One week Christmas Vacation in Lalibela Ethiopia Via Bahir Dar, Gondar & Simen mountains

Description

This one-week itinerary takes you on a remarkable journey through Northern Ethiopia, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and ancient history. Begin with the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Simien Mountains, known for their dramatic peaks, deep valleys, and diverse wildlife. Hike through this UNESCO World Heritage site, spotting endemic species like the Gelada baboon and Walia ibex. Then, delve into Ethiopia’s rich religious heritage with a visit to Lalibela, home to the world-famous rock-hewn churches, a marvel of medieval engineering and spirituality. This itinerary offers a mix of adventure, culture, and history, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of one of Africa’s most fascinating regions.

Day 1
Visit ancient monasteries on Lake Tana (Boat trip )

Day 2

After having your early breakfast drive direct to visit The Blue Nile waterfall on the way back drive straight forward to Gondar …. will probably arrive in Gondar around 4:30 Pm
Then check in to Hotel take shower have some rest & Meet again for dinner.

Day 3

Morning After early breakfast will come to pick you up at the Hotel then drive direct to Simen mountains

Overnight at Sankaber campsite

Day 4

After breakfast we start walking to Chenek 2nd Campsite This day will be around 6 hours trekking we will have Our lunch in the mountain before we reach the Campsite

Overnight Chenek Campsite
Dinner will be offered at the campsite on time

Day 5

After Having early breakfast will go trekking andthen go to the car to return to Gondar,,
On This day will try our best to save some extra time by visitin the ancient Gondar Fasil Castles
Overnight Gondar Hills resort

Day 6

After breakfast Drive to Gondar airport for a flight to Lalibela

So in the afternoon after lunch we start Our Historical Church visit of Lalibela.

Lalibela has a 900 years old aged rock- hewn churches. The churches are 11 in number , all made of carving a single rock and some interconnected one another. Every church in there