Lalibela Churches,Yemrhane kristos,Trek Asheton Mary monastery 4 Days 3 Nights
Overview
The entire Tours will be Organized by Long Years Experienced Tour Guide and Operator Daniel Shewalem. in addition to this, we will give 2% of our Net Profit for Primary school construction in country side.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Speaking Guide
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Visiting Lalibela church cut out of single solid rock from top to bottom by king Lalibela , 900years ago , still active
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
Then we will visit the 1st clusters of churches and this contains :-Bet- Medhalealem , Bet- maryam ,Bet- Meskel , Bet- Denagle , Bet- Mikael & Golgotha
After lunch we will visit the 2nd clusters of churches and this contains :- Bet- Gabriel & Rafael, Bet- Abba libanos , Bet- Emanuel
Finally we will visit St.George , most probably this is the highlight of your visit to Lalibela and this is the one in a shape of cross
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Visiting yemrehan kistos cave church and built inside natural cave under water , 100 years before Lalibela church
Pass By: Lalibela - Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela Ethiopia
After lunch we will drive 90km roundtrip to visit yemrehan kirstos church
Yemrehanna kristos , This 11th century church is a beautifully preserved example of the architectural transition from the Debre Damo monastery of the Aksumite kingdom to the Lalibela of the Zagwe dynasty.
It is widely known for its rich interior paneling, it stands in a natural cave at the foot of a cliff on Mt Abune yosef
It is buit rather than excavated, The stepped facade consists of alternating layers of wood and stone that quite probably provided the blueprint for Lalibela church
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Visiting Asheton Mary monastery located 3200m above sealevel , still active , it takes 2.5 hr to walk up and 2hr to down
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
After breakfast we will drive 10km then walk 30 munities to visit a monastery called Asheton Mary monastery , This is a monastery located 3200m above sealevel and still active.
As optional we can trek starting from Lalibela to the monastery, it takes 2hours to trek up and an hours to trek down.
On the way to Asheton Mary monastery you will explore the highland parts of Ethiopia
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Drive back to Lalibela airport by a private air-conditioned
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
Back to Lalibela airport with spectacular views
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Visiting Lalibela church cut out of single solid rock from top to bottom by king Lalibela , 900years ago , still active
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
Then we will visit the 1st clusters of churches and this contains :-Bet- Medhalealem , Bet- maryam ,Bet- Meskel , Bet- Denagle , Bet- Mikael & Golgotha
After lunch we will visit the 2nd clusters of churches and this contains :- Bet- Gabriel & Rafael, Bet- Abba libanos , Bet- Emanuel
Finally we will visit St.George , most probably this is the highlight of your visit to Lalibela and this is the one in a shape of cross
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Visiting yemrehan kistos cave church and built inside natural cave under water , 100 years before Lalibela church
Pass By: Lalibela - Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela Ethiopia
After lunch we will drive 90km roundtrip to visit yemrehan kirstos church
Yemrehanna kristos , This 11th century church is a beautifully preserved example of the architectural transition from the Debre Damo monastery of the Aksumite kingdom to the Lalibela of the Zagwe dynasty.
It is widely known for its rich interior paneling, it stands in a natural cave at the foot of a cliff on Mt Abune yosef
It is buit rather than excavated, The stepped facade consists of alternating layers of wood and stone that quite probably provided the blueprint for Lalibela church
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Visiting Asheton Mary monastery located 3200m above sealevel , still active , it takes 2.5 hr to walk up and 2hr to down
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
After breakfast we will drive 10km then walk 30 munities to visit a monastery called Asheton Mary monastery , This is a monastery located 3200m above sealevel and still active.
As optional we can trek starting from Lalibela to the monastery, it takes 2hours to trek up and an hours to trek down.
On the way to Asheton Mary monastery you will explore the highland parts of Ethiopia
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Drive back to Lalibela airport by a private air-conditioned
Pass By: Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Lalibela 1260 Ethiopia
Back to Lalibela airport with spectacular views
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Tudor06
December 2019
It was definitely a tour to remember. The churches we visited included :- Lalibela churches, Bilibala Qirqos church, Naakute Laab monasteru and many other in and around Lalibella. The sites were truly unique, and Dan was very insightful but also planned everything to perfection, took us to each p...
It was definitely a tour to remember. The churches we visited included :- Lalibela churches, Bilibala Qirqos church, Naakute Laab monasteru and many other in and around Lalibella. The sites were truly unique, and Dan was very insightful but also planned everything to perfection, took us to each places at the right times, when there were few people around but also showed us off the beaten trail to see all shades of the history and the friendly culture of the people inhabiting the area today. The day trip Trekking from Lalibela to Asheton monastery and Hudad lodge was magical and Dan was very caring with us. He also protected us from tourist traps and kindly explained us the ins and outs. Deeply recommend contracting his services.Carol N
November 2019
If you are planning a visit to Ethiopia, Lalibela, ancient home of the 900 year old world heritage Rock-Hewn Churches and the surrounding area, then Daniel of Dan Lalibela Tour Guide Services is your man. Here we have a safe pair of hands, born locally with an encyclopaedia of knowledge of the h...
