Duration
3-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
3-Day Lalibela Rock Hewn Churches
Overview
Lalibela is a town in the Amhara region of northern Ethiopia. It's known for its distinctive rock-cut churches dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, which are pilgrimage sites for Coptic Christians. Carved out of rock, the subterranean monoliths include huge Bete Medhane Alem, and cross-shaped Bete Giyorgis. Many are joined by tunnels and trenches, and some have carved bas-reliefs and colored frescoes inside. It is one of the eight wonders of the world.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Lalibela (Town)
Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
Getting around: minivan & air transfer
Accommodation
Panoramic View Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town)
Meals
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Breakfast & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$2,145 USD
$1,254 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,145 USD
$1,254 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$2,420 USD
$1,364 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 4 are free.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Lalibela (Town)
End
Addis Ababa (City) (Day 3)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: minivan & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Panoramic View Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town)
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Flight to Lalibela
Today we will have flight to Lalibela and visit the 1st group churches which are included Bieta Medhanialem (Chapel of Holy Savior) which is the biggest and Bieta Mariam (Chapel of Mary): three aisled with mural paintings and a covered pillar containing inscriptions about the end of the world according to the gadl (act)of saintly king. Further visit of Bieta Denagel (Chapel of the Virgins), Bieta Meskel (Chapel of the cross) and finally, the “double – church” of Debre Sina and Bieta Golghotha (women are not allowed in the latter since it’s where the remains of King Lalibela are and also because it contains the tabernacle of the Holy Trinity). Overnight Panoramic View hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Panoramic View Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Lalibela
In Lalibela you will have optional mule excursion to Asheton Mariam church situated at a very hill top, to see the town of Lalibela and the surrounding attraction. Afternoon visit the second group of Churches. This second group comprises, from east to west, the churches and sanctuaries of Bet Emanuel, Bet Mercurios, Bet Abba Libanos, the Chapel of Bet Lehem and Bet Gabriel-Rufa'el. Bet Emanuel Art historians consider Bet Emanuel to be the finest and most impressive church in Lalibela. St. George. Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Panoramic View Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Visit Neakuto Leab and back to Addis
Morning you'll be driven to the charming semi–cave church of Neakutoleab, a church of the early 13th century. Flight back to Addis, and a visit of Ethnological museum that is found in the university, have lunch and souvenir shopping, evening fare well dinner at one of the city’s best traditional restaurants to enjoy a variety of Ethiopian cuisines and watch traditional dancing transfer. Transfer to airport and end of the trip. Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Senait Ethiopia Tours
5.0 operator rating
42 reviews
Senait Ethiopia Tours is Ethiopian owned tour company that has been operating since 2008 that offers wide selections of tour package, tailor-made and customized tours throughout the beautiful & sunny country of Ethiopia. SET believe in high standards of service, but charge very competitive price. SET operates on a serious belief that it’s making and breaking is in the hands of its customers. This is not just a hollow slogan. For a service provider such as SET, the recommendations of our satisfied customers have more lasting effects than tons of literatures and promotional materials.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2008)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5The services offered were excellent!!
We were in Addis Ababa for two days, taking advantage of a stopover on the way to China. It was a pleasant surprise for everyone in the group. We loved getting to know Addis Ababa, a beautiful city, undergoing great expansion and will undoubtedly be the economic and political heart of Africa. The services offered by SENAIT Ethiopia Tours, represented by Mr. Taddese Atlaw, served the Butterfly Tour group very well, offering us hotel options, a fantastic city tour and a wonderful guide, Mr. Mamush Eshetu. Ethiopia is on the list of destinations that the Butterfly Tour tour operator offers to Brazilians. Thank you very much.
Luciane Ribeiro - Commercial Director of Butterfly Tour Operator · Brazil
100 % profesional
I highly recommend the company to organize your stay in Ethiopia. The most important thing is to convey the scope of your requirements, they will cope 100%. Very professional guides and drivers.
Lukasz C · Poland
Exceptional experience
Great experience dealing with Taddese, great communicator and recommended the right things to do. Always felt safe and taken care of. Had a great guide the whole time. We were a family with three kids, ages 5-10 years old.
Lucas · Panama
Ethiopian beauties and contrasts tour
My 17-year-old daughter and I had a blast visiting Gondar, the Simien mountains, Lalibela and the Danakil Depression. The Senait team at each location was reliable, kind, knowledgeable and fun to travel with. The country is amazing in its diversity and beauty. I highly recommend visiting Ethiopia, and using Senait to do so. Thanks to the whole team and, maybe, see you all soon again!
Michaela · Switzerland
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Panoramic View Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town). Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Senait Ethiopia Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Senait Ethiopia Tours.
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