13 Days Ethiopia Tours
duration
13 days
Transpotation
Flight + 4W Drive
Group Size
2-12 people
13 Days Ethiopia Tours
$1,946.00
Destinations: Addis Ababa β Bahir Dar β Gondar β Simien Mountains β Axum β Lalibela β Rift Valley β Arba Minch β Jinka β Omo Valley β Addis Ababa
Best For: Culture β’ History β’ Nature β’ Tribal Life β’ Photography
π Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa
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Meet and greet at Bole International Airport.
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Transfer to hotel and rest.
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Afternoon city tour:
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National Museum (home of Lucy)
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Holy Trinity Cathedral
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View from Mount Entoto
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Traditional coffee ceremony
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Overnight: Addis Ababa
π Day 2: Addis Ababa β Bahir Dar (Flight)
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Morning flight to Bahir Dar (1 hour).
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Visit the Blue Nile Falls (βTis Issatβ) by car and short hike.
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Afternoon boat trip on Lake Tana to visit:
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Ura Kidane Mehret Monastery on Zege Peninsula
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Evening lakeside stroll or visit a local market.
Overnight: Bahir Dar
π Day 3: Bahir Dar β Gondar (3 hrs drive)
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Drive through beautiful highland scenery.
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Explore Gondar’s Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi) β castles and palaces.
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Visit Debre Berhan Selassie Church with angel frescoes.
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Explore Fasilidesβ Bath.
Overnight: Gondar
π Day 4: Gondar β Simien Mountains National Park
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Scenic drive to the Simien Mountains (UNESCO site).
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Short hikes to see Gelada baboons, stunning views of cliffs and valleys.
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Visit the Sankaber area or Chennek (optional longer hike).
Overnight: Lodge or camping inside Simien Park
π Day 5: Simien Mountains β Axum (via Debark & Tekeze Valley)
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Long but scenic drive (~8 hours) or optional flight from Gondar to Axum.
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Arrive in Axum, the ancient capital of the Aksumite Empire.
Overnight: Axum
π Day 6: Explore Axum
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Visit:
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Obelisks of Axum
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Queen of Shebaβs Palace
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Tomb of King Kaleb
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Church of St. Mary of Zion (home of the Ark, by legend)
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Ezana Stone
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Overnight: Axum
π Day 7: Axum β Lalibela (Flight or long scenic drive)
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Fly to Lalibela or drive via Adwa and Weldiya (if overland tour).
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Rest and enjoy the cool mountain town.
Overnight: Lalibela
π Day 8: Explore Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches (North Cluster)
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Visit the famous rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO World Heritage Site:
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Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, Bete Golgotha
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Traditional coffee ceremony in the afternoon.
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Optional cultural evening with music/dance.
Overnight: Lalibela
π Day 9: Lalibela (South Cluster & Bete Giorgis)
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Visit Bete Giorgis (St. George) β the iconic cross-shaped church.
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Hike or mule ride to Asheten Maryam Monastery with panoramic views.
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Explore more churches and spend time with locals.
Overnight: Lalibela
π Day 10: Fly to Addis Ababa β Drive to Lake Langano (Rift Valley)
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Morning flight to Addis, then drive south (~4 hrs) into the Rift Valley.
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Stop at Lake Ziway (birdwatching) or Abijatta-Shalla National Park.
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Afternoon swim or relax at Lake Langano.
Overnight: Langano resort
π Day 11: Langano β Arba Minch (via Dorze Village)
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Drive through Wolayta and Gamo Highlands to Arba Minch (~6β7 hrs).
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Visit Dorze Village (famous for beehive houses and weaving).
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Sunset over Lake Chamo and Lake Abaya (Twin Lakes).
Overnight: Arba Minch
π Day 12: Arba Minch β Jinka (Omo Valley)
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Boat ride on Lake Chamo β spot hippos and Nile crocodiles.
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Drive through Konso (UNESCO cultural site) and Key Afer Market (market day depending).
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Continue to Jinka, gateway to the Omo Valley tribes.
Overnight: Jinka
π Day 13: Mursi Tribe Visit β Return to Addis Ababa (Flight from Jinka)
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Morning visit to the Mursi tribe, known for their lip plates and body art.
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Return to Jinka for flight back to Addis Ababa.
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Farewell dinner with traditional music and dance (e.g., Yod Abyssinia).
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Evening transfer to the airport or optional overnight stay.
β Tour Inclusions (Typical):
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All domestic flights (Addis-Bahir Dar, Axum-Lalibela, Jinka-Addis)
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4×4 or minivan transport with fuel and driver
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Professional English-speaking guide throughout
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All entrance fees and permits
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Accommodation in selected hotels/lodges (3β4 stars or higher on request)
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All breakfasts, some lunches/dinners
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Bottled water
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Airport transfers
Included
- All entrance fees
- Bottled Water
- 4W Drive vehicle with Driver and Fuel
- Professional Guide Service
Excluded
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, snacks)
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities or excursions
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Video and Camera Charges
Cancellation Policy
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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