temple of Yeha, is one of the most important and oldest archaeological sites in Ethiopia. Date of Construction Believed to be built around 700 BCE (8th century BCE) with Cultural Affiliation of Pre-Aksumite civilization (linked to the Sabean culture of South Arabia) and materially carefully cut and polished limestone blocks (dry stone masonry, without mortar)
Overnight Sabean Hotel Axum
Day 06 Fly Axum to Addis Ababa
After breakfast you will visit Axum a city more than 2500 years of history, once the center of a great empire and ancient civilization, home of the original Ark of covenants. Axum is the prime historical site in the north of Ethiopia. Take a city tour that includes:-
The Coronation Yard Stele Park
The Coronation Yard sits within the famous Northern Stele Park
- This is where ancient Aksumite kings were crowned.
- The park contains towering granite stele (obelisks), some over 20 meters tall.
- The most famous is the Obelisk of Axum, which was taken to Italy in 1937 and returned to Ethiopia in 2005.
- These monuments date back to the 3rd–4th century CE and mark royal tombs.
Tomb of Kaleb and His Son Gebre Meskel
These tombs belong to King Kaleb of Axum (also known as Ella Asbeha) and his son Gebre Meskel.
- King Kaleb ruled in the 6th century CE.
- He is known for leading a military campaign to Yemen against the Jewish Himyarite king Dhu Nuwas.
- The tombs are underground stone structures with multiple chambers.
- Archaeologists believe they were never fully completed.
Ezana’s Inscriptions
These inscriptions were commissioned by King Ezana of Axum.
- They are written in Ge’ez, Sabaean, and Greek.
- They record military victories and the king’s conversion to Christianity.
- Ezana is the ruler who officially adopted Christianity in the Kingdom of Aksum in the 4th century CE.
- The inscriptions are displayed near the stele and in the museum area.
Overnight Sabean Hotel Axum
Day 07 Fly Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar
This day after breakfast you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Bahir Dar. You will be met upon arrival and drive to
Blue Nile Falls known as Tis Abay meaning great smoke it is situated on the upper course of the river about 30 kilometers downstream from the town of Bahir Dar. On arrival make a small trekking loop along the river side to view the water fall at every angle. (Note that the volume of the water could be minimal because of 2003 a hydro-electric station has taken much of the flow out of the falls except during the rainy season. Later drive back to Bahir Dar after Lunch you will have
Boat trip on Lake Tana the largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile River, on arrival we will visit Ura Kidane Mehret, one of the earliest monastic church in the peninsula. It was founded in the 14th century by the saint Betre Mariyam although the present circular church dates from the 16th century. Its interior is decorated with numerous murals painted between 100 and 250 years ago.
Overnight Naky Hotel Bahir Dar
Day 08 Drive Bahir Dar to Gondar
After breakfast you will drive to Gondar After lunch you will begin your visit to the Royal Capital of Ethiopia. Gondar was founded in 1636 by Emperor Fasiledes
Castle of Gondar Because of its historical importance and architecture, the fortress was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The complex of buildings includes Fasilides’ castle, Iyasu I’s palace, Dawit III’s Hall, Empress Mentewab’s castle, a chancellery and library from Yohannes I, a banqueting hall from the emperor Bakaffa.
Debre Birhan Selassie (The Enlightening of Trinity) It was founded in the late 17th century by Iyasu I, but the building had to be rebuilt after fire and lightning. Most other churches in Gondar were destroyed by the Dervish of Sudan; Debre Birhan Selassie escaped because it was protected by brave bees. The walls contain biblical stories, depicting several scenes of the life of Christ and various saints. Some of the scenes are brutal, beheadings are depicted with bloody detail, and the devil also made it to the colorful walls.
Fasiledes Bath is a significant historical and cultural site in Gondar. It’s a square Embattlement pool with a two storied palace situated within and it plays a crucial role in the celebration of Epiphany, the Timkat festival. The compounds walls have been slowly engulfed by the thick slithering roots of ancient badian trees that are now intertwined with the crumbling brickwork.
Overnight Haile Resort Gondar
Day 09 Gondar Excursion to Simien Mountain National Park
After breakfast the trip starts from Gondar to the famous and beautiful Simien Mountains National Park. The park is known as the roof of Africa and contains several high mountains and the only place in Ethiopia registered by the UNESCO as a natural beauty. After two hours’ drive from Gondar we will start hiking admiring Beautiful landscapes and mountains and enjoying nature. There will be a chance to see some wild animals especially the endemic Gelada Baboons. Later you will be drive back to Gondar.
Overnight Haile Resort Gondar
Day 10 Fly Gondar to Lalibela
After breakfast you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Lalibela. You will be met upon arrival and taken to your Hotel. After lunch you will Visit
Bete Golgotha‑Mika’el: a twin‑church complex marking the most sacred area, featuring the Selassie Chapel within Bete Golgotha said to house the tomb of King Lalibela and striking carved reliefs of saints inside Bete Mika’el
Bete Maryam: possibly the oldest church in the site, with an intricately painted ceiling depicting biblical scenes and windows symbolizing the Trinity and crucifixion
Bete Meskel: a small chapel carved into the courtyard of Bete Maryam, the “House of the Cross”
Bete Denagel (House of the Virgins): an intimate, grotto‑like chapel adjacent to Bete Maryam, reputed to commemorate fifty Christian nuns martyred in late antiquity
Bete Medhane Alem: the largest free‑standing monolithic church in the world, shaped like a Greek temple. Inside, dozens of columns support the vaulted ceiling, and the polished stone floor reflects shafts of light from high‑aperture windows. In one corner stand three symbolic empty graves for the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Later in the afternoon, you’ll visit the western group’s standalone masterpiece:
Bete Giyorgis (Church of Saint George): isolated on a sloping rock terrace to the southwest of the village, this church is carved in the shape of a perfect cross and often considered the most elegant of all 11. It stands in a sunken pit and is reached via tunnels and trenches
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 11 Drive Lalibela to Asheten Maryam and Na’akuto La’ab
After breakfast, you’ll journey to
Na’akuto La’ab Monastery founded by Na’akuto La’ab, the successor of King Lalibela. Inside, you’ll discover a fascinating collection of sacred artifacts believed to have belonged to Na’akuto La’ab himself: crowns, gold-painted drums, ornate crosses, a large painted canvas featuring ancient monarchs, and an illuminated Bible of remarkable beauty. Of particular interest are the ancient stone basins that collect water dripping from the cave’s roof widely regarded as holy.
