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Tour 11 monolithic rock churches & museum in Lalibela & cave church with mummies
Lalibela,
Ethiopia
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Overview
Duration
2d
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
This unique 2 day tour is a guided tour of 11 monolithic churches carved out of rock in the 12th century. These churches in Lalibela were built as a New Jerusalem at time when Jerusalem was inaccessible.
Visitors will be picked up at the airport, dropped off at their hotel for lunch on their own then taken to the Northern group of churches followed by a museum visit.
The 2nd day begins with a 42 kilometer trip to the Yimrehane Krestos church built in a cave. This beautiful church built of wood and stone predates the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela by eighty years. At the back of that cave can be seen some of the centuries old mumified remains of 5,500 pilgrims.
A village nearby is optional as the visitor returns to Lalibela for lunch at their hotel and the afternoon tour of the Southeastern cluster of churchs and Bet Giyorgis (St. George) constructed in honor of St. George, the patron saint of Ethiopia.
Pick up occurs the following morning after breakfast for transfer to the airport.
What to remember
Important info
Not wheelchair accessible. Infants must sit on laps. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. 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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
What's included
Air-conditioned vehicle. $100 fee for rockhewn churches in Lalibela and museum $60 fee for Yemrehana Krestos Church. Entry/Admission - Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
What's not included
Meals, accomodations, gratuities
Know Before You Go
When
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Tour 11 monolithic rock churches & museum in Lalibela & cave church with mummies
3/18/2020 - 12/28/2024
| Monday - Sunday : | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
Operating days
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Chris Lalibela Tours
Meeting Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We will meet your with your name on a sign at the airport.
Airports
- Lalibela Airport, Lalibela Ethiopia