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Visiting the Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches in Ethiopia is a remarkable experience. These churches, carved directly into the rock, are among the most impressive examples of medieval Ethiopian architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lalibela, once the capital of the Zagwe dynasty in the 12th and 13th centuries, is home to 11 monolithic churches that were carved out of volcanic tuff. They are often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World" due to their incredible craftsmanship and spiritual significance
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Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up at lalibela airport at the parking lot with the sign of your name or our company name logo
Itinerary
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1Lalibela
Addis Ababa - Lalibela Fly to Lalibela on Ethiopian Airlines 700 kilometers north of Addis Ababa. Tour the magnificent rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This group of eleven monolithic and semi-monolithic structures were carved directly into the stone of the mountainside at least 800 years ago. This complex boasts the largest monolithic church in the world, a maze of passageways and tunnels, intricately carved reliefs, and fabulous examples of icon paintings. Overnight Hotel
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
You will wake up on a very early morning to attend a mass service at one of the best churches of Lalibela and continue exploring the fascinating churches (Second group): 7.Bete Amanuel, 8.Bete Marqorewos, 9.Bete Abba Libanos, 10.Bete Gabriel -Rufael and 11. Bet Giyorgis is the most elegant of all Lalibela churches,later drive back to Lalibela and fly back to Addis Ababa End of the tour
Admission ticket free
Addis Ababa-Lalibela
Lalibela -Addis Ababa Flight
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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