Rock Hewn Churches of Adadi Maryam, Tiya Stele & Melka Kunture

5.0
(5 reviews)

6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Adadi Maryam Rock Hewn Church is believed to have been built in the 12th century. king Lalibela, commissioned the construction of the church, Adadi Mariam was one of 76 rock-hewn churches which he had constructed and excavated in his lifetime, the establishment of Adadi Mariam church is also related to the coming of saints Gebre Menfes Kidus, from Egypt to Ethiopia. Tiya, it’s an archaeological site best known for its large stone pillars, many of which bear some form of decoration. The archaeological site was designated a World Heritage Site in 1980, due to the unique nature of these monolithic monuments. The site is relatively recent. It was dated to a time period between the 11th and 13th centuries. The site contains 36 monuments, including 32 carved stele covered with symbols. Melka Kunture is a Palaeolithic site in the upper Awash Valley, Ethiopia. The site became a World Heritage Site in 2024. The Melka Kunture area is made up of valleys whose inner terraces resisted erosion.

What's Included

Car with professional driver
Lunch Ethiopian Foods
Entrance fees
Ethiopian coffee and bottle of water
English speaking professional guide
Dinner
Any Alcohol Drinks
Video and photographing fees
Gratitude and personal expense

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

WE WILL PICK ALL CLIENTS FROM HOTELS AROUND Addis Ababa AND AIRPORT OF BOLE INT

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Adadi Maryam

    Adadi Mariam is a rock-hewn monolithic church located approximately 66 km southwest of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A popular tourist destination, the site is believed to have been built in the 12th century. Throughout its history the church has been damaged by both man-made and natural causes.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Tiya is an archaeological site in central Ethiopia. It is located in the Gurage Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region south of Addis Ababa.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Melka Kunture

    Melka Kunture is a Palaeolithic site in the upper Awash Valley, Ethiopia. The site became a World Heritage Site in 2024. The Melka Kunture area is made up of valleys whose inner terraces resisted erosion

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is formal
Supplied by Aman Ethiopia Tours And Travel Agent

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Day Trips
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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