An in-depth journey into Ethiopia past and present, this trip includes both the north and the south regions, providing a breadth of experiences to savor.
Starting in the North, you will visit Lalibela to explore the ancient rock hewn churches for which this ancient city is famous, as well as Gondar, known as the "Camelot of Africa" given it once served as the royal capital of the ancient Ethiopian Empire. In addition, you will visit the town of Aksum, which figures at the center of many religious mysteries: it is said to be the home of the Ark of the Covenant, former home of the Queen of Sheba and the burial site of one of the wise men.
After a stop at lovely Lake Langano, you will head down to the South to learn more about this remote region and its fascinating people. You will witness various cultural traditions still practiced there, such as the exhilarating ‘Jumping of the Bulls’ ceremonies which form the culmination of a three-day long rite of passage for any young man within the Hamer tribe, as well as visiting some of the market towns and home to the Mursi people, who are well known for their elaborate lip plates made of clay.
Truly the trip of a lifetime for anyone interested in history, culture and mystery.
|
B&B: Bed and Breakfast |
FB: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch |
18 Days / 17 Nights
Special Interests: Soft Adventure, Community & Cultural Immersion, Ancient Pathways
For Travel in 2020
Based on 6 Pax starts at $7873
Based on 4 Pax starts at $8999
Trips can be timed to include Ethiopian festivals such as Christmas & Epiphany (Dec/Jan) or Maskal (Sep)
Inquire for pricing for 2021 and beyond
Can be customized for your time frame and travel party
Includes:
· Hotel accommodations on double/twin room occupancy on bed and breakfast basis
· All private airport transfers
· Ground transport as per the given program
· Drinking water throughout the trip
· An English speaking professional escort guide throughout the tour
· Local guide fees
· All entrances
· 15% VAT
* Consultative custom planning services
* All administrative & support services on the ground including vehicles with HF radios for communications and guides who carry mobile phones for 24 hour communication
* Passenger and public liability insurances
* International wire payment fees for all flights, transport, hotels, camps and services
* Customized Final Document Package with Safari Journal
* Expert guidance & Assistance Throughout
* All Service fees & Taxes on all Services
Excludes:
· Lunch and dinner
· Early check-in and late check-out
· Any alcoholic beverages
· Photographing / video fees
· International flights
· activities not mentioned,
· laundry
· visas
· travel insurance,
· items of personal nature or anything not mentioned in the above quote.
· Porter and gratuities
