Church of Saint George , Lalibela Market , Lalibela
New ! Ethiopia : Cultural Discoveries in an Ancient Land
Ethiopia : Addis Ababa , Lalibela , Gondar , Simien Mountains National Park , Bahir Dar
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers , guaranteed
17 days starting from $ 6,495 including international airfare from New York
Single Supplement : FREE Departure Dates : Jan-Jun ; Sep-Dec
Activity Level : Moderately Strenuous
Journey to the Horn of Africa and discover the enchanting landscapes and timeless ruins of Ethiopia — home to early Christianity and a powerful kingdom that once rivaled ancient Egypt and the Roman Empire . Meet “ Lucy ,” mankind ’ s earliest ancestor , in Addis Ababa ; witness the living history of Lalibela ’ s sunken churches ; explore the ancient stone castles of Gondar ; discover the rare wildlife and breathtaking beauty of Simien Mountain National Park ; and more .
IT ’ S INCLUDED
• 15 nights accommodation , plus 1 day room in Addis Ababa
• International airfare , airport transfers , government taxes , fees , and airline fuel surcharges unless you
choose to make your own air arrangements
• 42 meals — 15 breakfasts , 14 lunches , and 13 dinners ( including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner )
• 26 small group activities
• Services of a local O . A . T . Trip Experience Leader
• Gratuities for local guides , drivers , lodge and camp staff , and luggage porters
• Complimentary O . A . T . safari duffel bag and water bottle
• 5 % Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
60 Ethiopia : Cultural Discoveries in an Ancient Land
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U . S . Depart the U . S . for an overnight flight to Istanbul , Turkey .
DAY 2 • Fly to Addis Ababa , Ethiopia Fly to Addis Ababa , Ethiopia , arriving very late this evening . Then , transfer to your hotel .
Radisson Blu Hotel or similar
DAY 3 • Addis Ababa After a morning to rest , gather with your fellow travelers , including those who took the Kenya ’ s Masai Mara National Reserve pre-trip extension , for a Welcome Briefing and a visit to a local khat shop before dinner .
Meals : B , D | Radisson Blu Hotel or similar