5 days NORTHERN HISTORIC ROUTES

Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa & City Tour

Arrive at Bole International Airport and meet your Enat Ethiopia Tours representative. Transfer to your reserved hotel and begin your exploration of Ethiopia’s capital. Visit the National Museum to see the famous 3.5-million-year-old fossil “Lucy,” and explore Holy Trinity Cathedral—home to imperial tombs and stained glass masterpieces.

Holy Trinity Cathedral—where art, architecture, and national pride unite.

Overnight: Hotel, Addis Ababa

Day 2: Addis Ababa – Gondar

Fly to Gondar, once the royal seat of Ethiopian emperors. Visit Fasil Ghebbi, a UNESCO-listed compound of medieval castles and palaces, then tour Debre Berhan Selassie Church, renowned for its angel-covered ceiling frescoes and serene atmosphere.

Overnight: Hotel, Gondar

Day 3: Simien Mountains National Park – Day Trip

Take a scenic drive to Simien Mountains National Park and hike amidst dramatic cliffs and alpine meadows. Spot gelada baboons grazing on the escarpments and soak in vistas stretching into rugged valleys below. Return to Gondar by evening.

Gelada baboons in the Simiens—high-altitude wildlife at its wildest.

Overnight: Hotel, Gondar

Day 4: Gondar – Lalibela

Fly to Lalibela and begin your tour of the iconic monolithic churches carved directly into volcanic rock. Highlights include Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, and Bet Giyorgis, each rich with religious symbolism and architectural mastery. This UNESCO World Heritage site reflects Ethiopia’s profound spiritual legacy.

Overnight: Hotel, Lalibela

Day 5: Lalibela – Addis Ababa & Departure

Fly back to Addis Ababa. Depending on your schedule, enjoy souvenir shopping or additional sightseeing. In the evening, Enat Ethiopia Tours offers a cultural farewell dinner with traditional cuisine, music, and dance before transferring you to the airport.

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