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This 14-day circuit across northern Ethiopia links Addis Ababa with Bahir Dar, Gondar, the Simien Mountains, Axum and Lalibela—offering a blend of archaeology, highland scenery and short high-altitude hikes. Expect long drives, ancient churches, gelada sightings and hands-on cultural encounters.
This 14-day circuit across northern Ethiopia links Addis Ababa with Bahir Dar, Gondar, the Simien Mountains, Axum and Lalibela—offering a blend of archaeology, highland scenery and short high-altitude hikes. Expect long drives, ancient churches, gelada sightings and hands-on cultural encounters.
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Operated by Finot Tour Ethiopia - Day Tours · Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Dawn breaks over Addis Ababa and the city exhales a spice-scented breath—your guide collects you and the long ribbon of road north unfurls. Over fourteen days the trip moves from highland capital to plateaus and gorges: Bahir Dar’s lake breeze, the thunder of Blue Nile Falls, the stone castles of Gondar, the razor ridges of the Simien Mountains and the ancient stele of Axum, finishing among the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
challenging.
14 days.
Moderate to good fitness is required—several long drives and short hikes at altitude; be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and stairs.
Most visitors require a visa; many nationalities can obtain an e‑visa in advance—check current Ethiopian government requirements and allow time for processing.
Hikes on this itinerary are mostly short, 2–4 hour walks over rocky, sometimes steep trails; they require sure footing but are not technical.
Yes—some areas exceed 2,500–4,000 m; drink water, rest, and inform guides of any symptoms; consider gradual acclimatization and consult a doctor about medication if you have concerns.
Families can participate, but long drives and some climbs may be tiring for young children; infant seating and stroller access is limited in remote sites.
This corridor traces Ethiopia’s ancient kingdoms—Axumite stelae, medieval Zagwe rock churches of Lalibela and Gondar’s 17th-century imperial castles reflect millennia of history.
Tourism supports local economies but also pressures fragile highland environments; stick to marked paths, use local guides and minimize single-use plastics.
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