Timket (Epiphany) celebration for Evening Arrivals ETHF16
Timket (Ethiopian Epiphany) is one of Ethiopia’s most colorful and spiritually significant celebrations. The word Timket means “baptism” and commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist in the River Jordan.
Each year, the celebration brings communities together in a vibrant display of faith, tradition, music, colorful processions, and cultural heritage. The sacred Tabot replicas are carried in grand processions to nearby water sites, where prayers, blessings, and ceremonial baptisms take place.
Experience the unique atmosphere of Timket in some of Ethiopia’s most celebrated destinations, including Gondar, Lalibela, and Addis Ababa, where ancient traditions come alive amid spectacular celebrations.
Witness the faith. Feel the tradition. Experience the magic of Timket in Ethiopia.
Activities
Arrive in the evening/night at Bole International Airport, meet and be
assisted by ET-Representative and transfer to your hotel depending on your arrival time a farewell dinner at a colorful
Ethiopian cultural restaurant with music and
dance
or if your arrival at night dinner at skylight hotel.
Meal: Dinner
Overnight: Skylight
Hotel
After
spending Timket Holiday with some spiritual activities, transfer to the airport
to take your international flight.
Meal: Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Skylight Hotel
In the Morning, transfer to the airport to take your
international flight.
Meal:
Breakfast
- 2 Nights Accommodation at Skylight Hotel on Twin /Double bed basis
- Meal plan: 1Lunch & 2Dinner
- All entrance fees.
- Attending main day of Timket celebration
- English speaking Guide fees
- All Ground transportation
- 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:
o Child fare will be below 5 yrs. free of charge, & 5 to12 yrs. 50% of the adult fair.
o Other language speaking guide 60USD Per day
| Tour Name | Timket (Epiphany) celebration for Evening Arrivals ETHF16 |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 11 August 2026 |
| Sales Validity End | 20 January 2027 |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
|
1 to 3
|
USD 775 |
|
4 to 5
|
USD 660 |
|
6 to 7
|
USD 630 |
|
8 to 9
|
USD 595 |
|
10 to 12
|
USD 578 |