Afterwards, you’ll drive on to
Asheton Maryam Church, another longstanding sanctuary packed with sacred treasures. Here, the priest graciously displays a collection of intricate crosses and a richly illustrated Bible, showcasing colorful and elaborate artworks that date back centuries.
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 12 Drive Lalibela to Yemrehana Kristos church
After breakfast at the hotel you will drive to
Yemrehana Kristos Church, it’s an ancient Ethiopian Orthodox church built inside a natural basalt cave on the slopes of Mount Abune Yosef, northeast of Lalibela. It dates back to the 11th–12th centuries and is one of the best-preserved examples of late Aksumite architecture older than the rock-hewn churches in central Lalibela. Built, not carved – Unlike Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, this one was constructed using layers of stone and wood especially olive wood panels inside the mouth of a large cave Aksumite style. Its architectural style resembles that of ancient churches from the Kingdom of Aksum, with wood-stone layered walls, cruciform windows, and beautifully carved wooden ceilings. Interior artworks, the church contains rich murals and decorated woodwork that are among the oldest surviving paintings in Ethiopian church art.
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 13 Fly Lalibela to Addis Ababa
After breakfast, you’ll spend the morning exploring the remaining rock hewn churches of Lalibela like:-
- Bete Gabriel‑Rufael (House of Archangels Gabriel and Raphael)
- Bete Marqorios (St. Mercurius/Mark the Evangelist)
- Bete Emmanuel (House of Emmanuel)
- Bete Abba Libanos (House of Abbot Libanos)
These southeastern cluster churches, carved into volcanic rock, showcase exceptional Aksumite architectural features and intricate decorative motifs unique to Lalibela, After visiting these sacred sites, you’ll be transferred to Lalibela Airport to catch your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight Aya Addis hotel Addis Ababa
Day 14 Drive Addis Ababa to Shashemene
After breakfast, continue your journey to Hawassa. En route, enjoy a visit to Abijatta-Shalla National Park, a protected area covering approximately 887 square kilometers and home to the two striking alkaline lakes, Lake Abijatta and Lake Shalla. The park’s scenery is characterized by open grasslands, dry savanna, and arid scrubland dotted with various acacia species, including umbrella thorn, red acacia, and gum acacia. Wildlife commonly seen in the area includes Grant’s gazelle and Common warthog. Abijatta-Shalla is particularly renowned for its rich birdlife, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. With nearly 300 recorded species including endemic, resident, and migratory birds the park offers exceptional birding opportunities. Common ostrich and Somali ostrich are frequently spotted, especially during the breeding
Overnight Jalo Hotel Shashemene
Day 15 Drive Shashemene to Bale Goba
After breakfast, drive from Shashemene toward Bale Mountains National Park. In the afternoon, arrive at the Park Headquarters (Dinsho).
Upon arrival, enjoy one hour hike along the nearby trail through the juniper‑hagenia forest, where you stand a good chance of spotting two endemic mammals: the Mountain Nyala and Menelik’s Bushbuck, both frequently seen in this area. Alongside mammals, keep your eyes and ears open for several Ethiopian forest bird species unique to these woodlands.
Overnight Nurobe Hotel
Day 16 Journey into Harenna Forest
Venture into the Harenna Forest, where a trail winds upward toward the Gushuralle Peak, offering sweeping views over primary cloud forest and dense stands of mountain bamboo—a striking landscape framed by misty greenery As you ascend, the bamboo belt presents the ideal habitat for the elusive Bale monkey, a rare, bamboo-specialist primate endemic to the Bale Mountains .Panoramic views and rich vegetation: The trek leads you through upper montane forest and bamboo stands, with spectacular vistas near the Gushuralle summit Unique wildlife encounters: Expect sightings of Bale monkeys in the bamboo belt, plus opportunities to see Menelik’s bushbuck, giant forest hogs, and colobus monkeys as you traverse the forest Endemic birds: The region supports forest-specialists like Abyssinian catbird, yellow‑fronted parrot, silvery‑cheeked hornbill, and white‑cheeked turaco among many others.
Overnight Nurobe Hotel
Day 17 Drive Goba to Hawassa
Morning Excursion: Sanetti Plateau & Tullu Dimtu
After breakfast, you’ll drive up into the Sanetti Plateau, averaging over 4,000 m, the largest Afro‑alpine zone in Africa and prime habitat for the endangered Ethiopian wolf—the world’s rarest canid, often seen hunting its rodent prey under open skies
Traverse the plateau, with chances to observe endemic alpine flora such as giant lobelia and Festuca grasslands. Then pass near Mount Tullu Dimtu (also spelled Tullu Deemtu), Ethiopia’s second-highest peak at approximately 4,377 m, accessible by road or a one-hour walk—offering breathtaking panoramas from the summit ridge. Finally, drive back down to Hawassa, rounding off a spectacular journey from the alpine heights to dense jungle valleys.
