Gheralta & Tigrean Rock-Hewn Churches Tour ETHH08

Gheralta & Tigrean Rock-Hewn Churches Tour ETHH08

Overview

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
Activities

 Duration: 1hr 30mins

 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 

 

 Duration: 1hr 30mins 

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 

What’s Included
  • 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
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what is included section
Contact Detail On Arrival

Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist. 

Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com

Contact Number: + 251 115174204/4207/4205/4504 

Cancellation Policy

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

Special Note

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).

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Highlights
Tour Name Gheralta & Tigrean Rock-Hewn Churches Tour ETHH08
Sales Validity Start 12 August 2026
Sales Validity End 31 December 2026
Duration 3 days
Price
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