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TIMELESS
ETHIOPIA TOUR PROGRAM
Day-to-day
itinerary
Option
1:
This is the most popular route for
those visiting Ethiopia - the 'Cradle of
Mankind'. See a range of fabulous
constructions, such as the enchanting
castles in Gondar and the incredible
rock-hewn churches of Lalibela (one
of the Eighth Wonders of the World). Be
amazed by the thundering Blue Nile Falls
(this is actually during the rainy season)
and enjoy a boat trip on the splendid Lake
Tana for island monasteries. Aside from
the awe inspiring constructions at each of
these sites, you'll be able to take in a
fine blend of scenic delights, natural
history and you'll get to know the
charming Ethiopian people.
Day 01: Arrive Addis Ababa at Bole
International Airport and meet with us for
transfer to hotel
Day 02: After an early breakfast
transfer to airport to fly to Bahir Dar
(an hour flight) then the same day drive
to the spectacular water falls called Blue
Nile Falls (30kms from Bahir Dar) and city
tour. Overnight hotel
Day 03: boat trip on Ethiopia's largest
Lake called Tana for its middle age island
monasteries.
CONTINUED BELOW ....
Day 04: After breakfast drive 180 kms
to Gondar, the 17th century capital of
Ethiopia. King Fasiledous who still has a
magnificent castle established in Gondar
in 1636. Afternoon, visit the castle
compound and the church of Debre Berhan
Selassie for its awe-inspiring painting
and, lastly, the Bath of king Fasiledous.
Overnight hotel
Day 05: Morning transfer to Gondar
Airport to catch a 30 unites flight to
Lalibela, a site of the world wonder. Upon
arrival drive 25 kms to the hotel situated
in the center of Lalibela town. The same
day visit the first group rock hewn
churches excavated incredibly from a
single massive rock in the end of 12
century. Overnight hotel
Day 06: AM horse/mule ride excursion to
the nearby mountain for 13th century
monastery of Asheton Mariam. While on top
you will admire the 13th century rock hewn
monastery and the awe-inspiring scenery.
NB along the walking route you can visit
various species of birds, flowers and
plants. Afternoon, visit the second and
third groups of the Lalibela churches
situated against the sunset.
Day 07: AM transfer to Lalibela airport
for a 45 minute flight to Axum. In Axum,
you will visit the age-old stele park, the
house of the Ark of the Covenant, the St.
Mary Cathedral, the ruin palace of Queen
Sheba, the inscription of the 4th century
king, the archeological museum and the
early kings' tombs. Overnight hotel
Day 08: fly to Addis Ababa. Overnight
hotel
Day 09: Departure
The same day city tour of Addis Ababa;
Addis Ababa is the capital city of
Ethiopia. It is also recognized as the
seat of the African Union since 1960s.
Hence, we take you to the fascinating
attractions of the city. The tour includes
the National & ethnographic museums,
the colorful market. Evening transfer to
airport for departure! End of the tour
Enjoy your trip!!
Option
2:
During this tour; it would be facile to
portray South Omo as some kind of living
Museum. Four of Africa's major linguistic
groups are represented in the region,
including the Omotic-speakers. All in all,
depending on where one draws the lines, as
many as two dozen different tribes occupy
South Omo, some numbering tens of
thousands, others no more than 500, each
one of them culturally unique. In
addition, you cross the part of the Great
Rift Valley which is endowed with the
abundant wildlife. This is the itinerary
for adventure lovers as you will drive
through the off-roads and staying in
bushes.
Camping in the remote part of the world
(Omo Valley) is a life time memorable
experience wondering the spectacular
natural beautify.
Day 01: Arrive Addis Ababa at Bole
International Airport and meet with us for
transfer to hotel
Day 02: After breakfast, transfer by
road to Awassa, via the Rift Valley Lakes
of Ziway, Abiata and Shala. All of these
lakes support massive concentrations of
water birds. The lakes scenery is
spectacular. Wildlife is abundant.
Overnight hotel
Day 03: After an enjoyable morning
continue driving to the famous lakes side
town of Arbamich. En route visit the
villages of Sidama, Oromo, Wolayta and
Dorzie tribes. Overnight Hotel
Day 04: Morning drive to Nech Sar for
game viewing & birding. Afternoon make
a boat trip on Lake Chamo for crocodiles,
hippos & aquatic bird species.
Overnight same
Day 05: After breakfast drive to Konso
where colorfully costumed dress,
impressive terracing of the Land and
unusually engraved wooden statues used as
grave markers can be seen. Further along
the route visit the Woito people live in
the area around Woito River and
Tsemay village. Continue driving to Jinka
for overnight hotel
Day 06: Drive in to Mago National Park.
On this day drive further to Mursi
villages. The Mursi are well known for the
large clay discs that the women wear,
inserted in their slit lower lips. Mursi
men wear very little, although a cotton
wrap is becoming more and more common.
Overnight camping at Mago National Park
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Day 07: After break fast drive to
Korcho village to visit Karo tribe (The
Karos are famous for tattooing and
scaring). Afternoon, continue driving to
Turmi. Overnight camping
Day 08: visit the Hammer market at
Dimeka or Turmi. Overnight camping
Day 09: Morning drive 75 km to Omorate
(boarder with Kenya) to visit the Dasenech
(Geleb) tribe with their village after
crossing the Omo river by small boat.
Omo River drains to Lake Turkana. Then
drive back to Turmi. Overnight Camping
Day 10: Drive to Arbaminch (about 300
kms). On the way we will have stops at
Erbore and Konso tribes who are also a
must to be seen. Overnight hotel
Day 11: Drive to Addis Ababa (500 km -
asphalt road) through the Great Rift
Valley lakes and scenic beauty. Evening
dinner party then transferred to airport
for departure. End of the Tour!
Enjoy your trip!!
Bird watching, Trekking, Adventure,
Photography safari, Historical &
Cultural Holidays, Archeological tours,
Biblical holidays, Arrangement for
documentary films, Special interest
holidays, Hotel bookings and Car hire
services, etc...
Timeless
Ethiopia Tour
P. O. Box
250 code 1110
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Mobile : +251 911
417021
Tel : +251 115
546707, +251 116 556187
Fax:
+251 115 546708
E-mails:
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