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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day adventure through Ethiopia's historical wonders and breathtaking landscapes. This tour takes you on a journey to explore the iconic rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, the royal castles and painted churches of Gondar, and the ancient city of Aksum. Experience the awe-inspiring Blue Nile Falls and enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Tana. Hike through the stunning Simien Mountains, where you can encounter wild Ibex and baboons at Ras Dashen. With seamless travel arrangements, including airport transfers and domestic flights, and comfortable accommodations throughout, this adventure tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural beauty. English-speaking guides and scout services enhance your experience, ensuring an unforgettable journey through Ethiopia's rich history and diverse landscapes. ...more ...less
Highlights
Explore Lalibela’s iconic rock-hewn churches
Discover Gondar’s royal castles and painted churches
Hike through the breathtaking Simien Mountains
Visit the awe-inspiring Blue Nile Falls
Embark on a boat cruise at Lake Tana
Admire the stunning Debre Berhan Selassie Church in Gondar
Encounter wild Ibex and baboons at Ras Dashen in the Simien Mountains
Itinerary
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Get picked up at the Addis Ababa airport and transferred to your accommodation then go on a city tour.
Day 2
:
Addis Ababa-Debre Margos, Ethiopia
Location: Addis Ababa, Blue Nile Gorge, Debre Marqos
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Addis Ababa on Day 2 and drive to the Blue Nile Gorge and later to Debre Marqos.
Day 3
:
Debre Margos - Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
Location: Blue Nile Falls, Bahir Dar
Accommodation Name: hotel
Visit the Blue Nile Falls for a hike and then travel to Bahir Dar.
Day 4
:
Lake Tana, Ethiopia
Location: Lake Tana
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a boat trip on Lake Tana.
Day 5
:
Bahir Dar - Gondar, Ethiopia
Location: Gondar
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Gondar to go sightseeing.
Day 6
:
Siemen Mountain, Ethiopia
Location: Siemen Mountain
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Siemen Mountain.
Day 7
:
Siemen Mountain - Aksum, Ethiopia
Location: Aksum
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Aksum.
Day 8
:
Aksum, Ethiopia
Location: Aksum
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is a sightseeing day in Aksum.
Day 9
:
Aksum - Mekele, Ethiopia
Location: Aksum, Mekele
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to Mekele.
What's Included
Meals
11 Breakfast(s), 2 Lunch(es)
Accommodation
8 nights of accommodation are included in the tour.
Transport
Addis Ababa airport pick-up and drop-off, all transport between cities and on tours, airport transfers, and domestic flights are included.
Activities
A boat cruise at Lake Tana is included in the itinerary.
Guides
English speaking guides are provided at each destination.
Scout service
Scout service at the national park is included.
Handy extras
Handy extras and accessories are included.
What's Not Included
Visa fees
Visa fees are not included in the tour package.
Health and travel insurance
Health and travel insurance are not included and should be arranged separately.
Optional activities
Optional activities are not included in the tour package.
Other meals/drinks
Meals and drinks other than those specified are not included.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not covered in the tour package.
Tips
Tips for guides and drivers are not included.
Mode of Transport
Experience seamless travel with airport transfers, transport per itinerary, and all transport between cities and on tours included.
Accommodation
Enjoy 11 nights of comfortable accommodation throughout your journey, ensuring a restful stay after each day's adventure.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation in comfortable hotels, ensuring a restful stay after each day's adventure.
Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour package, along with all transport between cities and on tours.
Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, English speaking guides are provided at each destination to enhance your experience.
Is there a boat cruise included in the itinerary?
Yes, a boat cruise on Lake Tana is included in the itinerary.
Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes breakfast, but other meals and drinks are not included unless specified.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a mix of cultural and exciting nature activities, such as exploring ancient cities, hiking in the Simien Mountains, and a boat cruise on Lake Tana.
Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?
Yes, visa fees, health and travel insurance, optional activities, personal expenses, and tips for guides and drivers are not included in the tour package.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Ethiopia Historical Route Adventure 9D/8N
9 Days Starting and ending in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Visiting:
Addis Ababa, Blue Nile Gorge, Debre Marqos, Blue Nile Falls, Bahir Dar, Lake Tana, Gondar, Siemen Mountain, Aksum, Mekele
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