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The 15 Best Historical Tours in Ethiopia

26 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 average  ·  from $58

Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds - Debre Libanos, Ethiopia’s historic monastery complex
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Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds

1.Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · from $90Our pick

Review of a day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos, the Portuguese Bridge, Blue Nile Gorge, Geladas, coffee, and Ethiopian lunch.

“Thanks guys, we had a great trip out. It is a special thing you do to allow tourists an insight into the rural areas and day to day of ethiopian life. Thanks again. 😊👍”

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Hidden Treasures of Addis Ababa - Food, Culture and History Tour - Zoma Museum: lunch, gardens, and Ethiopian cooking
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Hidden Treasures of Addis Ababa – Food, Culture and History Tour

2.Hidden Treasures of Addis Ababa – Food, Culture and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $75

Explore Addis Ababa through Mercato, Lucy, Ethiopian food, coffee, royal history, and Mount Entoto on an eight-hour private tour.

“The guide was very knowledgeable and brought us to many different places around Addis. We visiting merkato and were able to go on the roof of a local restaurant to get a better view. We then learned how to make coffee and injera in a local rRead more”

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Northern Ethiopia Historic Route - Lake Tana brings island churches and waterborne history
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Northern Ethiopia Historic Route

3.Northern Ethiopia Historic Route

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $1,000

Review of a two-day Ethiopia historic tour covering Addis Ababa, Lake Tana, and Blue Nile Falls, with guides, transport, and boat ride included.

“Had a delightful experience with the agency and travel team. Professional,friendly drivers along clean, comfortable cars. Highly recommended!”

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5 Days Tour to World Heritage–listed Harrar, Dire Dawa and Awash NATIONAL PARK - Addis Ababa: a useful first look at Ethiopia
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5 Days Tour to World Heritage–listed Harrar, Dire Dawa and Awash NATIONAL PARK

4.5 Days Tour to World Heritage–listed Harrar, Dire Dawa and Awash NATIONAL PARK

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $871

Review of a five-day Ethiopia tour covering Addis Ababa, Harar, Dire Dawa, Awash National Park, meals, lodging, and guided transport.

“Needed to change the date and the operator would not oblige. I understand that we needed to move it but at least offer us a discount to rebook the trip or something. In other words don't book this trip unless you are in country and ready to go. At this time still no refund.”

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DAY TRIP TO THE UNESCO HERITAGE SITE TIYA & Melka Kunture - Tiya’s 46 carved stones and the questions they raise
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DAY TRIP TO THE UNESCO HERITAGE SITE TIYA & Melka Kunture

5.DAY TRIP TO THE UNESCO HERITAGE SITE TIYA & Melka Kunture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $265

Explore Tiya’s UNESCO stones, Melka Kunture tools, and Adadi Mariam on a private Addis Ababa day trip with lunch included.

“Unfortunately, I was unable to do this trip due to sudden security concerns. Communications could have been better as I was waiting for over an hour without any information from the tour company. Back and forth with hotel front desk staff anRead more”

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Experience a Cultural and Historical Journey through Addis Ababa - Holy Trinity Cathedral and Ethiopia’s Imperial Past
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Experience a Cultural and Historical Journey through Addis Ababa

Historical tours - in five days, Addis Ababa, Axum, Laliebla and Gonder - Lalibela gives you the tour’s defining sight
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Historical tours – in five days, Addis Ababa, Axum, Laliebla and Gonder

city tour of Addis Ababa ( history ,culture , food and more) - The National Museum and the story of human origins
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city tour of Addis Ababa ( history ,culture , food and more)

8.city tour of Addis Ababa ( history ,culture , food and more)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $99

Explore Addis Ababa’s museums, markets, cathedral, mountain views, and Ethiopian food on a private six to seven hour city tour.