Overnight Haile Resort Hawassa
Day 18 Drive Hawassa to Arba Minch
After breakfast, you will visit Lake Hawassa, a beautiful Rift Valley lake measuring 16 km long and 9 km wide, with a surface area of 129 square kilometers. The lake lies at an elevation of 1,708 meters above sea level and reaches a maximum depth of 10 meters. You will also explore the lively local fish market and the lakeside area, where fishermen bring in their fresh daily catch. Afterwards, continue your drive to Arba Minch through the stunning landscapes of southern Ethiopia. Afternoon drive to
Dorze people who are expert in weaving called Shammas Weaving are a primary profession for a number of Dorze people. The shape of their house looks Elephant, in order to remember the existence of these animals around the area many years ago. They are known for their traditional weaving of huts made out of local bamboo. Enset “fake banana” is the stable food for these peoples.
Overnight Haile Resort Arba Minch
Day 19 Drive Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi
After having your breakfast you will take a boat cruise on the
Lake Chamo, the third biggest Lake in Ethiopia you will have a boat trip to see the crocodiles, hippos & aquatic bird species. The northern shores of Lake Chamo are famous for its large crocodiles, which can be seen in numbers lounging in the heat. The lake is about 32km long and provides a lush wetland habitat for many species of flora and fauna. Visit and proceed southwards to Turmi.
After breakfast you will drive to Arbore tribe, that living near Lake Chew bahir in hot and flat areas and mainly cattlemen. They are speaking their own language Arbore which is from the omotic language family. The Arbore men can have multiple wives with his first wife chosen by his father. Most Arbore children have shaved heads with the older girls often wearing a black cloth draped over their heads to protect from sun as well as a visual tradition to indicate they are unmarried virgins
Overnight Paradise Lodge in Turmi
Day 20 Drive Turmi -Kangaten (Nyangatom tribe) — Karo tribe – Turmi
This morning, we continue through the savannah with shrubs and umbrella acacia trees.
Kangaten (Nyangatom tribe) To adore their long and lean bodies, the Nyangatom women wear numerous necklaces and long Skirts from goatskins that are richly decorated They are indeed fierce warriors which is supposedly demonstrated by their custom to scar their chest; one scar for each killed enemy. Herds of cows are their most valuable property. Later drive to Kolcho, the village of
Karo people at the eastern bank of Omo River with beautiful views, Karo are famous for their intricate face and body painting practices, which they apply on their heads and torso before major events and on the weekly markets. Karo is the smallest tribes of the Omo Valley and Karo men also sculpts and shave their hair into extravagant shapes, with special ochre “caps” of hair usually containing several ostrich feathers. Then back to turmi for lunch and proceed to the
Hammer people, distinguished by the fact that their women wear leather skirts decorated with shells, wear several copper bracelets on their hands and heavy iron necklaces around their necks, symbolizing their social status, and their hair is colored with ocher and animal fat. Men, in case of victory over the enemy or a dangerous beast, fix the hairstyle with clay and decorate with ostrich feathers. This hairstyle is carefully guarded the Hamar sleep with a special borkotos chair under their neck. they are also known for their unique custom of “bull jumping,” which initiates a boy into manhood, practice of body adornment and wearing a multitude of colorful beads.
Overnight Paradise Lodge in Turmi
Day 21 Drive Turmi – Omorate – Jinka
After breakfast you will drive to Omorate crosses the Omo River to visit the
Dassanech tribe only 72 Km from Turmi, Dassanech are traditional pastoralists, but in recent years began to move to a semi-nomadic way of life. The highest expression of male beauty is the vulgar transverse scars across the entire chest and back, resembling crocodile skin. Such scars are inflicted on a body of the warrior who showed himself heroically in battle, who killed the enemy in course of tribal cattle raids. After lunch you will drive to Key Afer to visit the
Mursi village, the Mursi women, like their Surma cousins, live on the other bank of the Omo River, are famous for their large round (and not only) lip plates worn by women. There are several theories of the wearing of lip plates: disfiguring to prevent enslavement by Arabs in antiquity; protection against the penetration of evil spirits into the body through the mouth; determination of social status, showing the amount of cattle that the groom must pay as a dowry for the bride owning the plate. Mursi are unsurpassed masters of scarification. The scars on their bodies symbolize social status and past merits. The scars are created by using a razor blade and camel thorn. To achieve a bulge, an ash or a fly larva is planted in the wound, which, among other things, eliminates all possible infections. Later drive to Jinka.
Overnight Eco Omo Lodge
Day 22 Visit Ari Village and drive to Konso
After breakfast at your hotel, you will visit the Ari people, the largest ethnic group in the lower Omo Valley. They live mainly in the fertile highlands around Jinka and are primarily settled farmers.
Their lifestyle and economy are based on agriculture, cultivating crops such as maize, sorghum, coffee, fruits, and false banana. Thanks to their productive land, they supply a significant portion of food to the wider Omo Valley region. In addition to farming, they practice livestock keeping and are known for their craftsmanship, including pottery, weaving, blacksmithing, and the distillation of traditional liquor.
Ari homes are often beautifully decorated with natural materials like charcoal, clay, and ash, reflecting their rich cultural traditions.
Overnight Kanta Lodge Konso
Day 23 Visit Konso village and drive to Sodo
After breakfast you will visit
Konso village, one of the UNESCO site in Ethiopia know by their terracing in order to protect against soil erosion from the sporadic and often heavy rainfall in the region. The villages are encircled by one to six concentric rings of stone walls, mainly consisting of basalt boulders. The age of each town is classified by a generation pole and each family lives in compounds that are accessible only through gateways that require the visitor to enter on all fours thereby rendering any potential attackers vulnerable. One of the best types of coffee for the country is also from this village. Later drive to Sodo.
