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Debire Libanos Monastery: Day Trip Featuring 13th Century Architecture and Breathtaking Scenery
Addis Ababa
Embark on a day trip to Debire Libanos Monastery and immerse yourself in the 13th-century architecture, stunning scenery, and encounters with local people and wildlife. Don't miss the chance to explore the Blue Nile Gorge and the historic 16th-century bridge of Portuguese.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Debre Libanos - After breakfast, we’ll collect you from your accommodation and commence our journey northward from Addis Ababa. Our route takes us through the scenic Entoto Hills, which provide a panoramic view of the capital. Along the way, we’ll pause to savor a traditional buna (coffee) or shai (tea). There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and appreciate the picturesque surroundings, interact with locals engaged in their day-to-day activities, and capture the moments with photographs. By late morning, we’ll approach Debre Libanos, where we’ll check into our hotel and enjoy a meal with a stunning view of the Jemma River Gorge. Post-lunch, our exploration of Debre Libanos begins. We’ll visit the monastery and its newly inaugurated museum. A brief but steep hike will take us to the cave where Saint Tekle Haimanot prayed. As the afternoon wanes, we’ll take a leisurely stroll from our hotel to the historic Ras Darge’s bridge.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- No extra fees - all taxes included
- 2 liters of bottled water per person
What's Not Included
- Services which is Not mention on the above included section
Additional Information
Taking a day trip to Debre Libanos from Addis is a common favorite. There will be ample opportunity to appreciate the magnificent scenery and interact with the locals. Don’t limit your experience to car windows. Explore the 13th century Debrelibanos Monastery, the native Gelada Baboon, local villagers, the 16th century Portuguese bridge, the Blue Nile Gorge, and the jaw-dropping vistas among other things.
Location
Addis Ababa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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