“Mela is a kind man. He is so knowledgeable in the local history and culture in Ethiopia. He was on time, very thoughtful, and super professional. I came here alone by myself as a girl. With Mela’s tour, I felt extremely lucky to explore the city fullRead more”

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Omo Valley 4days 3nights Cultural Tour - Day two: Mago National Park and the Mursi communities
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Omo Valley 4days 3nights Cultural Tour

9.Omo Valley 4days 3nights Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $1,307

Review of a private 4-day Omo Valley cultural tour from Addis Ababa, covering Ari, Mursi, Hamer, and Karo communities.

“Me and my family did the Arba Minch trip, with Dorze village experience, lake Chamo excursion and many more. All of us had a blast with they highly experienced tour guides. I highly recommend this trip. This trip has been the highlight of our one month long vacation. Thank you Bante, Mamushu, Gashaw and Tedy!!”

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Historical-tour Lalibela Gonder & Bahir Dar - Day 3: The long road from Gonder to Lalibela
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Historical-tour Lalibela Gonder & Bahir Dar

10.Historical-tour Lalibela Gonder & Bahir Dar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $1,083

Explore Ethiopia’s northern treasures on a five-day private tour covering Lake Tana, Gonder, Lalibela, churches, castles, and flights.

“Lalibela was life changing and really amazing the town and the road were a little thinner than Addis Ababa and walkin tour gave us a great service. Thank you walkin Ethiopia”

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5 days Exploring North Ethiopia's Rich History and Culture - Day 1: Lake Tana monasteries and Blue Nile Falls
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5 days Exploring North Ethiopia’s Rich History and Culture

11.5 days Exploring North Ethiopia’s Rich History and Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $1,199

Explore Lake Tana, Gondar, Simien Mountains, and Lalibela in five days with private transport, local guides, hotels, and flights.

“My daughter and I had an outstanding experience due to the fantastic organisation of our customized 8-day trip including Lake Tana, road trip Bahir Dar to Gondar, Simien Mountains, Lalibela, Harar and Addis Ababa). We met so many lRead more”

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10 Days North Historical Tour - Gondar shows Ethiopia’s imperial side
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10 Days North Historical Tour

12.10 Days North Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $2,432

Explore Ethiopia’s historic north in 10 days, from Lalibela and Axum to Lake Tana and the Simien Mountains, with private guiding.

“Based on his previous excellent TA reviews, I contacted Abebe by email about three months before my intended travel inquiring about the possibility of putting together a personal tour just for myself. A previously planned week with my adult Read more”

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Nature & Historical day trip to Debrelibanos and the beautiful Jemma valley - Walking to the Portuguese Bridge
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Nature & Historical day trip to Debrelibanos and the beautiful Jemma valley

13.Nature & Historical day trip to Debrelibanos and the beautiful Jemma valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $130

Review of a private Debre Libanos day trip from Addis Ababa, with monastery treasures, Gelada baboons, Jemma Valley hiking, and Entoto views.

“We were picked up at the airport by guide Wondiy and driver Abdi. It took a couple of hours over sometimes rough roads to get to the monastery, but it was a good chance to see how people outside the city live. Wondiy pointed out that they uRead more”

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3-Day Cultural Tour in South Omo Valley - Day one: flying to Jinka and meeting the Hamer near Turmi
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3-Day Cultural Tour in South Omo Valley

14.3-Day Cultural Tour in South Omo Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $700

Review of a 3-day South Omo Valley cultural tour from Addis Ababa, visiting Hamer, Dassanech, Bana, and Mursi communities.

“Excellent 3 day tour ro south of Ethiopia with its authentic tribes. The guide was great and took care of us. Thank you so much for the team”

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12- Day Historical Route of Ethiopia - Day 2: Lake Tana monasteries and Tisissat Falls
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12- Day Historical Route of Ethiopia

15.12- Day Historical Route of Ethiopia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $2,597

Review of Ethiopia’s 12-day historical route, covering Addis Ababa, Lake Tana, Simien, Axum, Tigray, Lalibela, costs, pace, and practical tips.

“For the Ethiopian trip, contrary to our custom, we decided to use a travel agency in Addis Ababa and the facts showed us that it was a wise choice. Equally happy was the choice of Ashu, owner of the Enat Ethiopia Tour Eeet, who organized eveRead moreAuto-translated”

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