Private Tour

Tours To The UNESCO Site Of Tiya Stele & The Rift Valley Lake Of Ziway

Overview

Available languages

English

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What makes this tour unique is Aman Ethiopia Tours’ deep knowledge of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and its ability to connect history with meaningful storytelling. At Adadi Maryam Rock-Hewn Church guests explore a 12th-century sacred site linked to King Lalibela and the arrival of Saint Gebre Menfes Kidus, guided with respect for its living religious traditions. At Tiya Stelae, travelers gain expert insight into the symbols and burial culture behind the mysterious carved monuments dating from the 11th–13th centuries. The journey continues to Melka Kunture, newly inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 2024, where visitors explore one of Africa’s most important Palaeolithic landscapes. Aman Ethiopia Tours stands out for professional guides, smooth logistics, comfortable transport, and personalized service, ensuring a safe, educational, and unforgettable experience that reveals Ethiopia as a true cradle of civilization.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tiya World Heritage Site

Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage), and experience the daily life of locals with family visit. Appreciate interesting places and activities such as the unique still operational church of Adadi Mariam which is cut out of a single piece of rock in the 13th Century AD, an ancient cemetery of Tiya, and a traditional village of the Oromo people. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Ethiopian part of the Great East African Rift Valley and learn also how to cook Enjera, an Ethiopian pancake. This is a Tour limited to a maximum of 6 people. This is 9-hour long tour with an English speaking guide in a private comfortable Toyota Minivan for a drive of 196 km.

4 hours • Admission Included

Ziway

Surrounded by volcanic hills and covering a massive 425 sq km, Lake Ziway (ዝዋይ ሐይቅ) is the largest of the northern group of Rift Valley lakes. Typically the lake earned just a quick hit on a southern sojourn, for its prolific birdlife, but there are also now some great boat trips available, as well as excellent amenities, that warrant an extended stay.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable