North Ethiopia - Gondar Tour (UNESCO)
Gondar, Amhara, Ethiopia
Duration
1 Day
Group Size
1-4
Season
All Year
Difficulty
Easy
About the trip
Welcome to Gondar, a city steeped in history and culture, often referred to as the 'Camelot of Africa.' Nestled in the Ethiopian Highlands, Gondar was once the capital of Ethiopia and is renowned for its stunning medieval castles and churches, including the iconic Fasil Ghebbi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the enchanted city with its vibrant markets, traditional cuisine, and historical wonders like the Debre Birhan Selassie Church, famous for its striking cherubic murals.
Included
All transport using sedan or van
All fees to driver guides
All photo fees where applicable
All entrance fees where applicable
All government taxes
Excluded
Domestic flights
All meals
Hotels in Addis Ababa
Alcoholic beverages
Tips and items of personal nature like laundry
Itinerary
Gondar City Tour (UNESCO Day Trip)
08:00 AM: Fly from Addis Ababa to Gondar with Ethiopian Airlines. 09:25 AM: Arrival at Gondar airport, meet your guide and drive 18km to the city. Morning: Explore the 17th-century Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi), a cluster of medieval castles built by Emperor Fasilides and his successors. Visit the Debre Birhan Selassie Church, renowned for its ceiling adorned with hundreds of winged cherub faces and beautiful wall murals. Lunch: Enjoy a traditional lunch at the famous Four Sisters Restaurant. Afternoon: 04:45 PM - 05:45 PM: Fly back to Addis Ababa and transfer to your hotel.
