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Activity Lalibela, Ethiopia
Day Trip to Rock Hewn Churches of Lalibela
5.0
(23 reviews)
6 hours
Free cancellation
Private tour
out of 5
23 reviews
About this activity
Experience Ethiopia’s magnificent rock-hewn churches on this all-day excursion. After a convenient airport pickup, explore the extraordinary structures carved into the Lasta Mountains centuries ago. Marvel at their impressive architecture, visit 11 churches including the important pilgrimage site of Bete Medhane Alem, and learn about the fascinating history of this UNESCO-designated site.
We meet and pick up all travlers at the airport but the fee for transportation is not included.
Note that, this tour can be done also in full day.
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Additional fees
Short term availability
At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–6
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours
Ages: Youth (8–14 years) · Adults (15–78 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: guide fee
Not included
- Not included: Lunch
- Not included: Meals
- Not included: entrance fee
- Not included: Privte car
Itinerary
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Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
6 hours Admission not included
Day 1: Addis Ababa – Lalibela
Take an early morning domestic flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in. After lunch, begin your guided tour of the Northern Cluster of Lalibela's UNESCO-listed rock-hewn churches, including Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, and several interconnected churches linked by tunnels and passageways carved from solid rock. After the tour, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Lalibela – Addis Ababa
After breakfast, explore the Southern Cluster of Lalibela's rock-hewn churches, including the iconic Bet Giyorgis (St. George), the finest and most celebrated church in Lalibela. If your visit falls on a Saturday, you may also explore Lalibela's colorful weekly market, where local people from the surrounding villages gather to trade goods and livestock. Around 11:30 AM, transfer to Lalibela Airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Lalibela Airport
We will pick up guests from the Airport but we will not pay for the shuttle service.
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveller ratings
5.0
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