Duration
14-Day
Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia
14-Day Historic Route and Omo Valley
Overview
The trip to Northern Ethiopia includes most of the ancient historical sites of Ethiopia, like Lalibela the 8th wonders of world, the royal enclosure of Gondar which refers one of the oldest Ethiopian architectural designs. Omo valley is a home of different ethnic group of Ethiopia people.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Lalibela (Town), Bahir Dar (City), Gondar (City)
Country & park
Ethiopia / Simien Mountains National Park
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Lunch & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
May 19, 2026 - Dec 31, 2028
$3,780 USD
$2,662 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 5 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 2-3
Lalibela (Town)
Day 4-5
Bahir Dar (City)
Day 6
Gondar (City)
Day 7
Simien Mountains NP
Day 8
Lake Langano
Day 9-10
Arba Minch (City)
Day 11-12
Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 13
Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
End
Addis Ababa (City) (Day 14)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and resorts.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Getting around: minivan, boat, normal 4x4 vehicle & 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
Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-3
Tukul Village
Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
Homeland Hotel Bahir Dar
Mid-range hotel in Bahir Dar (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-7
Goha Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Gondar (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Sabana Beach Resort
Mid-range resort at Lake Langano – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9-10
Paradise Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Arba Minch (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11-12
Buska Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 13
Eco Omo Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 14
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Lunch & 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
Arrival
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. Refresh and begin your sightseeing of Addis with a drive up to mount Entoto for a panoramic view of Addis. Descend down and drive to National museum where you will have a chance to spot the oldest hominids of ‘Lucy’ fossil. Visit and proceed to the Holy Trinity built during the WWII. Finally you will be transferred to your hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Fly Addis to Lalibela
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Lalibela. Be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. ‘Eighth wonder of world Heritage’ Lalibela is famous for its underground rock-hewn cathedrals. Visit top attractions of Lalibela that will simply stagger you. These churches include Bete Medhane Alem, bete Mariam, bete Meskal, bete Denaghel, bete Golgotha, bete Mikael and bete Giorgis. Enjoy the sunset from your hotel. Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Tukul Village Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Lalibela
After having your breakfast you will visit the remaining churches of Lalibela which includes Bete Gabriel, Bete Marqorios, Bete Emmanuel, and Bete Aba Libanos. In the afternoon you will be escort to one of the local village in Lalibela to get a chance to see their daily life. Traditional Ethiopia coffee will be served. Enjoy the scenery from your hotel. Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Tukul Village Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
Drive Lalibela to Bahir Dar
This day you will drive to Bahir Dar visiting en route the Awra Amba village. A unique settlement that is considered to be a prime model for self-help and above all gender equality. Women have equal rights as men and there is no distinction in division of labor. Men cook, women plow, and religion have no place. They believe in hard work and being good to people. They keep their house and their surrounding unbelievably clean. Theft is seen as very obscene. The main means of livelihood for the community is weaving. There’s home for the elderly with 24 hour care and a committee that helps out new mothers, who also get three months of maternity leave. Check in to your hotel for the overnight. Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bahir Dar (City) Stay: Homeland Hotel Bahir Dar Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
Sightseeing Bahir Dar
Morning you will take a boat cruise on Lake Tana to visit the 14th century Monastery of Ura Kidane Mihret which is the most famous of the Zege peninsula monasteries. Afternoon, you will drive to the village of Tis Isat to see the Blue Nile falls. (Note that the volume of the water could be minimal because of the construction of the new dam). Visit and drive back to your hotel sightseeing en route. Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bahir Dar (City) Stay: Homeland Hotel Bahir Dar Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 6
Drive Bahir Dar to Gondar
After having your breakfast, you will begin your journey to Gondar. The Royal Capital of Ethiopia, Gondar was founded in 1636 by Emperor Fassiladas. In the afternoon you will visit the city of Gondar with the drive to the Castles and Churches built by Emperor Fassiladas and his descendants. Proceed to the fascinating Debre Birhan Selassie (The Enlightening of Trinity) with Wonderful murals art. Finally you will be transferred to your hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Gondar (City) Stay: Goha Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 7
Excursion to Simien
This day you will have an excursion to the Semen Mountain. This is a sight, which is termed as the most wild and spectacular of all Ethiopian landscapes- 'the roof of Africa.' Observe the magnificent scenery. Walk around in the park and then you will drive back to your hotel in Gondar. Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Goha Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 8
