» Package: 10 Days North - Bahir Dar, Gondar, Simien Mountains and Lalibela

Day 1
Early in the morning, depart north to Bahir Dar via Debre Markos. On the way visit the Debre Libanos monastery and the Portuguese Bridge, which was the first bridge in Ethiopia. Continuing to Bahir Dar you will pass through the spectacular Blue Nile Gorge. Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Day 2
In the morning, take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit the island monasteries. In the afternoon, drive out to the Blue Nile Falls for a short hike. Finish the sunset over the beautiful spot at the source of the Nile. Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Day 3
Today we continue to Gondar. After settling in the hotel, we will explore the castles of King Fasilidas and the famous Debre Birhan Selassie church. Overnight in Bahir Dar.

Day 4
In the morning we will drive to Sankober in the Simien Mountains. Overnight camping or in lodge.

Day 5
Trekking in the Simien Mountains. Overnight camping or in lodge.

Day 6
In the morning we will do some final trekking, taking in the spectacular views of the Simien Mountains and return driving to Gondar for overnight.

Day 7
After breakfast we proceed driving to Lalibela, through the region of Woreta - home of the Amhara people, with beautiful landscapes. Overnight in Lalibela.

Day 8
The whole day will be dedicated to visiting the rock-hewn churches of the remarkable King Lalibela. Overnight in Lalibela.

Day 9
We will start our journey back to Addis Ababa, via Woldia. On the way we will stop in Hayk for beautiful views over Lake Hayk. Overnight in Dessie or Kombolcha.

Day 10
Our final day of the journey, we continue back to Addis Ababa. If this day is a Monday, we will definitely not miss a stop in Bati for a visit to the camel market before continuing back to Addis.