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Ethiopia’s Historic Route; 5 Days / 4 Nights

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Ethiopia’s Historic Route; 5 Days / 4 Nights

Welcome to Ethiopia’s Historic Route! The magnificent cultures and landscapes are indicative of an extraordinary past. It has left a mark on the land, the people, and their monuments. In this fascinating land, the past comes alive in the form of strange and beautiful monuments and ruins, built centuries ago, in what used to be one of the greatest kingdoms of the world.

Moreover, it is a past that began as the cradle of mankind. As you travel to these magnificent sites on the Historic Route of Ethiopia, you will be able to explore more of the country’s beautiful nature, culture, and history, as all these unfold in front of you each and every mile you travel.

Departure & Return Location

From Airport or Place of Residence in Nairobi

Handpicked Accommodation Options

What makes our safari experience stand out from our competition? It’s the way we handpick our hotels, lodges and camps.  

We go through a rigorous process of ensuring all our accommodation partners meet both your and our high expectations. Our travel team has carefully selected the following hotels and lodges four your stay in this safari.

Itinerary

Day 1: Addis Ababa - Bahar Dar

Fly to Bahar Dar on Ethiopian Airlines.  Visit the marketplace in Bahar Dar.  Take a boat tour on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile and tour ancient island monasteries.

Overnight Lodge  (B, L, D)

Day 2: Bahar Dar - Gondar

Drive through the countryside to Gondar.  Tour the Royal Enclosure, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring five castles built by a succession of Ethiopian kings beginning in the early 17th century.  Having survived several wars, including air raids during World War 2, the castles are a testament to the resilience of this once mighty empire.  Visit the church of Debre Birhan Selassie, famous for its religious art and especially its iconic ceiling depicting angels.

Overnight Hotel  (B, L, D)

Day 3: Gondar - Lalibela

Fly to Lalibela on Ethiopian Airlines.  Tour the magnificent rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO World Heritage site.  This group of eleven monolithic churches were carved directly into the stone mountainside at least 800 years ago.  This complex boasts the largest monolithic church in the world, a maze of passageways and tunnels, intricately carved reliefs, and fabulous examples of icon paintings.

Overnight Hotel  (B, L, D)

Day 04: Lalibela - Axum

Fly to Axum on Ethiopian Airlines. Tour the ancient stelae fields, standing for 2000 years. Visit the new and impressive Archeological Museum. Visit other tombs and archeological sites as time permits.

Overnight Hotel  (B, L, D)

Day 05: Axum - Addis Ababa

Fly to Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines.  Visit either the Ethnographic Museum or the National Museum, home of the 3.18 million year old skeleton “Lucy.”  Optional souvenir shopping in the afternoon.   Farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s many ethnic groups.  Transfer to airport for late night departure if needed.

 (B, L, D)

End of Tour

(Sani Holidays will arrange additional hotel nights in Addis Ababa upon request.)

Included in the Safari

Price Includes

  • Full Board Accommodation on safari (Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in the Camps / Lodges / Hotel
  • Transportation Exclusive use on vehicle
  • Services of an English Speaking Guide knowledgeable in flora and fauna.
  • All Government taxes and levies
  • Park entrance fee

Price Excludes

  • Drinks
  • Tips and Gratuities to Driver / Guide, porters, bar and waiters
  • Visa fees as applicable
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional Activities
  • International airfares and flights
  • International departure taxes
  • All items of personal nature such as laundry, tobacco, phone calls e t c
  • Any items not mentioned above
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