Duration
3-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
3-Day The Best of Lalibela for Solo Travelers
Overview
If you only have a few days in Ethiopia, the Rock-hewn churches of Lalibela are a do not miss. With this tour you experience the best Lalibela has to offer including churches, a moderate level hike with rewarding views, as well as a cultural exchange in the form of a cooking class.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Lalibela (Town)
Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
Getting around: minivan & air transfer
Accommodation
Lalibela Lodge Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included +3 Photos - Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$715 USD
$715 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$715 USD
$715 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 15 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
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Lalibela (Town)
End
Addis Ababa (Day 3)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 10 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 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
Day 1-2
Lalibela Lodge Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included +3 Photos
Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast 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
Fly to Lalibela
Start the day with your flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela town. Upon arrival your guide picks you up at the airport to go check in at the hotel. After check-in your knowledgeable guide will take you to see these mysterious monolithic churches carved into the rock of the Ethiopian highlands. The day ends with an evening of local drinks and dance, optional for an extra cost'. Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Lalibela Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Hike to Asheton Mariam
This morning after breakfast we head out to the weekly market where locals get all their shopping needs met. Here we have a chance to try some highly sought after honey, buy local herbs and medicinal remedies as well as practice our haggling skills. After dropping off any purchases, we head out on our moderate intensity hike up to Asheton Mariam monastery. The trek will not only get your heart rate up but you will also take in some of the best views over the town of Lalibela. We finish the day with an Ethiopian cooking class with coffee ceremony. Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Lalibela Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Fly back to Addis Ababa
Early morning before breakfast we follow the faithful to morning mass. We have a chance to get blessed by the Ethiopian Orthodox priest as well as witness the ancient spiritual practices of the Ethiopian Orthodox church. After your breakfast the guide and driver will take you to the airport for the flight back to Addis Ababa. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not 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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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
Offered by
Travel Africa Tours
4.8 operator rating
Travel Africa Tours provides authentic and eclectic tours of Ethiopia and Tanzania. Whether you want to explore the vibrant cultures of the Omo Valley tribes in Ethiopia or follow the wildebeest migration through the expansive Serengeti we are here to make it happen. We are not just tour operators, we are travelers like you and want to help make your adventure in Africa memorable.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Ethiopia, Tanzania
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 15 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?
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Lalibela Lodge Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included +3 Photos - Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast 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 Travel Africa 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.
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 Travel Africa Tours.
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