Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Pick-up available: Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, Flexible pickup from anywhere in Addis Ababa, including Bole Airport, any hotels or home addressesMeet at meeting point: Edna Mall Cameroon St, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Attractions and Activities: Debre Libanos Monastery (Ticket included) Founded by Ethiopian Saint Abune Tekle Haymanot, within a steep riverine canyon in 1284, Debre Libanos later became the political centre of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and is where Emperor Lebna Dengal received the first Portuguese mission to Ethiopia in 1520. The Italian army destroyed the original church in a 1937 massacre that claimed the lives of 800 monks, deacons and lay worshippers. The modern church, its domed roof decorated with stained-glass windows, remains an important pilgrimage site. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Portuguese Bridge (Ticket included) Although the locals believe the stone-arch Portuguese bridge was built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, it was actually built in the 1890s by Ras Darge in the old Portuguese style. The narrow span makes a spectacular picture and the gushing (in the rainy season) cascade just below it is very impressive. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Debre Libanos Monastery (Ticket included) You will see the Jemma River Gorge, which is the stating point for the African Great Rift Valley and is one of Ethiopia's most dramatic stretches of road that starts its serpentine descent to the bottom of the Blue Nile Gorge, 1km below. The gorge is accessed by a road that offers spectacular views, and a pair of bridges cross the river. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Entoto Maryam Church (Ticket included) You will drive by the historic Entoto Church, which in its compound has the first church in/around Addis Ababa. It is a tranquil church with typical ancient architecture of Ethiopian Churches. 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Mount Entoto (Ticket included) Entoto is where Addis Ababa was first established. From almost 3,300 meters altitude, the Hill provides a spectacular views of the vast parts of Addis Ababa. 15 min(s)
Guests leave on their own: Edna MallEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion Cameroon St, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.