Overnight Haile Hotel Konso
Day 24 Drive Sodo to Awash National Park
This day after breakfast we will drive to Awash National Park, its covers 850 square kilometers of acacia woodland and grassland. Further south of the park the Awash River gorge has amazing waterfalls, such as awash falls. In the upper Kudu Valley hot springs amid groves of palm trees thrives at the river bed. In this park you have a chance to see some kind of wild animals and bird species like Beisa oryxes are common here for their populations. Other species that live within these park are Soemmerring’s gazelles, Olive and Hamadryas baboons also Nile crocodiles are found in Awash River valleys.
Overnight Awash Doho lodge
Day 25 Drive Awash to Harar
After breakfast you will drive to Harar. On arrival transfer to Hotel refresh and begin sightseeing of Harar. The Best Experiences of Harar is to see the hyena man .These hyena men feed hyenas just outside of the city walls from a stick held between their teeth or with their bare hands. The practice has been going on for hundreds of years and the practice is going on today. We will see this unique interaction.
Overnight Royal Sun Shine Hotel Harar
Day 26 Fly Dire Dawa to Addis Ababa
This day after breakfast you will visit Harar, it’s the fourth most important city in Islam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was home to the French poet Rimbaud and it offers a brilliant, immersive experience into Ethiopian culture. Emir Nur built a protection wall called Jegol in the 1560s. The old city is now still circled by this wall a new one extended outside of the wall. It has 5 gates to enter into the old city. It has narrow streets with colorful houses, lots of mosques, and shrines. Later drive to Dire Dawa passing through Aweday chat market. Upon arrival in Dire Dawa you will catch flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 27: Addis Ababa – Leisure and Shopping
After breakfast, you will have a relaxing day in Addis Ababa. Depending on your interests and flight schedule, you may enjoy some leisure time in the city, do last-minute shopping, or visit local souvenir shops to purchase traditional Ethiopian handicrafts, coffee, spices, textiles, and other memorable gifts. You may also have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and experience the warm hospitality of the local people. The remainder of the day will be at leisure, allowing you to relax at your hotel and prepare for the final days of your Ethiopian adventure.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 28: Addis Ababa – Cultural Experience and Farewell Dinner
After breakfast, you will have a free morning to relax or explore more of Addis Ababa according to your interests. You may visit local cultural centers, handicraft shops, or enjoy some final shopping in the city. In the afternoon, you will have time to relax at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a memorable traditional Ethiopian farewell dinner, accompanied by traditional Ethiopian music and cultural dances representing different regions of the country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to experience Ethiopia’s rich cultural diversity and celebrate the conclusion of your journey. After dinner, return to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Ethiopia.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 29: Addis Ababa – Departure
After breakfast, you will have some free time depending on your international flight schedule. You may relax at the hotel or complete any final shopping before your departure. At the appropriate time, our representative will transfer you to Bole International Airport for your international departure flight. We hope you leave Ethiopia with unforgettable memories of its ancient history, magnificent landscapes, diverse cultures, fascinating wildlife, and warm hospitality.END OF SERVICE.
Tour Name –29 Days Ultimate Ethiopia Tours from Addis Ababa
No of Day/night – 29 Days & 28 Nights
Mode of transportation – Car & Flight
Day 01 Arrival and Addis Ababa City Tour
You will meet our staff upon arrival from your international flight and after breakfast, begin your exploration of Addis Ababa with visits to some of the city’s most iconic historical, cultural, and religious sites. The day includes the following highlights:
- Entoto Maryam Church: Located on the Entoto Hills, this is one of the oldest Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo churches, built in 1877 by Emperor Menelik II. The church features traditional Ethiopian architecture with octagonal domes. Inside, you’ll find a collection of royal artifacts, including Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu’s crowns, ceremonial garments, their royal bed, and a mirror gifted to the Empress by Queen Victoria.
- Entoto Hills: At an elevation of 2,900 meters above sea level, the Entoto Hills offer a stunning panoramic view of Addis Ababa. This area, once the capital before the city moved to its current location, holds great historical and spiritual significance.
- Ethnological Museum: Situated within the main campus of Addis Ababa University, this museum is housed in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie. It offers a deep insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures, with exhibits covering anthropology, music, and traditional life. It is also recognized as the first university museum in Ethiopia.
- National Museum of Ethiopia: One of the most important museums in sub-Saharan Africa, it showcases Ethiopia’s rich archaeological heritage. Here, you will find the world-famous fossil remains of Lucy (Australopithecus afarensis), as well as Selam, a remarkably complete child hominid fossil estimated to be 3.3 million years old.
- Merkato: Conclude your day with a visit to Africa’s largest open-air market. Established during the Italian occupation in the late 1930s, Merkato spans several square miles and hosts over 7,000 businesses. It offers a dynamic experience of the city’s daily life, where you can find everything from spices and textiles to handmade crafts and electronics.
Overnight Aya Addis hotel Addis Ababa
Day 02 Fly Addis Ababa to Semera and drive to Ahmed Ella
This day after breakfast you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Semera. You will meet upon arrival and drive to Afdera it is used for salt extraction. It is named after the saline Lake Afdera, located in the southern part of the Afar Depression. It is a major source of salt extraction in Ethiopia, where the Lake water is pumped to saltpans for solar evaporation. After lunch we will drive to Ahmed Ella visiting beautiful landscape of solidified lava, rock, sand and occasional palm lined oasis after you pass several small hamlets start visiting Ahmad Ella village total population of more than 500 people to see the life style of the local Afar people. Finally, precede to Salt Lake Asale a huge salty lake where you will swim in a natural pool while enjoying sunset reflections of the salty ground.
