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Day Tour of the Rock Hewn Churches of Lalibela
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Lalibela
Important Information
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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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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The tour of the churches will involve some stairs to and uneven surfaces.
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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Lalibela is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia for good reason. Lalibela is home to the world-renowned 11 rock hewn churches noted as the New Jerusalem and known as the eighth wonder of the world. Each of our personalized tours of the ancient churches with our experienced guides take you deep into a bygone time, creating a mystical atmosphere of spirituality and historical intrigue.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Option to attend an early morning service in one of the churches of Lalibela
Lunch
Itinerary
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Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
Your exploration of the 11 medieval rock-hewn churches, hidden crypts and tunnels carved into the red volcanic rock starts with the northwestern cluster of churches. The visit will include
• Bet Medhane Alem (House of Holy Savior)
• Bet Maryam (House of Mary)
• Bet Meskel (House of the Cross)
• Bet Dengil (House of Virgins)
• Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha (House of Michael and Golgotha)
In the afternoon continue your tour with the churches of the southeastern cluster that include the most intricately carved exteriors of all the churches of Lalibela.
• Bet Gabriel and Rufael (House of Gabriel and Raphael)
• Bet Merkorios (House Mercurios)
• Bet Amanuel (House of Emanuel)
• Bet Abba Libanos (House of Father Libanos).
The final stop and highlight of any tour will be the famous monolithic church of St George, curved in the shape of a cross.
Lalibela is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia for good reason. Lalibela is home to the world-renowned 11 rock hewn churches noted as the New Jerusalem and known as the eighth wonder of the world. Each of our personalized tours of the ancient churches with our experienced guides take you deep into a bygone time, creating a mystical atmosphere of spirituality and historical intrigue.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Option to attend an early morning service in one of the churches of Lalibela
