Al Nejashi Tour
Overview
Ethiopia was known as a land where King Negash – or Al-Nejashi – was known to respect religious rights and whose land was ruled with justice. The mosque has been named Al-Nejashi in honor of the king who was credited for saving the Prophet’s followers who were fleeing from great oppression. The recently renovated mosque is considered to be one of the earliest mosques in the world and tombs of fifteen companions of the Prophet are located in the premises of the mosque and have been restored. This area is an important historical religious tourism attraction for both Muslims and Christians alike.
Activities
Activities
In the morning fly to Mekelle. Then drive to Al-Nejashi ‘The second Mecca’ (58Km). Ethiopia is considered “the heaven of the first migration or Hijra”. In 7th c, some of the Prophet Muhammad’s followers, given the persecution they were subjected to in the city of Mecca, undertook their migration or journey to Ethiopia. Ethiopia was known as a land where its King Negus – or Al-Najashi – was a person in whose hands religious rights were respected and whose land was ruled with justice. The mosque which has been named Al-Nejashi in honor of the king credited for saving the Prophet’s followers. Tombs of fifteen companions of the Prophet are located in the premises of the mosque.
On your way back you have the chance to visit the beautifully displayed archaeological museum at Wukro. In the afternoon drive back to Mekele
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel/Lodge
In the morning 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.
Fly back to Addis
Transfer to the airport if you have international flight
Meal: Breakfast
“End of the tour”
What’s Included
- 1 Night accommodation cost on Twin/Double occupancy basis
- Meal plan: As mentioned in the 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
- One litre of mineral water per person per day
What’s Excluded
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned on what’s included section
Special Note
Important Note: The below periods are high tourism season for Ethiopia and thus 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
Highlights
| Tour Name | Al Nejashi Tour |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 14 June 2021 |
| Sales Validity End | 14 June 2021 |
| Duration | 2 day(s) |
Price
| Price Group | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 | USD 546 |
| 2 | USD 345 |
|
3 to 4
|
USD 318 |
|
5 to 6
|
USD 264 |
|
7 to 8
|
USD 240 |
|
9 to 10
|
USD 242 |
|
11 to 14
|
USD 245 |