29-Day Tour of Ethiopia: Northern, Eastern, and Southern Highlights
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa
Arrive in Addis Ababa. Transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Addis Ababa City Tour
Explore highlights: National Museum, Ethnography Museum, Merkato (Africa's largest market), and Unity Park.
Day 3: Addis Ababa to Jinka
Fly to Jinka; check in. Visit Mursi tribe (lip plates) via Mago National Park.
Day 4: Jinka to Turmi
Travel to Turmi; visit Karo and Naygatom tribes. Experience local markets.
Day 5: Turmi
Explore Dasenech tribe across Omo River; visit Hamer tribe or local markets.
Day 6: Turmi to Konso
Journey to Konso; visit Koso Village and other tribes en route.
Day 7: Konso to Arba Minch
Travel to Arba Minch; visit Dorze Village for culture and cuisine.
Day 8: Arba Minch - Lake Chamo
Boat trip on Lake Chamo for crocodiles and hot springs.
Day 9: Arba Minch to Hawassa
Drive to Hawassa; boat ride on the lake, visit fish markets.
Day 10: Hawassa to Langano
Continue to Lake Langano; explore Abijata Shala National Parks.
Day 11: Langano to Awash
Travel to Awash National Park for wildlife viewing and hot springs.
Day 12: Awash to Semera
Visit Halidegy Wildlife Reserve before heading to Semera.
Day 13: Semera to Danakil Depression
Journey through Danakil Depression; swim in Lake Afdera, view Ertale Volcano.
Day 14: Danakil Depression to Hamed Ela
Explore salt flats and colourful sulphur springs en route.
Day 15: Hamed Ela to Mekele
Drive to Mekele, enjoy sunrise over Danakil Depression.
Day 16: Mekele to Hawzen
Visit stunning rock-hewn churches in Tigry region.
Day 17: Hawzen to Axum
Continue exploring more rock-hewn churches on the way.
Day 18: Axum Historical Sites:
Discover Axum's archaeological wonders.
Day 19: Axum to Debark:
Travel towards Debark, gateway to Simien Mountains NP.
Day 20: Simien Mountains Exploration:
Hike in Simien Mountains; camp overnight in Sakaber.
Day 21: Simien Mountains to Gondar:
Enjoy nature before heading towards Gondar.
Day 22: Gondar City Tour:
Full-day tour of Gondar's castles and churches.
Day 23: Gondar to Bahir Dar:
Drive towards Bahir Dar; visit Blue Nile Falls upon arrival.
Day 24: Lake Tana Boat Trip:
Spend a day on Lake Tana visiting ancient monasteries.
Day 25: Bahir Dar to Lalibela:
Travel onwards to Lalibela; check into your hotel.
Day 26: Lalibela Churches Tour:
Full-day tour of Lalibela’s iconic rock-hewn churches.
Day 27: Lalibela to Addis Ababa:
Fly back for further exploration of this vibrant city.
Day 28: Debre Libanos Excursion:
Visit Debre Libanos Monasteries & Portuguese Bridge; shop later.
Day 29: Departure from Addis Ababa:
Final day shopping before transfer for your flight home.
