Explore Lalibela’s mystical rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO site, with expert guides. Discover ancient spirituality and history in Ethiopia’s New Jerusalem.
Explore Lalibela’s mystical rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO site, with expert guides. Discover ancient spirituality and history in Ethiopia’s New Jerusalem.
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The Rock-Hewn Churches - Begin your journey through the 11 medieval rock-hewn churches, along with hidden crypts and tunnels carved into the red volcanic rock, starting with the northwestern cluster. The tour will feature:
• Bet Medhane Alem (House of Holy Savior)
• Bet Maryam (House of Mary)
• Bet Meskel (House of the Cross)
• Bet Dengil (House of…
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The Rock-Hewn Churches - Begin your journey through the 11 medieval rock-hewn churches, along with hidden crypts and tunnels carved into the red volcanic rock, starting with the northwestern cluster. The tour will feature:
• Bet Medhane Alem (House of Holy Savior)
• Bet Maryam (House of Mary)
• Bet Meskel (House of the Cross)
• Bet Dengil (House of Virgins)
• Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha (House of Michael and Golgotha)
In the afternoon, continue exploring the southeastern cluster, which boasts the most intricately carved exteriors among all the churches in Lalibela.
• Bet Gabriel and Rufael (House of Gabriel and Raphael)
• Bet Merkorios (House of Mercurios)
• Bet Amanuel (House of Emanuel)
• Bet Abba Libanos (House of Father Libanos).
The tour’s final stop and highlight will be the renowned monolithic church of St George, carved in the shape of a cross.
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Option to attend an early morning service in one of the churches of Lalibela
- All fees and/or taxes
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Option to attend an early morning service in one of the churches of Lalibela
- All fees and/or taxes
- Lunch
- Lunch
Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as one of Ethiopia’s most sought-after destinations, and for excellent reasons. It boasts the world-famous 11 rock-hewn churches, often referred to as the New Jerusalem and celebrated as the eighth wonder of the world.
Our customized tours of these ancient churches, led by our knowledgeable guides, immerse…
Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as one of Ethiopia’s most sought-after destinations, and for excellent reasons. It boasts the world-famous 11 rock-hewn churches, often referred to as the New Jerusalem and celebrated as the eighth wonder of the world.
Our customized tours of these ancient churches, led by our knowledgeable guides, immerse visitors in a past era, evoking a mystical ambiance of spirituality and historical fascination.
- The tour of the churches will involve some stairs to and uneven surfaces.
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.