Cultural Day Trip From Addis Ababa – Adadi Mariam Rock Church And Rift Valley 9 hours
- Private tour
- Solo friendly
- Family friendly
- Book now pay later*
Get on a memorable 9-hour day trip from Addis Ababa to Ethiopia's Rift Valley. Explore a rich blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes. This private tour includes:
- Adadi Mariam Church: Visit the 13th-century church, uniquely carved from a single piece of rock by King Lalibela, offering a glimpse into Ethiopia’s architectural marvels.
- Great East African Rift Valley: Stop at scenic outlooks to capture panoramic views of the vast and dramatic rift, showcasing the area's natural beauty.
- Oromo Family Visit: Experience authentic Ethiopian culture by learning to make Injera (traditional bread) and immersing yourself in local life by participating in a traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony.
- Melka Kunture Prehistoric Site: Explore one of Ethiopia’s most important Stone Age excavation sites, home to ancient artefacts and discoveries that date back over a million years.
This 1-day excursion is ideal for those seeking a rich, immersive experience in Ethiopian history and culture!
Your professional English-speaking tour guide will meet you and welcome you at your hotel in Addis Ababa or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Then, in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, you will drive 65 km south of Addis Ababa to Adadi Mariam Rock Church.
On the way to Adadi Mariam Rock Church, stop at two view points to see the great scenery of the Ethiopian part of the Great East African Rift Valley, and cross the Awash River - one of the biggest rivers in Ethiopia.
Learn about ancient Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity at Adadi Mariam Rock Church, which was chiselled out of rock in the 13th Century AD by King Lalibela and has always been used.
Then, visit a local family where you will indulge in a cultural experience of their way of life, see and try how Enjera (the Ethiopian pancake) is baked, attend a traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and enjoy your coffee as Ethiopians.
If the tour day is either Thursday or Sunday, you will be rewarded with visiting a colourful weekly held cultural market of the Oromo people.
Next, visit the Prehistoric Archaeological Site of Melka Kunture to see ancient fossils of early humans and animals, some of the oldest stone tools human beings ever made and used, and learn the Stone Age history of Ethiopia with a stop at an open-air excavation site which is believed to have been a prehistoric animal butchering site.
Finally, drive back to Addis Ababa.
The price of this private guided day trip from Addis Ababa includes a private comfortable vehicle equipped with air conditioning and seat belts, a professional experienced English-speaking tour guide, local family visits, Coffee Ceremony, bottled water and local snacks, and related taxes.
What's included
* Please check prices for full list of inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- Cold drinks
- Pick up and drop off
- Transportation
- Park/ museum entrance fees
- Taxes
- Guiding in selected language
- Bottled Water and local snacks in the car
- Local family visits
- Local onsite tour guides
- Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony attendance and coffee
Exclusions
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Meals (full board)
- Visas
- Accommodation
Details
Available in
English
Available for
Children, Students, Adults, Seniors
Departure & Return
Start city: Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
Pick-up times available: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00
Pick up location: Your hotel in Addis Ababa OR Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Ends at: Your hotel in Addis Ababa OR Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Nearest airport: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Eco Features:
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Interaction with locals or nature
Interaction with locals or nature
The major part of the tour is spent on interacting with local communities, their representative(s) (other than guides) or observing the nature or animals without disturbing their natural habitat and environment - Licensed tour guide
- Local or indigenous tour guide(s)
Cancellation policy
100% cancellation fee - between 0-2 days before the travel date
50% cancellation fee - between 3-6 days before the travel date
0% cancellation fee - 7 days or more before the travel date
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