Gheralta & Tigrean Rock-Hewn Churches Tour ETHH08
The awe inspiring and majestic GHERALTAMOUNTAINS contain 30 incredible rock-hewn churches. Abune Yemata Guh issituated on a spectacular cliff edge and to access this church you must bravelyattempt a precarious ledge; this small church is adorned with exquisite andancient artwork. Mariam Korkor is another impressive cross-shaped churchrenowned for its architectural features and is one of the largest churches ofthe area. Gheralta is home to a quarterof the rock-hewn churches in Ethiopia, famous for their stone workmanship,ancient paintings and manuscripts. Thereare also some wonderful churches to be visited on the plain.
Activities
In the morning fly to Mekelle. Then drive to Gheralta, en-route visit the churches such as Wukro Cherkos, Abrha-we-Atsbeha, Adi Kosho Medhanialem and Paulos-Petros. Meal: Breakfast Overnight: 4- Star Hotel
Duration: 6 hrs of activity
If you are physically fit climb Abune Yemata and Mariam Korkor churches situated on steeply hilltop. Otherwise, you can go to Dughum Selassie and Debre-Tsion. In the afternoon visit Abune Tekle Haymanot. Overnight: Planet Hotel Meal: Breakfast Overnight: 4- Star Hotel
In the morning drive to Mekelle to catch your flight back to Addis. In Mekelle you will visit the then graceful palace of Emperor Yohannes IV which is converted to a museum. The palace is majestic in design and has all the collection of the emperor’s throne, royal bed, ceremonial dress, rifles, and many other valuable historical collections can be seen in the museum. Transfer to the airport if you have international flight. In the afternoon/evening fly back to Addis.
Meal: Breakfast
- 2 Nights Hotel cost on Twin/Double room, and on Bed & Breakfast basis
- Ground transportation service including all transfers
- Entrance fees according to the tour program
- English speaking local guide
- One liter of mineral water per person per day
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what is included section
Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist.
Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com
Contact Number: + 251 115174204/4207/4205/4504
Date of cancellation Penalty
More than 30 days before arrival No fees
Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival 25% of the total value
Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival 50% of the total value
Less than 07 days before the date of arrival 100% of the total value
Important Note
Hotel bookings during the following peak periods will be
treated as special cases and will be subject to availability, revised rates,
and applicable booking terms:
·
Meskel Festival: September 24–30
·
Ethiopian Christmas
(Genna): January 7–10
·
Epiphany (Timket)
Festival: January 16–23
·
African Union (AU)
Summit: Late January or early
February (exact dates vary each year and will be advised once officially
announced).
| Tour Name | Gheralta & Tigrean Rock-Hewn Churches Tour ETHH08 |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 12 August 2026 |
| Sales Validity End | 31 December 2026 |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 | USD 1238 |
| 2 | USD 722 |
|
3 to 4
|
USD 622 |
|
5 to 6
|
USD 486 |
|
7 to 8
|
USD 427 |
|
9 to 10
|
USD 434 |
|
11 to 14
|
USD 407 |
|
15 to 20
|
USD 373 |