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3-Day Lalibela's Rock-Hewn Churches Medieval Masterpiece

Accra, Ethiopia

3-Day Lalibela's Rock-Hewn Churches Medieval Masterpiece

4.7 / 5 · 6 reviews Offered by East Africa Tour Operator 3-Day

Overview

Exploring the North: Lalibela's UNESCO rock-hewn churches, among the eight wonders of the world. Duration: 3 days, 2 nights. Day 1: Fly Addis Ababa-Lalibela; check-in, lunch, explore the first and southern church groups, plus a stroll through the Saturday market. Day 2: Optional ascent to Asheton Maryam Cave Church; visit Yemrehanna Kristos Monastery and Yimerhane Kristos Cave Church; enjoy a honey wine bar with live music. Day 3: Nakutola'ab Monastery, then flight home.

Plan snapshot

Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa

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

Sora Lodge Lalibela - Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town) – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

3-Day Lalibela's Rock-Hewn Churches Medieval Masterpiece
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Dec 3, 2025 - Dec 5, 2027 $935 USD $880 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.
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

Tour route map
country Ethiopia
Start Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-3 Lalibela (Town)
End Addis Ababa (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.

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Minimum age of 2 years

The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.

Activities & Transportation

Getting around: minivan & air transfer
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Sora Lodge Lalibela

Day 1-2

Sora Lodge Lalibela

Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Sora Lodge LalibelaSora Lodge LalibelaSora Lodge Lalibela

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

All Meals 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.

Fly Addis Ababa-Lalibela; check-in, lunch, explore the first and southern church groups

Day 1

Fly Addis Ababa-Lalibela; check-in, lunch, explore the first and southern church groups

Fly Addis Ababa-Lalibela; check-in, lunch, explore the first and southern church groups Take a morning flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela. Upon arrival, you will be picked up at the airport and driven for 30 minutes through the picturesque countryside to the town. After checking into your hotel, enjoy lunch before starting your exploration of the first group of the fascinating rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. You will also take a stroll to experience the local culture, including a visit to the Saturday market. Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Sora Lodge Lalibela Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Optional ascent to Asheton Maryam Cave Church; visit Yemrehanna Kristos Monastery

Day 2

Optional ascent to Asheton Maryam Cave Church; visit Yemrehanna Kristos Monastery

Optional ascent to Asheton Maryam Cave Church; visit Yemrehanna Kristos Monastery You have the option to either drive most of the way (approximately 35-40 minutes) and hike the last 20 minutes to Asheton Maryam Cave Church, or hike the entire distance from town. After your visit, return to Lalibela for lunch. Next, drive 42 kilometers to the Monastery of Yemrehanna Kristos, a unique wooden and granite church built inside a cavern before the time of King Lalibela. Explore the only floating church in the area, Yimerhane Kristos Cave Church, which is carefully carved out of marble stone. Walk into the backyard to see the thousands of skeletal remains of those who came to die in that holy place. Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Sora Lodge Lalibela Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Visit Nakutola'ab Monastery, then flight home

Day 3

Visit Nakutola'ab Monastery, then flight home

Nakutola'ab Monastery, then flight home After breakfast, we will drive to the airport. On the way, we will stop at the Nakutola'ab Monastery, located beneath a massive cave. This stunning semi-monolithic church showcases the final stages of the Zagwe dynasty. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other 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)

Drinking water (On all days)

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

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
East Africa Tour Operator
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Offered by

East Africa Tour Operator

4.7 operator rating 6 reviews

East Africa Tour Operator was established in 2011 as a premier Ethiopian tour operator based in Addis Ababa. In addition to providing tours of Ethiopia's many wondrous sites, including specialized Lalibela tours, Axum tours, and Gondar tours, we provide a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the country's rich cultures by facilitating meaningful connections with local communities across Ethiopia.

Office In

Ethiopia

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2011)

Member Of

Ethiopian Tour Operator Association & Ethiopian Tourist Guide Professional Association

Tour Types

Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)

Destinations

Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.70 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

The Best Guide I’ve Ever Had – Beki Is Exceptional!

I travelled to Ethiopia in 2020 and still consider Beki the best guide I’ve ever had. I’ve visited more than 50 countries and been on countless tours, but no one has matched his warmth, professionalism, and deep passion for sharing his country. He has an incredible knowledge of Ethiopia’s history and culture, as well as the local insights that make every experience unique. A highlight of my journey was visiting Lalibela during Easter. Thanks to Beki’s organisation, connections, and understanding of the local traditions, it was far more than a sightseeing stop. It became a powerful and moving experience that I’ll never forget. Beki went above and beyond every single day. He anticipated our needs, handled every detail effortlessly, and brought genuine energy and joy to every moment. His storytelling brought Ethiopia’s ancient sites to life, and his kindness made the trip truly special. Even years later, I still compare every tour to my experience with Beki. If you have the chance to explore Ethiopia with him, take it. You will be in the very best hands.

Photo by Blake
Photo by Blake
Photo by Blake
Photo by Blake

Blake · Australia

Verified

An excellent organisation that I can recommend 100%!

My travel companion and I gave Beki the outline of what we wanted to see and do and he came up with a great plan very quickly. In fact, not only did we visit everywhere we suggested, but Beki showed us some amazing places we hadn’t even heard of and that made the trip even more memorable. Beki is the perfect guide, totally trustworthy, very knowledgeable, has fluent English and worked extremely hard to ensure that we were completely safe and happy. Without Beki as our guide, this would have been a good trip - but in Beki’s hands it was a GREAT trip, probably the best I’ve ever been on. Thank you Beki - we are looking forward to next time!

Photo by Paul Gilmore
Photo by Paul Gilmore
Photo by Paul Gilmore
Photo by Paul Gilmore

Paul Gilmore · United Kingdom

Verified

Beki is amazing guide , super clear with the plan and expectations !

We booked one week for my father and Beki arranged everything from the tribes of homovalie and all surrounding to the mountains area of the highest pick of Ethiopia (Ras Deshen) he planned everything very carefully and safely , always responsible and always on time , he is great guy!

Karo · Denmark

Verified

Excellent experiemnce!

Beki picked me up right on time, safely drove me to an historical area of Addis, showed me around along with another part of the city while also explaining much about the history and culture, taking me to a great museum and more. I highly recommend Beki Kibret as a great guide and he speaks good English as well. very polite and profession as well as fair and reasonable in cost. Anyone who choses to use Beki as their guide is assured to have a great experience!

Orthodox Tewahedo Maryam Church Entoto Park Addis Ababa
Orthodox Tewahedo Maryam Church Entoto Park Addis Ababa

James · United States

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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.

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?

Sora Lodge Lalibela - Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals 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

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by East Africa Tour Operator, 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 East Africa Tour Operator.

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