Overnight camping at Ahmed Ella
Day 03 Visit Dallol Then Drive to Erta Ale
Morning tour Drive to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity (125 meter below sea level, one of the lowest and hottest places in the world) colorful salts mining and different terrestrial places formed by volcanic activity like bubbling oily lake creates a different experience of your trip. Then we back to Ahmad Ella for lunch then proceed to Erta Ale. We spend the night watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava. Erta Ale ranks one of the most alluring and physically challenging natural attractions anywhere in Ethiopia. It is a shield volcano with a base diameter of 30 km and 1km square caldera at its summit. Erta Ale contains the world’s only permanent lava lake. Erta Ale is 613 meters, with a lava lake, one of only five in the world, at the summit. It is notable for being the longest existing lava lake, present since the early years of the twentieth century.
Overnight camping at Erta Ale
Day 04 Drive Erta Ale to Hawzen via Mekelle
After Breakfast we will drive to Hawzen via Mekelle. On the way will visit the
Church of Abreha wa Atsbeha, was built in East Tigray around 15 km from Wukro, Cut from a single mountain rock between 335 and 340 AD by the two famous twin-brothers kings Ezana and Sayzana, later on, named Abraha and Atsbeha, this is one of the several hundreds of important rock churches in Tigrai. Their bodies are claimed to be entombed in the church. At one time the church served as a monastery but now operates as a parish church the ceiling was blackened by soot due to Queen Gudit setting a fire in the building nine centuries earlier.
Overnight Vision Hotel Hawzen
Day 05 Climb Abuna Yemata Guh Church & drive to Axum
This day after breakfast you will visit the church of
Abuna Yemata Guh. It is a monolithic church dating from the sixth century and dedicated to Abuna Yemata, one of the nine Syrian saints. The interior reveals many religious paintings, very well preserved and many religious books dating from the 13-14th century. The paintings of a few centuries younger are intact and paint the arrival of Christianity in Ethiopia in the fourth century. It is situated at a height of 2,580 meters and has to be climbed on foot to reach. The 360 degree view of the surroundings is amazing. Later drive to Axum on the way you will visit
Yeha Temple, also known as the Great Temple of Yeha, is one of the most important and oldest archaeological sites in Ethiopia. Date of Construction Believed to be built around 700 BCE (8th century BCE) with Cultural Affiliation of Pre-Aksumite civilization (linked to the Sabean culture of South Arabia) and materially carefully cut and polished limestone blocks (dry stone masonry, without mortar)
Overnight Sabean Hotel Axum
Day 06 Fly Axum to Addis Ababa
After breakfast you will visit Axum a city more than 2500 years of history, once the center of a great empire and ancient civilization, home of the original Ark of covenants. Axum is the prime historical site in the north of Ethiopia. Take a city tour that includes:-
The Coronation Yard Stele Park
The Coronation Yard sits within the famous Northern Stele Park
- This is where ancient Aksumite kings were crowned.
- The park contains towering granite stele (obelisks), some over 20 meters tall.
- The most famous is the Obelisk of Axum, which was taken to Italy in 1937 and returned to Ethiopia in 2005.
- These monuments date back to the 3rd–4th century CE and mark royal tombs.
Tomb of Kaleb and His Son Gebre Meskel
These tombs belong to King Kaleb of Axum (also known as Ella Asbeha) and his son Gebre Meskel.
- King Kaleb ruled in the 6th century CE.
- He is known for leading a military campaign to Yemen against the Jewish Himyarite king Dhu Nuwas.
- The tombs are underground stone structures with multiple chambers.
- Archaeologists believe they were never fully completed.
Ezana’s Inscriptions
These inscriptions were commissioned by King Ezana of Axum.
- They are written in Ge’ez, Sabaean, and Greek.
- They record military victories and the king’s conversion to Christianity.
- Ezana is the ruler who officially adopted Christianity in the Kingdom of Aksum in the 4th century CE.
- The inscriptions are displayed near the stele and in the museum area.
Overnight Aya Addis hotel Addis Ababa
Day 07 Fly Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bahir Dar. Upon arrival, meet your guide and drive to Blue Nile Falls. Enjoy a scenic walk along riverside trails and take in the breathtaking views of the waterfall from several viewpoints. Surrounded by lush vegetation. During the rainy season, the falls are at their most powerful, although water flow may vary at other times of the year due to the upstream hydroelectric dam.
After lunch enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile River. Cruise across its tranquil waters to the Zege Peninsula, where you will visit the historic Ura Kidane Mehret Monastery. Founded in the 14th century, this renowned monastery is celebrated for its traditional circular architecture, beautifully preserved ancient murals illustrating biblical scenes and Ethiopian saints, and its remarkable collection of religious manuscripts and ceremonial treasures.
Overnight Naky Hotel Bahir Dar
Day 08 Drive Bahir Dar to Gondar
After breakfast you will drive to Gondar After lunch you will begin your visit to the Royal Capital of Ethiopia. Gondar was founded in 1636 by Emperor Fasiledes
Castle of Gondar Because of its historical importance and architecture, the fortress was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The complex of buildings includes Fasilides’ castle, Iyasu I’s palace, Dawit III’s Hall, Empress Mentewab’s castle, a chancellery and library from Yohannes I, a banqueting hall from the emperor Bakaffa.
Debre Birhan Selassie (The Enlightening of Trinity) It was founded in the late 17th century by Iyasu I, but the building had to be rebuilt after fire and lightning. Most other churches in Gondar were destroyed by the Dervish of Sudan; Debre Birhan Selassie escaped because it was protected by brave bees. The walls contain biblical stories, depicting several scenes of the life of Christ and various saints. Some of the scenes are brutal, beheadings are depicted with bloody detail, and the devil also made it to the colorful walls.
