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Embark on a 7-day adventure through Ethiopia’s most dramatic landscapes and ancient treasures. Witness the molten lava of Erta Ale Volcano, explore the otherworldly Dallol salt flats, and trek to cliffside Tigray rock-hewn churches. Conclude in historic Axum, the legendary Aksumite capital, for a journey that blends natural wonders with rich cultural heritage.
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Meeting and pickup
Meeting Instructions: Your guide will be holding a sign with your name or booking reference at the arrival area or hotel lobby. Please share your flight details or hotel name when booking to ensure timely pickup.
Itinerary
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1Addis Ababa
Early morning flight from Addis Ababa to Samara. Upon arrival, drive 5–6 hours to the Erta Ale campsite. In the evening, hike about 40 minutes to the volcano’s summit to witness the dramatic lava lake and glowing rock formations. After sunset, return to the campsite for overnight.
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2Erta Ale
After breakfast, drive around 3 hours to Hamed Ela. After lunch and rest, take a short drive to the salt lake in the late afternoon. Enjoy the surreal sunset views and observe salt workers in the desert. Return to the campsite for overnight.
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Morning visit to the otherworldly landscapes of Dallol, with its colorful mineral deposits, salt mountains, bubbling hot springs, and traditional salt mining fields. After the visit, return to the campsite for lunch, then continue driving about 4 hours to Mekelle. Overnight in Mekelle.
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4Hawzen
Drive from Mekelle toward Hawzen, stopping to explore the historic Abreha we Atsbeha Church and Abune Abraham Debre Tsion, both remarkable examples of early rock-hewn Christian architecture. Continue to Hawzen for overnight.
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5Hawzen
After breakfast, trek to the famous Abune Yemata Guh, perched high on a cliff with breathtaking views. Later, visit Maryam Korkor Church, another masterpiece of Tigray’s rock churches. Overnight in Hawzen.
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6Axum
Drive from Hawzen to Axum, the ancient capital of the Aksumite Kingdom. After check-in at your hotel, start exploring Axum’s archaeological and religious treasures, including obelisks, tombs, and ancient churches. Overnight in Axum.
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7Addis Ababa
After breakfast, continue your Axum city tour, visiting the remaining historical sites such as St. Mary of Zion Church and the Ark of the Covenant chapel (view from outside). In the late afternoon, fly back to Addis Ababa – end of tour.
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Day 1: Addis Ababa – Samara – Erta Ale Volcano
Day 2: Erta Ale – Hamed Ela | Salt Lake Sunset
Day 3: Dallol Excursion – Drive to Mekelle
Day 4: Mekelle – Hawzen | Tigray Churches
Day 5: Abune Yemata Guh & Maryam Korkor
Day 6: Hawzen – Axum | Ancient City Tour
Axum – Addis Ababa | Departure
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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