Experience a comprehensive tour of northern Ethiopia combining scenic overland drives through the Blue Nile Gorge with regional flights to make the most of your time.
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 in Addis Ababa, meet and greet. City tour: Entoto, National Museum (Lucy), and Mercato.
Day 2
Day 2 Description
Drive to Bahirdar, en route visit Debrelibanos monastery and the Blue Nile gorge.
Day 3
Day 3 Description
Drive to the Blue Nile falls (Tis Issat). Afternoon boat excursion on Lake Tana to visit Ura Kidan Mehret monastery.
Day 4
Day 4 Description
Drive to Gonder, visit castles compound, Bath of King Fasiledes, and Debre Berhan Sellasie Church.
Day 5
Day 5 Description
Full day drive to Axum via Tekeze Gorge, short stop on the way.
Day 6
Day 6 Description
Visit in Axum: St. Mary of Zion church (Ark sanctuary), museum, Obelisks, Castle Ruins of King Kaleb, Queen of Sheba's Bath.
Day 7
Day 7 Description
Drive to Mekelle. Sightseeing of Mekelle Market, Museum and Monuments, then Abreha Asebeha church.
Day 8
Day 8 Description
Drive to Lalibela (2,600m above sea level) through spectacular northern highland chains.
Day 9
Day 9 Description
Full day visit of first & second group of eleven monolithic 12th century Churches. Evening traditional dinner.
Day 10
Day 10 Description
Drive to Kombolcha: Visit the colorful market of Bati (Monday) / Senbete (Sunday) to experience Oromo, Amhara, and Afar cultures.
Day 11
Day 11 Description
Drive back to Addis Ababa, farewell dinner & departure.
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
Duration11 Days, 10 Nights
CategoryHistory
LanguageEnglish / French
AvailabilityYear-Round
Tour Highlights
Drive through Blue Nile Gorge & Tekeze Gorge
Lake Tana Monasteries & Tis Issat Falls
Royal Enclosure Castles of Gondar
Axumite Kingdom Archaeological Obelisks
Lalibela 11 Rock-Hewn Monuments
Need Customization?
We can customize this itinerary according to your group size, budget, and specific interests.
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