Fasiledes Bath is a significant historical and cultural site in Gondar. It’s a square Embattlement pool with a two storied palace situated within and it plays a crucial role in the celebration of Epiphany, the Timkat festival. The compounds walls have been slowly engulfed by the thick slithering roots of ancient badian trees that are now intertwined with the crumbling brickwork.
Overnight Haile Resort Gondar
Day 09 Gondar Excursion to Simien Mountain National Park
After breakfast the trip starts from Gondar to the famous and beautiful Simien Mountains National Park. The park is known as the roof of Africa and contains several high mountains and the only place in Ethiopia registered by the UNESCO as a natural beauty. After two hours’ drive from Gondar we will start hiking admiring Beautiful landscapes and mountains and enjoying nature. There will be a chance to see some wild animals especially the endemic Gelada Baboons. Later you will be drive back to Gondar.
Overnight Haile Resort Gondar
Day 10 Fly Gondar to Lalibela
After breakfast you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Lalibela. You will be met upon arrival and taken to your Hotel. After lunch you will Visit
Bete Golgotha‑Mika’el: a twin‑church complex marking the most sacred area, featuring the Selassie Chapel within Bete Golgotha said to house the tomb of King Lalibela and striking carved reliefs of saints inside Bete Mika’el
Bete Maryam: possibly the oldest church in the site, with an intricately painted ceiling depicting biblical scenes and windows symbolizing the Trinity and crucifixion
Bete Meskel: a small chapel carved into the courtyard of Bete Maryam, the “House of the Cross”
Bete Denagel (House of the Virgins): an intimate, grotto‑like chapel adjacent to Bete Maryam, reputed to commemorate fifty Christian nuns martyred in late antiquity
Bete Medhane Alem: the largest free‑standing monolithic church in the world, shaped like a Greek temple. Inside, dozens of columns support the vaulted ceiling, and the polished stone floor reflects shafts of light from high‑aperture windows. In one corner stand three symbolic empty graves for the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Later in the afternoon, you’ll visit the western group’s standalone masterpiece:
Bete Giyorgis (Church of Saint George): isolated on a sloping rock terrace to the southwest of the village, this church is carved in the shape of a perfect cross and often considered the most elegant of all 11. It stands in a sunken pit and is reached via tunnels and trenches
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 11 Drive Lalibela to Asheten Maryam and Na’akuto La’ab
After breakfast, you’ll journey to
Na’akuto La’ab Monastery founded by Na’akuto La’ab, the successor of King Lalibela. Inside, you’ll discover a fascinating collection of sacred artifacts believed to have belonged to Na’akuto La’ab himself: crowns, gold-painted drums, ornate crosses, a large painted canvas featuring ancient monarchs, and an illuminated Bible of remarkable beauty. Of particular interest are the ancient stone basins that collect water dripping from the cave’s roof widely regarded as holy.
Afterwards, you’ll drive on to
Asheton Maryam Church, another longstanding sanctuary packed with sacred treasures. Here, the priest graciously displays a collection of intricate crosses and a richly illustrated Bible, showcasing colorful and elaborate artworks that date back centuries.
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 12 Drive Lalibela to Yemrehana Kristos church
After breakfast at the hotel you will drive to
Yemrehana Kristos Church, it’s an ancient Ethiopian Orthodox church built inside a natural basalt cave on the slopes of Mount Abune Yosef, northeast of Lalibela. It dates back to the 11th–12th centuries and is one of the best-preserved examples of late Aksumite architecture older than the rock-hewn churches in central Lalibela. Built, not carved – Unlike Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, this one was constructed using layers of stone and wood especially olive wood panels inside the mouth of a large cave Aksumite style. Its architectural style resembles that of ancient churches from the Kingdom of Aksum, with wood-stone layered walls, cruciform windows, and beautifully carved wooden ceilings. Interior artworks, the church contains rich murals and decorated woodwork that are among the oldest surviving paintings in Ethiopian church art.
Overnight Maribela Hotel Lalibela
Day 13 Fly Lalibela to Addis Ababa
After breakfast, you’ll spend the morning exploring the remaining rock hewn churches of Lalibela like:-
- Bete Gabriel‑Rufael (House of Archangels Gabriel and Raphael)
- Bete Marqorios (St. Mercurius/Mark the Evangelist)
- Bete Emmanuel (House of Emmanuel)
- Bete Abba Libanos (House of Abbot Libanos)
These southeastern cluster churches, carved into volcanic rock, showcase exceptional Aksumite architectural features and intricate decorative motifs unique to Lalibela, After visiting these sacred sites, you’ll be transferred to Lalibela Airport to catch your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight Aya Addis hotel Addis Ababa
Day 14 Drive Addis Ababa to Shashemene
After breakfast, continue your journey to Hawassa. En route, enjoy a visit to Abijatta-Shalla National Park, a protected area covering approximately 887 square kilometers and home to the two striking alkaline lakes, Lake Abijatta and Lake Shalla. The park’s scenery is characterized by open grasslands, dry savanna, and arid scrubland dotted with various acacia species, including umbrella thorn, red acacia, and gum acacia. Wildlife commonly seen in the area includes Grant’s gazelle and Common warthog. Abijatta-Shalla is particularly renowned for its rich birdlife, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. With nearly 300 recorded species including endemic, resident, and migratory birds the park offers exceptional birding opportunities. Common ostrich and Somali ostrich are frequently spotted, especially during the breeding
Overnight Jalo Hotel Shashemene
Day 15 Drive Shashemene to Bale Goba
After breakfast, depart from Shashemene and drive toward Bale Mountains National Park. In the afternoon, arrive at the park headquarters in Dinsho, the gateway to one of Ethiopia’s most spectacular natural landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy guided hike through the beautiful juniper and hagenia forests surrounding Dinsho. This area offers excellent opportunities to spot two of Ethiopia’s endemic mammals the graceful Mountain Nyala and Menelik’s Bushbuck both commonly seen near the park headquarters. The forest is also rich in birdlife and visitors may encounter several Ethiopian highland bird species unique to these montane woodlands.
