Timket (Epiphany) celebration for Transit Passengers ETHF 14
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
According to your anticipated
arrival time, meet and greet by ET-Holiday representative. Then after, you will
start your day by attending the main Timket morning celebration, when the
ceremony begins with pre-sunrise rituals, which include the Kidane (Morning
Prayer) and the Kidasse (the divine clergy). Then you will
attend the blessing and sprinkling of blessed water on the assembled
congregation in commemoration of Christ’s baptism. And you will take the better
part of the day before the procession breaks up by returning the Tabots
(replica of the Ark of the Covenant) to the respected churches in the
afternoon.
After spending Timket Holiday with some spiritual activities you will
have a farewell dinner at a colorful
Ethiopian cultural restaurant with
music and dance.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner
Overnight: Minimum (4*) Hotel
In the Morning, transfer to the airport to take your international
flight.
Meal: Breakfast
- 1 Night Accommodation at Skylight Hotel on Twin /Double bed basis
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- All entrance fees
- Attending 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 Transit Passengers ETHF 14 |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 11 August 2026 |
| Sales Validity End | 11 August 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
|
1 to 3
|
USD 360 |
|
4 to 5
|
USD 348 |
|
6 to 7
|
USD 322 |
|
8 to 9
|
USD 330 |
|
10 to 12
|
USD 325 |