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Day-Trip Church of Adadi Mariam from Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia
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Overview
Duration
9h
Languages
English, French
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
It is about 8-hours guided day tour from Addis Ababa by drive with private vehicle. The tour includes: -
- Scenic stops at best viewpoints to see the Great East African Rift Valley
- Visiting the unique rock church of Adadi Mariam (13th Century AD)
- Exploring the ancient grave site of Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage from 14th Century AD)
- Learning Ethiopian history as you see the huge carved grave stones of Tiya
- Visiting villages of locals for cultural experience to learn how to make Enjera (Ethiopian bread)
- Experiencing traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn how Coffee is enjoyed with a ceremony
This private day tour from Addis Ababa is limited to a maximum of 6 people.
Day Tour to Adadi Mariam Rock Church and Steles of Tiya takes 8 to 9 hours. The day tour is with professional experienced French or English-speaking local tour guide.
We use private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the day tour from Addis Ababa. Total driving distance is about 200 km.
What to remember
Important info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Dress code is formal and women are advised to cover hairs when visiting churches. If the tour is taken in June, July or August, please be prepared for the rainy weather and bring raincoat/umbrellas. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Vegetarian and Gluten-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
What's included
Local snacks, tea, and coffee. Hotel pickup and drop-off. Typical Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony attendance and Coffee. Air-conditioned vehicle. Lunch at a local Ethiopian restaurant. Local family visits. Professional experienced English speaking tour guide
What's not included
Entrance fees: Admission ticket max. 20.00. Any other expenses
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours
Meeting Point
If your pick-up location is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, here are the easy-to-follow instructions to find your guide at the Addis Ababa Airport on arrival:
Exit the terminal building, start walking straight towards the car parking lot.
Keep an eye out to your LEFT side, you'll notice a large road constructed on a bridge with pillars.
The road bends to the left. That's where you'll find your guide waiting right under the bend in the high road. Look out for a sign with your name!