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Gheralta Tigrean Rock Hewn Churches Tour

Gheralta Tigrean Rock Hewn Churches Tour

Overview
The awe inspiring and majestic GHERALTA MOUNTAINS contain 30 incredible rock-hewn churches. Abune Yemata Guh is situated on a spectacular cliff edge and to access this church you must bravely attempt a precarious ledge; this small church is adorned with exquisite and ancient artwork. Mariam Korkor is another impressive cross-shaped church renowned for its architectural features and is one of the largest churches of the area. Gheralta is home to a quarter of the rock-hewn churches in Ethiopia, famous for their stone workmanship, ancient paintings and manuscripts. There are also some wonderful churches to be visited on the plain
Activities
Activities

In the morning fly to Mekelle. Then drive to Gheralta, en route visit the churches such as Wukro Cherkos, Abrha-we-Atsbeha, Adi Kosho Medhanialem and Paulos-Petros Meal: Breakfast Overnight: Lodge

If you are physically fit climb Abune Yemata and Mariam Korkor churches situated on steeply hill top. Otherwise you can go to Dughum Selassie and Debre-Tsion In the afternoon visit Abune Tekle Haymanot Meal: Breakfast Overnight: Lodge

In the morning drive to Mekelle to catch your flight back to Addis. In Mekelle you will visit the then graceful palace of Emperor Yohannes IV which is converted to a museum. The palace is majestic in design and has all the collection of the Emperor’s throne, royal bed, ceremonial dress, rifles and many other valuable historical collections can be seen in the museum. Transfer to the airport if you have international flight In the afternoon/evening fly back to Addis Meal: Breakfast “End of the tour”
What’s Included
  • 2 Nights’ accommodation cost on Twin/Double occupancy basis
  • Meal plan: As mentioned in the tour program
  • Ground transportation service including all transfers
  • Round trip domestic flight fare, Addis-Mekelle-Addis
  • Entrance fees according to the tour program
  • English speaking local guide
  • Payment for scout/ranger
  • One liter of mineral water per person per day
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what’s included section.
Cancellation Policy
Date of cancellation Penalty More than 30 days before arrival No fees Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival 25% of the total value Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival 50% of the total value Less than 07 days before the date of arrival 100% of the total value
Special Note
Important Note: The below periods are high tourism season for Ethiopia and hence adequate prior booking is required 1. Sep.21 to 30, during MESKEL FESTIVAL at all major tourist destinations 2. Jan.13 to 25, during EPIPHANY FESTIVAL, at all major tourist destinations 3. Either in late January or early February, during AU SUMMIT, only in Addis
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Highlights
Tour Name Gheralta Tigrean Rock Hewn Churches Tour
Sales Validity Start 08 May 2025
Sales Validity End 31 December 2025
Duration 3 day(s)
Price
Price Group Price Per Person
1 USD 819
2 USD 525
3 to 4
USD 498
5 to 6
USD 408
7 to 8
USD 370
9 to 10
USD 366
11 to 14
USD 380