Duration
3-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
An unforgettable guided tour from Mekele to the breathtaking Geralta churches, where you will explore extraordinary rock-hewn churches like Abune Yemata Guh and Mariam Korkor. Each day will be filled with scenic hikes through the stunning landscapes of the Tigray region, allowing you to immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Ethiopia. Marvel at the intricate architecture and serene surroundings of these ancient churches while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow travelers.
Plan snapshot
Duration
3-Day
Route
Mekele to Mekele
Via Gheralta (Mountain Range)
Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
Accommodation
Vision Hotel Budget hotel in Hawzen (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included - Budget hotel in Hawzen (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Meals
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour uses hotels.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Day 1-2
Budget hotel in Hawzen (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Depart from Mekele and head to the Geralta area. Visit the Abune Yemata Guh church, a rock-hewn church located on a cliff. Admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. Continue to the Mariam Korkor church, another rock-hewn church with a unique design. After a day of exploration, check into your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Ethiopian meal. Budget hotel located in Hawzen (Town) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After breakfast, head out for a day of hiking. Visit the Maryam Korkor church, a rock-hewn church located on a cliff. Admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. Continue to the Mariam Korkor church, another rock-hewn church with a unique design. After a day of exploration, check into your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Ethiopian meal. Budget hotel located in Hawzen (Town) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
After breakfast, head out for a day of hiking. Visit Abereha Atsebeha rock-hewn church located on a cliff. Admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. After a day of exploration, you will transfer to Mekele airport. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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 Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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)
Offered by
Liyu is an Amharic word which means “unique” in English. Liyu Ethiopia Tours is established to promote and market Ethiopia as a major tourist destination in the world. Liyu Ethiopia in the tourism sector carries the objective of maximizing the satisfaction of its customers through its professional and experienced staff, who are always ready to render courtesy and personalized service in all areas of its operations. If you are planning a tour to Ethiopia, contact us for expert recommendation and
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Etiopia is my 86th visited country. Our group of ten girls and one men has chosen Liyu Ethiopian Tours as one of my friends recommended me Yhun Ejigu. I am usually sceptic reading reviews this and that one is the best but I can guarantee Yhun is the best with abilities you can not learn in schools. Although he can not understand Hungarian he could read sighns on our face and our bodylanguage and reacted immediately. Ethiopia is safe, wonderful, heart touching, a must to see. We will never forget our memories and Liyu Ethiopian Tours, without them the ten spent days wouldn’t be so fantastic that it was. We are very thankful.
Tunde Toth · Hungary
Liyu Ethiopia Tours & Travel has the perfect team to make you fall in love with Africa — especially with Ethiopia’s ancient culture, breathtaking nature, and fascinating tribes. Our 10-day tour was not only perfectly organized but also thoughtfully tailored to our needs. The guides were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and had a great sense of humor. The drivers were kind and professional, and we felt safe throughout the entire journey. Traveling with Liyu Ethiopia Tours was pure joy — full of adventure, unforgettable experiences. We came home with thousands of photos — but even more, with beautiful memories and new friends. It was the trip of a lifetime!
Anita Darida-Sarkozi · Hungary
Having been let down at 7am on the day of a tour by another provider, I signed up to do a cooking class. This was so worthwhile. It is not simply about just the food, you get a glimpse into the life and living of the inhabitants of Addis. Liyu Ethiopia Tours were excellent hosts. I was collected from my hotel at 10am, communication was excellent. A young gentleman called Oli collected me from my hotel with a driver. For young man his knowledge of food, ingredients and Ethiopian food was extraordinary, and really added to my experience. In summary a tour round Sola market to walk through the food quarter, which is really insightful and then to his family home for a simply brilliant time learning how to cook with the ingredients we had just purchased. The watchful of Gran was a real bonus too. I cannot speak too highly of this. Book this tour for a real experience above and beyond cooking.
Ade · United Kingdom
This is my second time traveling with Yhun from Liyu agency. After booking an extremely successful trip to the north of Ethiopia, this time we toured Addis. Yhun knows all the less-visited spots, and can accommodate a visit in both rain and sunshine. He is very pleasant, extremely reliable and I wholeheartedly recommend him. But I won't tell you all the sector places he took me- you have to come and find out for yourselves....
Dr. Raya Leibowitz · Israel
Practical answers
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 10 years and older. Children under 17 receive a discount.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Vision Hotel Budget hotel in Hawzen (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included - Budget hotel in Hawzen (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
This tour starts and ends in Mekele
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel, 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.
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 Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel.
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