11-Day Explore Gonder, Simien, Lalibela Danakil & Tigray Churches
Offered by Essence Ethiopia Tours
Once-in-a-lifetime Experience
This safari includes exclusive access to private conservancies and top-rated guides.
Fully Inclusive
Accommodation, meals, transport, and park fees are all included in the price.
About this safari
This package combined, an intense, diverse adventure blending Ethiopia's historic north (castles, churches) with extreme landscapes (volcanoes, salt flats, unique wildlife like Gelada monkeys). Expect a fast pace, combining domestic flights/long drives, trekking in Simien's dramatic scenery, exploring Gondar's royal sites, experiencing Lalibela's rock-hewn churches, and confronting the Danakil's otherworldly heat and geology.
Day-by-day Itinerary
D1Arrival in Addis Ababa
Gondar
Arrival in Addis Ababa
Gondar
Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional team and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time and energy level, you may begin exploring Ethiopia’s vibrant capital city. Optional visits include the National Museum (home of the famous fossil Lucy), Holy Trinity Cathedral, or a short city drive to experience daily life and local markets.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.
D2Fly to Gondar | Historical City Tour
Gondar
Fly to Gondar | Historical City Tour
Gondar
After breakfast, take a domestic flight to Gondar, the former imperial capital of Ethiopia. Upon arrival, begin your guided city tour with a visit to the Fasil Ghebbi (Royal Enclosure), a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring well-preserved castles built by 17th-century emperors. Continue to the stunning Debre Berhan Selassie Church, renowned for its iconic ceiling of angel faces and vibrant biblical murals.
Overnight: Gondar.
Pricing by season & group size
Year Round
Year-round
| Season | Solo traveler | 2 people |
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Operators are thoroughly vetted and must maintain active licenses from their country of operations.