In this tour, you will have an opportunity to explore the most significant tourist destinations within 8 days. Optional add-on: Lalibela – Omo Valley – Danakil via Mekelle & Tigray Churches. Modify your itinerary to explore the scenic route through Mekelle and the Tigray region. You’ll visit the ancient Tigray rock-hewn churches and learn about their history and architecture. You will enhance your cultural journey by combining Lalibela, Omo Valley, and Danakil in one seamless experience.
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
You’ll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Morning: Depart from Addis Ababa and fly to Lalibela.
Afternoon: You’ll arrive in Lalibela and check in to your hotel. You’ll enjoy a leisurely afternoon with optional visits to nearby cultural sites or the famous local markets. Morning: Guided tour of Lalibela’s UNESCO World Heritage rock-hewn churches, including Bet Giyorgis. Afternoon: You’ll continue exploring Lalibela, focusing on its fascinating history and religious significance.
Evening: Relax at the hotel and prepare for the next day’s activities.
Main Destination: Lalibela (Town)
Accommodation: Tabor Hotel Lalibela, Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: You’ll have a guided tour of Lalibela’s UNESCO World Heritage rock-hewn churches, including Bet Giyorgis.
Afternoon: You will have a game drive and continue exploring Lalibela, focusing on its fascinating history and religious significance.
Evening: You’ll fly back to Addis Ababa and transfer to your hotel.
You will explore Addis Ababa to the National Museum and Entoto Park.
Main Destination: Addis Ababa (City)
Accommodation: Caravan Hotel, Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You’ll fly from Addis Ababa to Jinka. You will visit Turmi and Karo Peoples.
Morning: Fly from Addis Ababa to Jinka and meet your guide.
Afternoon: You will drive to Turmi and visit the Karo villages. You will learn about the people’s culture and customs, body painting traditions, and way of life.
Evening: Your overnight stay will be in Turmi.
Main Destination: Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
Accommodation: Emerald Lodge Turmi, Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You’ll drive to Omorate to visit the Dassanech Tribe and return to Turmi.
Morning: You will drive to Omorate and cross the Omo River to visit the Dassanech Peoples. You’ll discover their pastoral lifestyle and rich culture.
Afternoon: You’ll return to Turmi for additional cultural immersion or relaxation.
Evening: Your overnight stay will be in Turmi.
Main Destination: Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)
Accommodation: Emerald Lodge Turmi, Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning Visit to Mursi Peoples – Fly Back to Addis Ababa
Morning: You’ll visit the Mursi Peoples, known for their lip plates and traditional attire. You will enjoy insightful interactions with the people’s cultures.
Afternoon: You will drive back to Jinka and fly to Addis Ababa. You’ll spend the evening at leisure in the city.
Main Destination: Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village)
Accommodation: Caravan Hotel, Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included), Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: You’ll fly to Semera and meet your tour group for the Danakil Depression expedition. You will have a walking safari.
Afternoon: You’ll drive to Danakil Depression and set up camp for an unforgettable desert experience.
Evening: Your overnight camping will be under the stars.
Main Destination: Danakil Depression (Highlight)
Accommodation: Budget camping
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: You’ll explore Dallol’s colorful hydrothermal fields, salt formations, and geothermal activity.
Afternoon: You will continue your adventure with visits to salt mines and surrounding landscapes.
Evening: You’ll return to camp for an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Danakil Depression (Highlight)
Accommodation: Budget camping
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Visit Danakil and Drive Back to Addis Ababa
Morning: You’ll visit additional Danakil highlights, including volcanic craters and camel caravans.
Afternoon: You will begin the drive back to Semera to catch the last flight to Addis Ababa.
Evening: End of tour.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
You’ll be dropped off at the airport.
