Bahir Dar, Gondar and Lalibela Tour 5 Days
🏛️ Northern Ethiopia

Bahir Dar, Gondar and Lalibela Tour 5 Days

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
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Difficulty
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Tour Highlights

Explore Lake Tana and the breathtaking Blue Nile Falls.
Visit the majestic castles of Ethiopia's former royal capital, Gondar.
Discover the iconic rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO site.
Experience Ethiopia's rich history, culture, and ancient traditions.
Enjoy stunning landscapes and authentic local hospitality.
Taste traditional Ethiopian cuisine and regional specialties.

Your Journey, Day by Day

Every day is a new chapter — here's how your story unfolds.

Day1
📍 Bahir Dar

Fly Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar

Fly Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar

After breakfast, take a morning flight to Bahir Dar, located approximately 486 km from Addis Ababa at an altitude of 1,950 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel before driving to the spectacular Blue Nile Falls for a guided visit. Return to the hotel for lunch and a short break. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit ancient monasteries and observe bird species including African Fish Eagle, Great White Pelican, Pied Kingfisher, Sacred Ibis, and Grey Heron. Overnight stay Blue Nile resort

🍽️ Breakfast🛏️ Blue nile resort
Day2
📍 Gondar

Fly Bahir Dar – Addis Ababa and Connect to Gondar

Fly Bahir Dar –  Addis Ababa and Connect to Gondar

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Gondar, there is no direct flight Bahir Dar to Gondar so will use connecting flight, fly Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa and Connect to Gondar. Located approximately 822 km from Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa and Connect to Gondar, Gondar sits at an elevation of about 2,133 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin sightseeing with a visit to the Royal Enclosure, home to the famous Gondar Castles. Continue to Debre Berhan Selassie Church, renowned for its beautiful religious paintings and angel-covered ceiling. In the afternoon, visit Fasilides Bath and enjoy a walking tour through the historic town before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay Haile resort

🍽️ Breakfast🛏️ Haile resort
Day3
📍 Lalibela

Fly Gondar – Lalibela

Fly Gondar – Lalibela

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lalibela, located approximately 350 km away at an altitude of about 2,450 meters above sea level.. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin exploring the first group of Lalibela’s famous rock-hewn churches, including Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Gabriel-Rufael. After lunch, continue to the second group of churches, including Bete Amanuel and Bete Abba Libanos. End the day by enjoying a beautiful sunset view over the surrounding mountains before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay Mountain view

🍽️ Breakfast🛏️ Mountain view hotel
Day4
📍 Lalibela

Explore 3rd Group Churches

Explore 3rd Group Churches

After breakfast, visit Bete Giyorgis (St. George Church), the most iconic and best-preserved rock-hewn church in Lalibela, renowned for its unique cross-shaped design and remarkable architecture. Continue exploring the surrounding area and learn about the rich religious and cultural heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, visit the local market, where you can experience the daily life of the community and browse traditional handicrafts, spices, and local products. Finally Return to your hotel. Overnight stay Mountain view hotel.

🍽️ Breakfast🛏️ Mountain view
Day5
📍 Addis Ababa

Fly Lalibela – Addis Ababa

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Lalibela Airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. approximately 705 kilometer far from Addis Ababa. Upon arrival in Addis Ababa in the afternoon, enjoy free time for shopping, souvenir hunting, or a short city sightseeing tour depending on your international flight schedule. You may visit local craft shops and markets to purchase memorable gifts from Ethiopia. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring cultural music and dance performances before transferring to the airport for your international departure flight, marking the end of your Ethiopian adventure.

🍽️ Breakfast

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Domestics flight
  • Accommodation
  • Professional tour guide
  • Entrances fees
  • 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser with drive and fuels
  • Photography and video fees
  • Government tax
  • Ethiopian coffees or tea
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Unlimited bottles of water

✕ Not Included

  • Alcohol
  • Tips
  • Lunch and dinner