An efficient air-connected tour designed to maximize sightseeing of Gondar's Camelot, Lalibela's stone sanctuaries, and Axum's ancient monuments. Save travel time by flying directly between historic regional airports.
Why Choose This Tour?
Horizon Ethiopia is a locally rooted premier operator. We focus on providing highly personalized travel arrangements, premium 4x4 Land Cruiser transport, and access to top hand-picked lodges.
Multilingual Professional Guides
Fully Customizable Itineraries
Airport Meet & Greet Included
24/7 Field Support Services
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 Description
Arrive Addis Ababa, meet and greet, check into your hotel O/N Available
Day 2
Day 2 Description
Fly to Bahrdar, situated on the shore of Lake Tana. P.M. Drive to the Blue Nile falls (Tis Issat). These amazing waterfalls are 400 meters wide and more than 45 meters in height.
Day 3
Day 3 Description
A.M. Boat trip on Lake Tana to view island monasteries including Ura Kidane Mehret at Zeghie Peninsula. P.M. Drive to Gonder, capital in the 16th century.
Day 4
Day 4 Description
Full day tour of Gonder; visit the castles compound, Ruin palaces, Bath of King Fasiledes and Debre Berhan Sellasie Church.
Day 5
Day 5 Description
Fly to Axum. Visit St. Mary of Zion church (Ark of Covenant), museum, Obelisks, Stele, Castle Ruins of King Kaleb and Queen of Sheba's Bath.
Day 6
Day 6 Description
Fly to Lalibela. P.M. Visit the first part of the eleven monolithic & semi monolithic of the 12th century Churches.
Day 7
Day 7 Description
A.M. Visit the second cluster of the churches. P.M. Excursion to Yemerhane Kirstos, built in typical Axumite style within a cave.
Day 8
Day 8 Description
Fly to Addis Ababa: Visit Ba'ata church, Ethnological Museum, National Museum (Lucy), Mercato open market, and Entoto. Departure transfer.
Pricing & Conditions
Tours are quoted on a tailormade basis depending on your group size, season of travel, and selected hotel tiers. Contact us for a personalized package proposal.
Price Includes
Premium 4x4 Land Cruiser ground transport
Multilingual professional tour guides
Full board hotel/lodge accommodations
National Park scout, cook, and site entry fees
Local boat cruise fees (Lake Tana / Chamo)
Price Excludes
International and domestic flight tickets
Souvenirs, shopping, and laundry services
Personal tips for drivers, scouts, and guides
Alcoholic beverages and minibar drinks
Request Booking Quote
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Tour Specifications
Duration8 Days, 7 Nights
CategoryHistory
LanguageEnglish / French
AvailabilityYear-Round
Tour Highlights
Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches (UNESCO)
Gondar Royal Enclosure Castles
Tis Issat Blue Nile Falls
Axum Stele Fields & Ark Sanctuary
Lake Tana Monasteries Boat Cruise
Need Customization?
We can customize this itinerary according to your group size, budget, and specific interests.
We are one of the most experienced tour operators based in Addis Ababa, offering premium tour, travel, and logistics services across East Africa.