If you are planning a visit to Ethiopia, Lalibela, ancient home of the 900 year old world heritage Rock-Hewn Churches and the surrounding area, then Daniel of Dan Lalibela Tour Guide Services is your man. Here we have a safe pair of hands, born locally with an encyclopaedia of knowledge of the history and culture passed on by his late grandfather, a head priest of Saint Gabriel church. Daniel is entirely flexible and will tailor-make your package and itinerary to suit your needs, time and stamina. My wife and I spent 3 days in Lalibela, all-inclusive of transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees etc. Most importantly, I did not feel like a tourist, stuck in a hotel and whisked here and there, quite the opposite and experienced the real thing with no tour party, just the 3 of us and his good driver Silesh. Included in our trip was a few days in Addis Ababa beforehand, with the excellent services of a close associate, Gashaw and again, totally flexible in taking in the city highlights, Hailee Selassie palace, Entoto mountain, to name a few places of note. Lastly, a trip overnight to Wenchi crater lake, the highest volcano in Ethiopia would not be complete to see the unspoilt nature and natural beauty and wilderness of the countryside, a mere 3 hours’ drive from Addis. This is the true Africa at its best. This completed a week’s tour to satisfy some of the curiosity of Ethiopia, the only country in Africa, never colonised. Well worth it and more than a few highlights and tales to tell. I therefore highly recommend Daniel to arrange your programme with service with an honest smile and friendliness. Michael Coetsee – November 2019 (United Kingdom)isaboat
August 2019
I spent four days with Daniel and was very impressed with his knowledge in all areas--church history, geology, birds, even personal anecdotes as he grew up in the area. We visited the Lalibela churches, Yemrhane Kristos and St Nakutoleab cave churches, Genet Maryam church, and Asheton Maryam chur...
I spent four days with Daniel and was very impressed with his knowledge in all areas--church history, geology, birds, even personal anecdotes as he grew up in the area. We visited the Lalibela churches, Yemrhane Kristos and St Nakutoleab cave churches, Genet Maryam church, and Asheton Maryam church as a hike from town. My favorite parts were the beautiful walk up to Asheton Maryam church (Daniel noticed how much I enjoyed it and we took a longer way back), attending a holiday service in the Lalibela churches, and joining Daniel and his very welcoming family for a holiday home-cooked lunch. I would highly recommend Daniel in all areas.DanielBelgiqueCanada
October 2019
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié nos trois jours et demi avec Daniel qui s'est avéré un excellent guide. Ses connaissances étendues sur l'architecture de Lalibela, la religion éthiopienne, l'art religieux mais aussi, l'ornithologie, la végétation et l'agriculture des environs ont rendu nos visites pa...
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié nos trois jours et demi avec Daniel qui s'est avéré un excellent guide. Ses connaissances étendues sur l'architecture de Lalibela, la religion éthiopienne, l'art religieux mais aussi, l'ornithologie, la végétation et l'agriculture des environs ont rendu nos visites passionnantes. De plus, Daniel a toujours été attentif à nos besoins et à nos intérêts.franz212021
June 2021
We did the four-day tour of the 11 rock-hewn churches of Lalibela (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yemrehana Krestos, Asheton Mariam monastery, and got an added bonus of seeing the busy marketplace of Lalibela on Saturday. Daniel is an amazing tour guide, very prompt, accommodating and knowledgeab...
We did the four-day tour of the 11 rock-hewn churches of Lalibela (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yemrehana Krestos, Asheton Mariam monastery, and got an added bonus of seeing the busy marketplace of Lalibela on Saturday. Daniel is an amazing tour guide, very prompt, accommodating and knowledgeable. His English is also very good, so you can have meaningful conversations about what you are seeing. I was taken aback by his passion for and knowledge of the history of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. He even arranged for us to see and be blessed by the famous golden Lalibela cross. I am not religious, but it was a unique experience. My family and I were able to witness and understand how the churches are connected (tunnels, trenches, etc.), the architectural style and how it varies between them, and some of the history of Ethiopia (e.g. the Zagwe dynasty of which King Lalibela was a part). Daniel could explain everything you were looking at if you have a question. He was also very patient with us as we have kids, and helped arrange every accommodation possible for their wellbeing and safety. His connections also allowed the priests of every church we visited to speak with my family, some of whom are religious, more in depth about the religious aspects of the churches. Daniel is very well connected with the Lalibela community in terms of friendship with the locals and even family ties. As a more secular guy myself, my favorite part of the journey had to be the trek to Asheton Mary monastery, which involved gorgeous views, interactions with the locals, a breathtaking hike up amazing trails, and a semi-monolithic monastery. The views and the experience at such a high altitude were absolutely stunning. I also enjoyed seeing the incredibly packed marketplace selling all sorts of goods, including spices, teff, etc. I was also happy to finally ride in a tuk-tuk (the local taxi with three wheels). If you visit Lalibela or anywhere in the surrounding northern region of Ethiopia, you have to book Daniel. He knows Ethiopia and its history inside and out, and can ensure your entire trip runs smoothly and happily.pedroochoa1512
May 2021
Dani es un excelente guia, el hizo que mi plan en lalibela funcionara y aunque no tenia suficiente tiempo hizo una planificacion genial para conocer todo lo que queria. Tiene muchisimo conocimiento sobre Lalibela y ademas te da espacio y tiempo para que disfrutes Lalibela. Fue una experiencia gen...
Dani es un excelente guia, el hizo que mi plan en lalibela funcionara y aunque no tenia suficiente tiempo hizo una planificacion genial para conocer todo lo que queria. Tiene muchisimo conocimiento sobre Lalibela y ademas te da espacio y tiempo para que disfrutes Lalibela. Fue una experiencia genial poder conocer a su familia y ser invitado a comer en su hogar. Sin duda lo recomiendo!!!!