A journey along the historic route is a treasure house of nature, culture and historic riches. The lower Omo Valley in Southern Ethiopia is known as the oldest human-occupied landscape on Earth, and also one of the most unique as it remains rich in traditional culture and human history. Along this north and south route, multi-Cultural, multi-ethnic and Multi-faceted country boasting a highly diverse mix of colorful ethnic and linguistic backgrounds. The country has thus been called a cultural mosaic, due to its 80 different languages and dialects and as many, if not more, cultural varieties. Nature, History, Religion, Culture and so much more are included on this package.
Ethiopian History& Culture
Tour Code: ITO – 0010
Duration: 12N | 13D
Transportation: Flight and Drive
Tour Cover: Axum, Lalibela, Gondar, Bahirdar, Mursi, Karo, Kangaton, Dassanech, hamar, Benna, Tsemay, Arbore, Konso, …
Day 1| Arrival – City tour of Addis Ababa
Arrival and city tour of Addis Ababa. Overnight at Addis Ababa
Day 2 | Addis – Axum
Fly to Axum and visit of the ancient city of Axum and archeological site. Overnight at Axum
Day 3 | Axum – Lalibela
Fly to Lalibela and visit the rock hewn churches of Lalibela. Overnight at Lalibela
Day 4 | Lalibela – Gondar
Fly to Gondar and visit of the medieval capital city. Overnight at Gondar
Day 5 | Gondar – Bahirdar
Drive to bahirdar and visit of the monasteries of Lake Tana. Overnight Hotel. Overnight at Bahirdar
Day 6 | Bahirdar – Addis
Morning visit of Blue Nile Falls and fly back to Addis. In the afternoon leisure time. Overnight at Addis
Day 7 | Addis – Jinka
Fly from Addis to Jinka and visit of Ari village and Omo Museum. Overnight at Jinka
Day 8 | Jinka – Mursi – Turmi
Morning visit Mursi people and in the afternoon drive to Turmi for Hammar village. Overnight at Turmi
Day 9 | Turmi – Murule & Kangaton – Turmi
Excursion to Murule for Karo and Gnagatom people. Overnight at Turmi
Day 10 | Tumri – Omorate
Morning excursion to Omorate for Dassenech People and in the afternoon explore Hammar village. Overnith at Turmi
Day 11 | Turmi – Konso
Drive to Arbaminch en route visit Erbore and Konso Villages. Overnight at Konso
Day 12 | Konso – Arbaminch
Drive to Arbaminch and Boat trip on Lake Chamo and in the afternoon leisure time. Overnight at Arbaminch
Day 13 | Arbaminch – Addis
Morning drive back to Addis via Ethiopian Rift valley en route you will visit Dorze village. In the evening you will have cultural dinner then transfer to the airport. Departure. End of the tour
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Estimated Domestic Flight fare from Addis – Axum-Lalibela-Gondar-Bahirdar-Addis – Jinka would cost you about 100.00 USD if your international is Ethiopian.
Price Includes
- 12 Nights accommodation on double/twin bed basis
- All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) on full board basis
- All entrance fees according to the tour program
- Transfer from/to airport
- All ground transportation at each destination
- Boat trip on Lake Tana and Chamo
- English speaking guide at each destination
- Government Tax
Price doesn’t include
- Alcoholic drinks
- Any service in Addis Ababa
- Video and camera fees if and where applicable
· Entrance fees to any special ceremonies you might encounter by chance
· Tips, telephone calls, laundry services and other expenses of personal nature
- Non specified meals
- International and Domestic flight