Welcome to Lalibela, renowned for its stunning rock-hewn churches, remarkable architecture, and dramatic Lasta Mountains backdrop. This tour lets you explore the iconic monoliths, including the colossal Bet Medhane Alem and the cross-shaped Bet Giyorgis. As a living pilgrimage center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christians, Lalibela offers an immersive journey through its sacred sites, ancient tunnels, trenches, and colorful frescoes. Beyond the city, enjoy day trips to: • Yemrehana Krestos: A beautiful pre-Lalibela cave church. • Asheton Maryam Monastery: Perched high with breathtaking mountain views. A 3-day masterpiece carved into the earth.
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance for Rock churches
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Guide throughout the tour
Coffee // tea
Bottles of water as per the itinerary
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Welcome to Lalibela, renowned for its stunning rock-hewn churches, remarkable architecture, and dramatic Lasta Mountains backdrop. This tour lets you explore the iconic monoliths, including the colossal Bet Medhane Alem and the cross-shaped Bet Giyorgis. As a living pilgrimage center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christians, Lalibela offers an immersive journey through its sacred sites, ancient tunnels, trenches, and colorful frescoes. Beyond the city, enjoy day trips to: • Yemrehana Krestos: A beautiful pre-Lalibela cave church. • Asheton Maryam Monastery: Perched high with breathtaking mountain views. A 3-day masterpiece carved into the earth.
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance for Rock churches
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Guide throughout the tour
Coffee // tea
Bottles of water as per the itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Explore ancient town of Lalibela
1 Stop
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Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
On this day, fly from Addis Ababa to famousrock-hewn churches of the remarkable king Lalibela, and Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in before heading out to explore the Northwestern Cluster of churches:
- Bet Medhane Alem
-Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel
-Bet Danaghel, and Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha.
In the afternoon, visit the Southeastern Cluster of churches – Bet Gabriel-Rufael, Bet Merkorios, Bet Amanual, and Bet Abba Libanos.
Finally, visit the most famous of all the churches – Bet Giyorgis, a huge monolith in the shape of a cross, and constructed in honor of St. George, the patron saint of Ethiopia.
