Start your tour with a cultural exploration of Ethiopia’s capital. Visit the Ethnographic Museum, housed in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie, for a deep dive into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures. Continue to the vibrant Mercato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets, followed by a visit to the grand Holy Trinity Cathedral, the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. Relax and prepare for your adventure ahead.

After an early breakfast, fly to Lalibela and drive approximately 2 hours to Flakit, the starting point of your trek. Enjoy lunch in Warkahye, then begin a 3-hour hike to Mekuat Mariam, a historic church site perched on a promontory with breathtaking views over the surrounding rural landscape. End the day at a charming community guesthouse, where you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner prepared with locally sourced ingredients.

After breakfast, begin a scenic 3-hour trek to Meskel, a peaceful area known for its birdlife and frequent sightings of Gelada baboons, one of Ethiopia’s endemic mammals. After lunch in Meskel, continue trekking for another 2.5 hours to Wajela, a picturesque village surrounded by Acacia woodlands and Eucalyptus forests. Enjoy a warm welcome and a home-cooked dinner at the Wajela Community Guesthouse.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the guesthouse, then hike for about 1 hour to meet your vehicle on the nearby asphalt road. From there, drive approximately 2 hours back to Lalibela Airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa. In the evening, attend a farewell cultural dinner at a traditional restaurant featuring live music and dance performances representing Ethiopia’s diverse ethnic groups. A final Ethiopian coffee ceremony concludes your journey. Afterward, transfer to Bole International Airport for your departure.