Fly Gondar to Addis then drive to Langano
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Addis. Be met upon arrival and drive southwards to Lake Langano visiting en route Lake Ziway the largest of the upper Rift Valley lakes with an area of 400 sq. km. Its shores are creased with water lilies, breeding place for different Ethiopian. Proceed towards the Lake Langano. The lake is a place to enjoy water activities. You will enjoy the rest of the day at the Sabana Lodge. Mid-range resort located at Lake Langano All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Lake Langano Stay: Sabana Beach Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Langano Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 9
Drive Langano to Arba Minch
After having your breakfast you will begin your journey to the town of Arba Minch visiting en route the Alaba people who are experts on house painting. They highly elaborate and paint their houses using different local rocks, mud and other materials. Upon your arrival you will check in to your hotel. Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Arba Minch (City) Stay: Paradise Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 10
Arba Minch
Morning you will take a boat cruise on Lake Chamo, the third biggest Lake in Ethiopia. On the Lake you may have a chance to see the Nile crocodiles, hippos and different types of birds. In the afternoon you will drive to the Dorze village who are experts in weaving called Shammas. The shape of their house looks Elephant, in order to remember the existence of these animals around the area many years ago. Enset “fake banana” is the staple food for these peoples. Visit and drive back to Arba Minch for the overnight. Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Arba Minch (City) Stay: Paradise Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 11
Turmi
Proceed to Turmi visiting en route the Konso village, one of the UNESCO sites in Ethiopia known by their terracing. One of the best types of coffee for the country is also from this village. Visit and proceed to the Arebore village who live with the Hamer people. Visit and proceed to Turmi for the overnight. Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Buska Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 12
Excursion to Karo and Nyangatom
This day you will drive to Murulle where you can find the Karo people. Karo People is very famous for their splendid body decoration, in which they paint their bodies and faces with white chalk to prepare for a ceremony. The women scar their chest believing it makes them beautiful. The men's scars represent an enemy or dangerous animal killed. Visit and proceed to Nyangatom tribes who live on the omo basin about 3000 individuals. Ornamentation of the women is designed not only for beauty, but also to assert the woman’s social status. In addition, both men and women have labial piercing with different metal, wood, or ivory decorations. Men sometimes wear sharp metal rings and bracelets as personal defensive weapons. One bracelet is particularly intimidating- it is a disc shape with filed edges. Late in the afternoon you will drive to Hamer village to visit the most beautiful ethnicity in the lower omo valley. Enjoy the sunset from the Hamer village. Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Buska Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 13
Excursion to Omorate
After having your breakfast, you will have an excursion to Omorate to visit the Dassanech people ‘people of the Delta’, who live on the northern shore of Lake Turkana. Visit and drive back to Turmi. After having your lunch you will drive to Jinka visiting en route the Banna people. Check in to your hotel for the overnight. Mid-range lodge located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Eco Omo Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 14
Excursion to Mursi and Fly to Addis Ababa
Take a day excursion to Mago National Park to visit the Mursi village. The Mursi are one of the exotic ethnic groups in Ethiopia. They live in very low huts made of straw leaves. The women like to wear terra cotta on their enormously stretched lower lips and ear lobes. Drive back to Jinka for lunch. Then you will drive to the airport to catch your flight back to Addis. In the evening attend a folkloric dinner where you will have a chance to taste several national dishes and watch dances of the various ethnic groups of Ethiopia. The traditional coffee ceremony will also be served. Later you will be transferred to the airport for your departure. Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
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)
Drinks (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
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
Gamel Tours
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Gamel Tours is owned and managed by one of the leading female tour guide in Ethiopia. Having over 17 year’s professional experience in guiding, travel and tourism. We are specialized on organizing trips to the Historic route, Siemen Mountain, Geraltha Clusters, Danakil Depression, cultural tour to the Omo valley tribal village and Surma, Wall city of Harar, Bale Mountain and Awash National park, Excursions, Sightseeing’s of Addis Ababa and short trips.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2015)
Member Of
African Travel & Tourism Association
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Tanzania
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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 5 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?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – 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
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This tour is offered by Gamel Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
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 Gamel Tours.
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