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10 Best Lalibela Rock Churches In Ethiopia

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The 10 most popular lalibela rock churches in Ethiopia. What each one actually involves, who guides it, and what it costs.

10 Best Lalibela Rock Churches In Ethiopia

12 Days SIMIEN MOUNTAIN-LALIBELA-DANAKIL-TIGRAY CHURCHES

12 Days SIMIEN MOUNTAIN-LALIBELA-DANAKIL-TIGRAY CHURCHES - Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches: Northern Group to Western Group

1.12 Days SIMIEN MOUNTAIN-LALIBELA-DANAKIL-TIGRAY CHURCHES

Most Popular★ 5.0

A 12-day small-group tour blending Simien hiking, Lalibela churches, Danakil geology, and Tigray rock monasteries with domestic flights and meals.

“Let me start by saying this tour was a great experience for myself and my partner. The tour was an incredible experience with a great range of activities and locations. I want to thank you and all the staff at Ethio Travel and Tours who helped mRead more”

45 reviewsFrom $1,641.03by Ethio Travel And Tours

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Visiting Lalibela churches

Visiting Lalibela churches - Seeing the Rock-Hewn Churches Up Close (and Understanding What You See)

2.Visiting Lalibela churches

★ 5.0

A guided day in Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, with early Mass at Bet Medhane Alem, hotel pickup, and a coffee ceremony at home.

“Dan was our guide for 3 days during the Christmas celebrations this year in Lalibela. He was extremely knowledgeable and looked after everything from when we arrived in town until we left! My wife and I had a fantastic time and look forward to visiting Lalibela again with him in the future!”

40 reviewsFrom $200.00by Dan Lalibela Tour Guide Services

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Visit the rock hewn churches

Visit the rock hewn churches - The split schedule: morning churches, lunch, then the rest

3.Visit the rock hewn churches

★ 5.0

Small-group tour of Lalibela rock-hewn churches with A/C pickup, UNESCO context, market time, and an early airport start.

““Happy” was an amazing guide. Very friendly, good-humored, and very knowledgeable and passionate about the sights. He’ll also take you to some great local spots!”

39 reviewsFrom $165.00by Happy Day Ethiopian Tours

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Tour 11 monolithic rock churches & museum in Lalibela & cave church with mummies

Tour 11 monolithic rock churches & museum in Lalibela & cave church with mummies - Getting real context from Chris and a local guide style

Ethiopia Tigray Tours: Guided tour of Tigray rock hewn churches

Ethiopia Tigray Tours: Guided tour of Tigray rock hewn churches - Stop 1: Abreha and Atsbeha Church and Its Ancient Anchor

5.Ethiopia Tigray Tours: Guided tour of Tigray rock hewn churches

★ 5.0

Guided visit to Tigray rock-hewn churches: Abreha & Atsbeha, plus a hike to Mariam Korkor. Private group, tickets included.

“Haile was able to accommodate to all my needs by going above and beyond. Together with his colleague from Mekelle they made my trip to Tigray once in a life time. He was able to engage all of us at our level with a lot of care.”

36 reviewsFrom $41.03by Ethiopia Tigray Tours

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5 DAYS Lalibela, Axum, Tigray churches and Danakil

5 DAYS Lalibela, Axum, Tigray churches and Danakil - Day 1: Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, north of Jordan River

6 Days tour Package (Simien Mountains, Lalibela, and Danakil Depression)

6 Days tour Package (Simien Mountains, Lalibela, and Danakil Depression) - Simien Mountains National Park: Debark permission, a scout, and the Chilkuwanit viewpoint

Lalibela, Axum, Danakil and Omo Valley 8 DAYS

Lalibela, Axum, Danakil and Omo Valley 8 DAYS - Day 1: flying into Lalibela and stepping into the carved-church world

8.Lalibela, Axum, Danakil and Omo Valley 8 DAYS

★ 5.0

An 8-day Ethiopia circuit covering Lalibela, Axum, Danakil, and Omo Valley with small-group logistics and included flights.

“Loved this vacation! We got hotels and flights and it was a great deal. We got the basic hotels but clean and all were nice with good beds and close to city centers.”

29 reviewsFrom $2,051.29by Ethio Travel And Tours

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Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours

Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours - Day-by-Day: Danakil Depression to Ahmed Ella Camping

9.Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours

★ 5.0

Danakil salt lakes and Erta Ale lava nights plus Lalibela rock churches in a 5-day Ethiopia tour from Addis Ababa, $950 pp.

“The team was so knowledgeable & about tours far exceeded our expectations. Aman was responsive and took care of everything. He kept in close contact and was always willing to answer any questions we had. Our guide Solomon made the trip so enjoyable. I would highly recommend this company to anyone interesting in any tours…”

28 reviewsFrom $950.00by Aman Ethiopia Tours And Travel Agent

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Rock Churches of Lalibela Guided Tour

Rock Churches of Lalibela Guided Tour - Pickup at Lalibela Airport or your hotel: start without friction

10.Rock Churches of Lalibela Guided Tour

★ 5.0

8-hour private guided tour of Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches with pickup and tunnel passages. Entrance fee extra; mobile ticket.

“This was an incredible experience! Not only was our guide knowledgeable and helpful during our tour of the churches but he was also able to tailor it to meet the physical needs of everyone in our group. Additionally, he went above and beyond giving us great dinner recommendations and helping us when our luggage was…”

27 reviewsFrom $46.00by Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours

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