Explore the highlights of Ethiopia in comfort and style during this 11 day tour. Staying in boutique lodges across the country, you will see everything from the ancient palaces of Gondar to the towering peaks of the Simien Mountains. Along the way, cruise along the iconic Blue Nile, encounter endemic wildlife in national parks and eat traditional Ethiopian food in some of the country's finest restaurants. On your final morning, enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Addis Ababa before transferring to the airport for your departure flight.
Day 1 - Addis Ababa
- What to expect in Ethiopia
- Transfer from Addis Ababa airport to your hotel
- Addis Ababa city tour
Day 2 - Axum
- Flight: Addis Ababa to Axum
- Axum City tour
Day 3 - Lalibela
- Flight: Axum to Lalibela
- Visit the Northwestern Cluster of churches
Day 4 - Lalibela
- Half-day excursion to Yimrehane Kristos
- Lunch at Ben Abeba
- Visit the Southeastern Cluster of churches
Day 5 - Simien Mountains
- Transfer from Gondar to the Simien Mountains
- Flight: Lalibela to Gondar
Day 6 - Simien Mountains
- Hike Buyit Ras to Sankober
- Visit Chenek
Day 7 - Gondar
- Transfer from the Simien Mountains to Gondar
- City tour of Gondar, Camelot of Africa
- Visit Project Ploughshare
Day 8 - Bahir Dar
- Transfer from Gondar to Bahir Dar
- Visit Blue Nile Falls
Day 9 - Bahir Dar
- Boat trip to visit the monasteries on Lake Tana
- Bahir Dar city tour
Day 10 - Addis Ababa
- Flight: Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa
- At leisure in Addis Ababa
- Cultural dinner
Day 11 - Addis Ababa
- Hot air balloon ride over Addis Ababa
- Addis Ababa airport transfer out
The wettest months are June to September, but temperatures remain pretty steady year round. In the lowlands the climate is pleasantly warm (although can be humid) for most of the year, but if you plan to travel around, take altitude into consideration. If your travel plans involve time at various elevations, you will need to pack for all eventualities.
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