Our customers have the opportunity to discover the Stone carved churches of Lalibela in addition to its adjacent territories, societies, landscapes and cultural heritages
Our customers have the opportunity to discover the Stone carved churches of Lalibela in addition to its adjacent territories, societies, landscapes and cultural heritages
Morning Flight from Addis to Lalibela
Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela - Catch the morning flight from Addis to Lalibela. Upon arrival, a pickup service will take you on a 30-minute drive through the scenic countryside to the town. Check into the hotel for lunch before beginning the exploration of the first group of the enigmatic Lalibela churches….
Morning Flight from Addis to Lalibela
Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela - Catch the morning flight from Addis to Lalibela. Upon arrival, a pickup service will take you on a 30-minute drive through the scenic countryside to the town. Check into the hotel for lunch before beginning the exploration of the first group of the enigmatic Lalibela churches. The first group of churches will be visited.
Delve into the 12th-century marvel where faith alone seems to hold belief. In the afternoon, tour the southern group of churches.
Overnight: Lal Hotel and Spa/Roha Hotel/Mountain View Hotel/Sora Lodge/Tukul Village Hotel
Day 3: DECEMBER 3rd
Drive most of the way (35-40 minutes) and walk the last 20 minutes or choose to hike the entire way to Asheton Maryam cave church. There is an option to hike or drive from the town. Return to Lalibela for lunch. Then, drive 42km to the Monastery of Yemrehanna Kristos, a distinctive wood and granite church constructed in a cavern before King Lalibela’s era; the only floating church in the region.
Drive Most of the Way (35-40 minutes) and Walk the Last 20 Minutes to Asheton Maryam Cave Church
Asheton Maryam Monastery - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Drive most of the way (35-40 minutes) and walk the last 20 minutes to Asheton Maryam cave church. Tour the church or trek/ride a mule all the way to the mountain. Return to Lalibela for lunch at Ben Ababa Restaurant. Then, drive 42km to the Monastery of Yemrehanna Kristos, a unique wood and granite church built in a cavern before King Lalibela’s time.
Breakfast and Drive to the Airport for Morning Flight from Lalibela to Addis
Monastery of Na’akuto La’ab - After breakfast, drive to the airport, stopping en route at the Nakutola’ab monastery, which is nestled under a vast cave. This stunning semi-monolithic church represents the final stages of the Zagwe dynasty. Continue driving to the airport for departure to Addis Ababa.
- Local guide expertise
- Access to key attractions with East Africa Tour Operator
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes covered
- Convenient hotel/airport pickup and drop-off
- Local guide expertise
- Access to key attractions with East Africa Tour Operator
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes covered
- Convenient hotel/airport pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic beverages, tips,
- Video
- Domestic flights
- Alcoholic beverages, tips,
- Video
- Domestic flights
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.