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Signature Ethiopia 2017


11 days

Private Journey

Marvel at Ethiopia's ancient, rock-hewn churches during a fascinating independent journey; partake in a time-honored coffee ceremony, observing the roasting and brewing process; and embark on a cruise of Lake Tana, during which you visit the island monasteries of Ura Kidane Mihret and Azuwa Maryam.

A&K Advantages

Set out on a city tour of Addis Ababa, the diplomatic capital of Africa

Discover the Axumite empire, legendary home to both the Queen of Sheba and the Ark of the Covenant, where you see the engraved stelae

Explore the "New Jerusalem" of Lalibela, known for its complex of rock-hewn churches

Visit Gondar, the former imperial capital of Ethiopia, with its impressive 16th-century castles and beautifully painted church of Debre Berhan Selassie

See the Blue Niles Falls and embark on a cruise of Lake Tana

Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 1
Arrive Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
DAY 2
Addis Ababa | Exploring the City
DAY 3
Hawzen | Mountain Vistas
Day 4
Hawzen | Ancient Rock Churches
DAY 5
Axum | Former Empire
DAY 6
Lalibela | Pilgrimage Site
Day 7
Lalibela | Cave Churches
DAY 8
Gondar | The “Camelot of Africa”
DAY 9
Bahir Dar | Island Monasteries
Day 10
Bahir Dar | “Smoking Water”
DAY 11
Depart Addis Ababa

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