LE-013 · Historical Tours

8 Days — Lalibela & Danakil Depression

Eight days combining Lalibela’s UNESCO rock-hewn churches with the Danakil Depression — Dallol, Asale salt flats, and a night at Erta Ale — bookended by Addis Ababa.

$1,200

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Tour code: LE-013
Attraction: Danakil Depression + Lalibela
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Accommodation: Hotel and camping
Transportation: Flight and surface

About the Tour

Begin with an Addis Ababa city introduction, fly to Lalibela for two days among the rock-hewn churches and highland excursions, then return to Addis before launching a Danakil expedition via Semera. Explore Lake Afdera, Dallol, Lake Asale, and Erta Ale before flying back to Addis.

Route: Addis Ababa → Lalibela → Addis Ababa → Semera → Danakil / Erta Ale → Semera → Addis Ababa

Highlights

Addis Ababa city highlights
Lalibela UNESCO churches
Asheton Maryam or Yemrehanna Kristos
Dallol & Lake Asale
Erta Ale overnight

Day-by-Day Program

Arrival at Bole International Airport; transfer to your hotel. Guided city tour: National Archaeological Museum (including Lucy), the Ethnological Museum at Addis Ababa University, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Mount Entoto for panoramic views. Overnight hotel.

Locations: Addis Ababa · National Museum · Ethnological Museum · Holy Trinity Cathedral · Mount Entoto

Transport: airport transfer · vehicle

Stay: Hotel