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9-Day History and Culture Tour of Northern Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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On this trip, you'll see the spectacular "Smoking Water" of the Blue Nile Falls and take a boat trip to the famous island monasteries of Lake Tana. You can enjoy the breath-taking scenery of the Simien Mountains National Park and spot endemic Gelada baboons and other wildlife. You'll also explore the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, carved over 800 years ago, and admire the mediaeval castles of Gondar, described as Ethiopia's "Camelot".
Highlights
9 days
Offered in English & French
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
9 days
Offered in English & French
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Meeting Points
Departure
Venture Ethiopia
Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.
Return
Itinerary
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Day 9
Addis Ababa
4 Stops
1
National Museum of Ethiopia
you'll head to the National Museum or other museum of your choice (see options below). The National Museum is the oldest museum in Ethiopia. Its most famous exhibit is "Lucy", the 3.5 million year old skeleton whose discovery in 1974 demonstrated that bipedal hominids evolved much earlier than previously thought. The museum also holds many other palaeontological and archaeological artifacts, as well as ethnographic and modern art displays.
2 hours
2
Holy Trinity Cathedral
After the museum, there will be the chance to visit Holy Trinity Cathedral, built to commemorate Ethiopia's emancipation from the Italian occupation. The cathedral is an important focal point for the Ethiopian Orthodox church. As a place of worship, it is considered second only to the Church of Our Lady Zion in Axum (where the original Ark of the Covenant is believed to be held). The Cathedral also has its own museum with interesting artifacts from the history of the Ethiopian Church. Alternatively, you can choose to visit Entoto mountain or St George's Cathedral instead of Holy Trinity.
1 hour
3
Mercato Market
Next, you will visit the Mercato, reputedly the largest market in Africa. The Mercato is the commercial hub of Addis Ababa. A close-knit grid of streets crammed with stalls, kiosks and shops, you can buy virtually anything here, but be prepared to negotiate! Alternatively, you can choose to visit Shero Meda, a more traditional market, or seek out Addis' best souvenir shops.
1 hour
4
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The afternoon finishes with either a traditional coffee ceremony or a trip to Tomoca, Ethiopia's most famous coffee shop, before heading to your hotel at around 6:30pm.
30 minutes
9-Day History and Culture Tour of Northern Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
About
On this trip, you'll see the spectacular "Smoking Water" of the Blue Nile Falls and take a boat trip to the famous island monasteries of Lake Tana. You can enjoy the breath-taking scenery of the Simien Mountains National Park and spot endemic Gelada baboons and other wildlife. You'll also explore the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, carved over 800 years ago, and admire the mediaeval castles of Gondar, described as Ethiopia's "Camelot".
Highlights
9 days
Offered in English & French
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
9 days
Offered in English & French
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Meeting Points
Departure
Venture Ethiopia
Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.