Overnight Nurobe Hotel
Day 16 Journey into Harenna Forest
Venture into the Harenna Forest, where a trail winds upward toward the Gushuralle Peak, offering sweeping views over primary cloud forest and dense stands of mountain bamboo—a striking landscape framed by misty greenery As you ascend, the bamboo belt presents the ideal habitat for the elusive Bale monkey, a rare, bamboo-specialist primate endemic to the Bale Mountains .Panoramic views and rich vegetation: The trek leads you through upper montane forest and bamboo stands, with spectacular vistas near the Gushuralle summit Unique wildlife encounters: Expect sightings of Bale monkeys in the bamboo belt, plus opportunities to see Menelik’s bushbuck, giant forest hogs, and colobus monkeys as you traverse the forest Endemic birds: The region supports forest-specialists like Abyssinian catbird, yellow‑fronted parrot, silvery‑cheeked hornbill, and white‑cheeked turaco among many others.
Overnight Nurobe Hotel
Day 17 Drive Goba to Hawassa
Morning Excursion: Sanetti Plateau & Tullu Dimtu
After breakfast, you’ll drive up into the Sanetti Plateau, averaging over 4,000 m, the largest Afro‑alpine zone in Africa and prime habitat for the endangered Ethiopian wolf—the world’s rarest canid, often seen hunting its rodent prey under open skies
Traverse the plateau, with chances to observe endemic alpine flora such as giant lobelia and Festuca grasslands. Then pass near Mount Tullu Dimtu (also spelled Tullu Deemtu), Ethiopia’s second-highest peak at approximately 4,377 m, accessible by road or a one-hour walk—offering breathtaking panoramas from the summit ridge. Finally, drive back down to Hawassa, rounding off a spectacular journey from the alpine heights to dense jungle valleys.
Overnight Haile Resort Hawassa
Day 18 Drive Hawassa to Arba Minch
After breakfast, you will visit Lake Hawassa, a beautiful Rift Valley lake measuring 16 km long and 9 km wide, with a surface area of 129 square kilometers. The lake lies at an elevation of 1,708 meters above sea level and reaches a maximum depth of 10 meters. You will also explore the lively local fish market and the lakeside area, where fishermen bring in their fresh daily catch. Afterwards, continue your drive to Arba Minch through the stunning landscapes of southern Ethiopia. Afternoon drive to
Dorze people who are expert in weaving called Shammas Weaving are a primary profession for a number of Dorze people. The shape of their house looks Elephant, in order to remember the existence of these animals around the area many years ago. They are known for their traditional weaving of huts made out of local bamboo. Enset “fake banana” is the stable food for these peoples.
Overnight Haile Resort Arba Minch
Day 19 Drive Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi
After having your breakfast you will take a boat cruise on the
Lake Chamo, the third biggest Lake in Ethiopia you will have a boat trip to see the crocodiles, hippos & aquatic bird species. The northern shores of Lake Chamo are famous for its large crocodiles, which can be seen in numbers lounging in the heat. The lake is about 32km long and provides a lush wetland habitat for many species of flora and fauna. Visit and proceed southwards to Turmi.
After breakfast you will drive to Arbore tribe, that living near Lake Chew bahir in hot and flat areas and mainly cattlemen. They are speaking their own language Arbore which is from the omotic language family. The Arbore men can have multiple wives with his first wife chosen by his father. Most Arbore children have shaved heads with the older girls often wearing a black cloth draped over their heads to protect from sun as well as a visual tradition to indicate they are unmarried virgins
Overnight Paradise Lodge in Turmi
Day 20 Drive Turmi -Kangaten (Nyangatom tribe) — Karo tribe – Turmi
This morning, we continue through the savannah with shrubs and umbrella acacia trees.
Kangaten (Nyangatom tribe) To adore their long and lean bodies, the Nyangatom women wear numerous necklaces and long Skirts from goatskins that are richly decorated They are indeed fierce warriors which is supposedly demonstrated by their custom to scar their chest; one scar for each killed enemy. Herds of cows are their most valuable property. Later drive to Kolcho, the village of
Karo people at the eastern bank of Omo River with beautiful views, Karo are famous for their intricate face and body painting practices, which they apply on their heads and torso before major events and on the weekly markets. Karo is the smallest tribes of the Omo Valley and Karo men also sculpts and shave their hair into extravagant shapes, with special ochre “caps” of hair usually containing several ostrich feathers. Then back to turmi for lunch and proceed to the
Hammer people, distinguished by the fact that their women wear leather skirts decorated with shells, wear several copper bracelets on their hands and heavy iron necklaces around their necks, symbolizing their social status, and their hair is colored with ocher and animal fat. Men, in case of victory over the enemy or a dangerous beast, fix the hairstyle with clay and decorate with ostrich feathers. This hairstyle is carefully guarded the Hamar sleep with a special borkotos chair under their neck. they are also known for their unique custom of “bull jumping,” which initiates a boy into manhood, practice of body adornment and wearing a multitude of colorful beads.
