11. The best of Gondar city Walking tour
· 3 hoursThe history of the city of Gondar dates back to the 16th century. It was once the capital of Ethiopia and the residence of Emperor Fasilid and his descendants. Do you know how many castles, churches and bridges were built during the rule of the Fasilides dynasty? The city's main imperial area, known as the Royal Enclosure, is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. What is the story of these royal palaces and emperors? What makes the Emperor Fasilid's Palace so special? We will visit the most beautiful church in Ethiopia, Debre Berhan Sellassie. The interior of the church is adorned with impressive murals, cherubs and paintings. What makes this church so valuable? A local charismatic guide will reveal the secrets and interesting facts about the city of Gondar.
22. 4 Days 3 Nights Gonder Sightseeing & Simien Mountain National Park Trekking
· 4 daysGonder sightseeing and Simien mountain trekking tour is provided to you by Zagol Ethiopia Tours, you will experience the history and nature.
33. Gonder city Tours
· 4 hoursThis tailor-made Ethiopia holiday is a fascinating insight into this friendly and unique country. You’ll learn about its history, culture and religious life, see its dramatic architecture left behind by ancient civilizations, and explore its diverse landscapes.
44. 4 Days Trekking to Simien Mountain National Park
5.0· 8 reviews· 4 daysThis extensive trek explores in depth one of Africans largest mountain ranges, studded with at least a dozen peaks over the 4,000m mark. These include Ras Dejen the highest point in Ethiopia, and the 4th highest peak in Africa. The area was designated a national park in 1966, and the entire range a UNESCO world heritage site in 1978. Trek through the Simien Mountains, following an extensive network of trails. The quality of these trails, along with the fantastic scenery, unique flora, diverse wildlife and rich bird life make this a rewarding and challenging trek. It is a paradise for natural history enthusiasts as well as for trekkers.
55. Gondar city Tour With Airport & Hotel Pick Up
5.0· 4 reviews· 7.5 hoursGondar, the center of Ethiopian art and culture, is famous in its many medieval castles and the design and decoration of its churches. This land of castles and churches was founded by Emperor Fasilidas in 1630s and served as the royal capital of Ethiopian Emperors for about 250 years. The foundation of this imperial capital witnessed a period of optimism and renaissance of the golden days of Aksum and Lalibela. Architecture, literature, education, music, painting and commerce that had been perished after the fall of ancient Aksum, rose to prominence. You will see the most attractive painting churches and the most impressive royal enclose of fasil castle and swimming pool f(asildes bath) and the old town of gondar city with rich in culture and history in Ethiopia.
66. 13 Days Gondar,Simien Mountains ,Lalibela and Omo Valley Tours
5.0· 1 reviews· 13 daysEthiopia boasts a wealth of UNESCO World Heritage sites, some of the best trekking in the world, stunning landscapes, and some of the most fascinating and colorful tribal groups in Africa. This two-week itinerary includes much of the best: A highlight for many visitors to Ethiopia is a multi-day trek in the Simien Mountains, walking along a high altitude plateau amongst troops of Gelada Baboon and the rare Wallia Ibex with incredible views of an endless mountain-scape. On either side of the trek, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the Northern towns of Gondar and Lalibela which form the mainstays of the famous Northern Historical Circuit, boasting the remains of Fasilades’s Castle (once the Camelot of Africa) and the incredible rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. Making use of Ethiopian Airlines twice weekly flights south to Arba Minch; you’ll also get a taster of the diverse and fascinating tribes of the Omo Valley and the dense crocodile populations on Lake Chamo
77. 6 Days tour Package (Simien Mountains, Lalibela, and Danakil Depression)
4.9· 32 reviews· 6 daysSimien Mountain and Danakil are two different landscapes, simien mountains are part of the Ethiopian Highlands. They are a World Heritage Site and include the Simien Mountains National Park. The mountains consist of plateaus separated by valleys and rising to pinnacles. Where as danakil is one of the most geologically active regions with three tectonic plates meeting at the Afar Triple Junction. When tectonic plates move apart like at Danakil, it creates lave lakes, hot springs, geysers and fissures in the ground. The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela in Ethiopia are the most extraordinary man-made sites in sub-Saharan Africa. Our tour is unique as it is well-arranged including "must visit" historic sites of Lalibela which we deliver all with Ethiopian hospitality and touch.
88. Day trek to Simien Mountains
3.0· 2 reviewsThe chasmic valleys and towering peaks of Simien Mountains National Park are a beacon of wildlife conservation, sheltering rare species such as the Walia ibex and Simien fox. Though UNESCO-listed in 1978, the park remains off the beaten track, providing active sightseers an authentic glimpse of Ethiopia’s natural heritage.
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