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72 hours
Mobile ticket
Booking this tour can help you avoid the disappointment that sightseeing can bring. Our company let you know what you’ll be seeing ahead of time, and you’ll never arrive to learn that a site is closed for the day or that tickets have sold out.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Entrance fee
Round trip flight
Accommodation with breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
International flights
Any alcoholic drinks
Any videographer or camera fee needed
Laundry service
Any expense of Personal items like internet, fax, telephone
Lunch and Dinner
Services which are not mentioned in the above section
Select a pickup point
Overnight Lalibela Lodge or Zagwe Hotel.
Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
In the morning, fly north to Lalibela and be transferred to your hotel. After lunch, visit the first group of Lalibela Churches which are located north of a small stream named Jordan River. These Churches were carved during the time of King Lalibela (1181 – 1221) and are registered by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Overnight Lalibela Lodge or Zagwe Hotel.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
After breakfast, have an excursion trip to the cave-built church of Ne’akuto Le’ab (13th Century AD) which is famous for its wide collection of ancient crosses, manuscripts, and icons. If this day is Saturday, spare some time at the interesting weekly market of Lalibela. After lunch, visit the second and third group of churches of Lalibela. In the city of Lalibela you will see about Eleven Rock Churches organized into groups of three. Biete Medhanealem Biete Maryam Biete Golgotha Mikael Biete Maskal (House of the Cross) Biete Denagel (House of Virgins) Biete Giyorgis Biete Amanuel Biete Qeddus Merkoreos Biete Abba Libanos (House of Abba Libanos) Biete Gabriel-Raphael Biete Lehem (Bethlehem Hebrew: בֵּית לֶחֶם, House of Holy Bread). Fly back to Addis Ababa the next morning
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rock-Hewn Churches
Fly back to Addis Ababa
Pickup included
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Joshua H,
Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
A fantastic part of the world to visit, with the most amazing sights, both the churches but also the natural scenery and native birds. Highly recommend this tour, Melknew was extremely helpful, all was very easy.
Linda B,
Oct 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
The churches of beautiful Lalibela are amazing and the people welcomed us with open arms. My hope is that they remain safe and the lands protected.
Joris A,
Jul 30, 2023
- Review from Viator
Amazing trip from the start to the end, thanks to the company & thanks to my guide Melusew. Sharing these moments and this knowledge about history & religious ways of the famous Lalibela churches was such a great experience. We also hiked some to the Asheton Maryam monastery, it was hard for my little urban people breath but it worth it. If this place is calling you, just answer, the walls are alive & the people so kind.






L5491LAluciam,
Mar 22, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
I cannot praise Ethio Travel and Tours for making our trip to Lalibela as perfect as could be. Everything about the experience was five-stars, from first email contact through the last goodbyes at the airport. Before the trip we experienced the best in customer service and thoughtful planning, preparing us for every step of the process. Once on the trip, the tour guides were extremely knowledgeable and experienced; the crew was professional, friendly and gracious.
lorans884,
Mar 16, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our travel agent at ETT office, did an outstanding job in arranging our 3 days 2 nights trip to Lalibela. He worked delightly to see our needs, and he was always available and responsive to our requests.
delen Z Traveler,
Feb 5, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a fabulous trip to Lalibela thanks to this tour company! As a frequent traveler, I have high standards for tour providers. Without a doubt, this was the most seamless travel experience I've ever had. From finding the right itinerary with our trip planner to the beautiful hotels, knowledgeable local guides, and our wonderful driver, we couldn't have asked for a better trip.
eveschampagne,
Jan 30, 2020
- Review from Viator
Very good tour was a good value. Everyone was extremely friendly. The hotel was very nice and a great location.
4232zMartha,
Jan 10, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
Ethio Travel and Tours really helped us with our first steps abroad, we didn’t have to worry about anything. Our Tour guide was amazing, he showed us everything and gave us really good and very detailed explanations about the place too.
O9718IOterryg,
Jan 1, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
Without a doubt this was the best vacation I have ever taken. Thank you Ethio Travel and Tours and all of your guides and associates. All of your guides were very knowledgeable. We enjoyed ourselves so much.
Sightsee67389396046,
Nov 1, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lucky to contact Ethio Travel and Tours via a friend resident in Addis Ababa. I wish you all the best.
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