Overnight Paradise Lodge in Turmi
Day 21 Drive Turmi – Omorate – Jinka
After breakfast you will drive to Omorate crosses the Omo River to visit the
Dassanech tribe only 72 Km from Turmi, Dassanech are traditional pastoralists, but in recent years began to move to a semi-nomadic way of life. The highest expression of male beauty is the vulgar transverse scars across the entire chest and back, resembling crocodile skin. Such scars are inflicted on a body of the warrior who showed himself heroically in battle, who killed the enemy in course of tribal cattle raids. After lunch you will drive to Key Afer to visit the
Mursi village, the Mursi women, like their Surma cousins, live on the other bank of the Omo River, are famous for their large round (and not only) lip plates worn by women. There are several theories of the wearing of lip plates: disfiguring to prevent enslavement by Arabs in antiquity; protection against the penetration of evil spirits into the body through the mouth; determination of social status, showing the amount of cattle that the groom must pay as a dowry for the bride owning the plate. Mursi are unsurpassed masters of scarification. The scars on their bodies symbolize social status and past merits. The scars are created by using a razor blade and camel thorn. To achieve a bulge, an ash or a fly larva is planted in the wound, which, among other things, eliminates all possible infections. Later drive to Jinka.
Overnight Eco Omo Lodge
Day 22 Visit Ari Village and drive to Konso
After breakfast at your hotel, you will visit the Ari people, the largest ethnic group in the lower Omo Valley. They live mainly in the fertile highlands around Jinka and are primarily settled farmers.
Their lifestyle and economy are based on agriculture, cultivating crops such as maize, sorghum, coffee, fruits, and false banana. Thanks to their productive land, they supply a significant portion of food to the wider Omo Valley region. In addition to farming, they practice livestock keeping and are known for their craftsmanship, including pottery, weaving, blacksmithing, and the distillation of traditional liquor.
Ari homes are often beautifully decorated with natural materials like charcoal, clay, and ash, reflecting their rich cultural traditions.
Overnight Kanta Lodge Konso
Day 23 Visit Konso village and drive to Sodo
After breakfast you will visit
Konso village, one of the UNESCO site in Ethiopia know by their terracing in order to protect against soil erosion from the sporadic and often heavy rainfall in the region. The villages are encircled by one to six concentric rings of stone walls, mainly consisting of basalt boulders. The age of each town is classified by a generation pole and each family lives in compounds that are accessible only through gateways that require the visitor to enter on all fours thereby rendering any potential attackers vulnerable. One of the best types of coffee for the country is also from this village. Later drive to Sodo.
Overnight Haile Hotel Sodo
Day 24 Drive Sodo to Awash National Park
This day after breakfast we will drive to Awash National Park, its covers 850 square kilometers of acacia woodland and grassland. Further south of the park the Awash River gorge has amazing waterfalls, such as awash falls. In the upper Kudu Valley hot springs amid groves of palm trees thrives at the river bed. In this park you have a chance to see some kind of wild animals and bird species like Beisa oryxes are common here for their populations. Other species that live within these park are Soemmerring’s gazelles, Olive and Hamadryas baboons also Nile crocodiles are found in Awash River valleys.
Overnight Awash Doho lodge
Day 25 Drive Awash to Harar
After breakfast you will drive to Harar. On arrival transfer to Hotel refresh and begin sightseeing of Harar. The Best Experiences of Harar is to see the hyena man .These hyena men feed hyenas just outside of the city walls from a stick held between their teeth or with their bare hands. The practice has been going on for hundreds of years and the practice is going on today. We will see this unique interaction.
Overnight Royal Sun Shine Hotel Harar
Day 26 Fly Dire Dawa to Addis Ababa
This day after breakfast you will visit Harar, it’s the fourth most important city in Islam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was home to the French poet Rimbaud and it offers a brilliant, immersive experience into Ethiopian culture. Emir Nur built a protection wall called Jegol in the 1560s. The old city is now still circled by this wall a new one extended outside of the wall. It has 5 gates to enter into the old city. It has narrow streets with colorful houses, lots of mosques, and shrines. Later drive to Dire Dawa passing through Aweday chat market. Upon arrival in Dire Dawa you will catch flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 27: Addis Ababa – Leisure and Shopping
After breakfast, you will have a relaxing day in Addis Ababa. Depending on your interests and flight schedule, you may enjoy some leisure time in the city, do last-minute shopping, or visit local souvenir shops to purchase traditional Ethiopian handicrafts, coffee, spices, textiles, and other memorable gifts. You may also have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and experience the warm hospitality of the local people. The remainder of the day will be at leisure, allowing you to relax at your hotel and prepare for the final days of your Ethiopian adventure.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 28: Addis Ababa – Cultural Experience and Farewell Dinner
After breakfast, you will have a free morning to relax or explore more of Addis Ababa according to your interests. You may visit local cultural centers, handicraft shops, or enjoy some final shopping in the city. In the afternoon, you will have time to relax at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a memorable traditional Ethiopian farewell dinner, accompanied by traditional Ethiopian music and cultural dances representing different regions of the country. This will be a wonderful opportunity to experience Ethiopia’s rich cultural diversity and celebrate the conclusion of your journey. After dinner, return to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Ethiopia.
Overnight Aya Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa
Day 29: Addis Ababa – Departure
After breakfast, you will have some free time depending on your international flight schedule. You may relax at the hotel or complete any final shopping before your departure. At the appropriate time, our representative will transfer you to Bole International Airport for your international departure flight. We hope you leave Ethiopia with unforgettable memories of its ancient history, magnificent landscapes, diverse cultures, fascinating wildlife, and warm hospitality.
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Included
- 4x4 WD transportation with driver
- Airport pickup/ drop off
- All entrance fees as per the program
- Car with professional drivers
- Daily unlimited bottle of water
- English speaking professional guides
- Hotel accommodation in a double/twin room with breakfast
Excluded
- International and domestic air ticket costs
- Alcohol drinks
- Gratitude and personal expense
- Lunches and dinners
- Other personal expenses
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Video and photographing fees
- Visa and immigration fees
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At Aman Ethiopia Tour & Travel, we strive to provide flexibility and customer satisfaction. Our cancellation and booking policy combines standard, promotional, and flexible options to ensure a seamless experience for our clients.
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