Al-Nejashi Tour ETHH07

Al-Nejashi Tour ETHH07

Overview
Ethiopia was known as a land where King Negus – or Al-Najashi – was known to respect religious rights and whose land was ruled with justice. The mosque has been named Al-Nejashi in honor of the king who was credited for saving the Prophet’s followers who were fleeing from great oppression.  The recently renovated mosque is considered to be one of the earliest mosques in the world and tombs of fifteen companions of the Prophet are located in the premises of the mosque and have been restored. This area is an important historical religious tourism attraction for both Muslims and Christians alike. 
Activities
Activities

 In the morning fly to Mekelle. Then drive to Al-Nejashi ‘The second Mecca’ (58Km). Ethiopia is considered “the heaven of the first migration or Hijra”. In 7th c, some of the Prophet Muhammad’s followers, given the persecution they were subjected to in the city of Mecca, undertook their migration or journey to Ethiopia. Ethiopia was known as a land where its King Negus – or Al-Najashi – was a person in whose hands religious rights were respected and whose land was ruled with justice. The mosque which has been named Al-Nejashi in honor of the king credited for saving the Prophet’s followers. Tombs of fifteen companions of the Prophet are in the premises of the mosque. On your way back you have the chance to visit the beautifully displayed archaeological museum at Wukro. In the afternoon drove back to Mekelle

Meal: Breakfast

Overnight: 4 - Star Hotel 

In the morning 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. Fly back to Addis. Transfer to the airport if you have international flight.

Meal: Breakfast

What’s Included
  • 1 Night 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’s 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).


Child fare will be below 2 yrs. free of charge, & 5 to12 yrs. 100% of adult fare

Single Room Supplement:85.00 USD

Other language speaking guide 85.00 USD/group 

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Highlights
Tour Name Al-Nejashi Tour ETHH07
Sales Validity Start 10 August 2026
Sales Validity End 31 December 2026
Duration 2 days
Price
Group Size Price Per Person
1 USD 614
2 USD 348
3 to 4
 USD 326
5 to 6
 USD 238
7 to 8
 USD 203
9 to 10
 USD 200
11 to 14
 USD 184
15 to 20
 USD 162