Lalibela: Churches Full-Day Private Tour w/Coffee Ceremony
ID: GYG357975-641205
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the monolithic, semi-monolithic, and cave-like churches of Lalibela on a full-day private tour. Learn the history behind these impressive structures and join in a traditional coffee ceremony.
See the complex architecture and unusual features of Lalibela's incredible churches on a full-day guided tour. Marvel at important churches, including Bet Abba Libanos and Bet Giyorgis. Immerse yourself in local tradition with a coffee ceremony and an afternoon of live music.
After pickup, begin your guided tour in the northwestern cluster of churches. Visit Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, Bet Danaghel, Bet Mikael, and Bet Golgotha (entry not permitted for women). Admire the distinct architectural features and rock cuttings.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant at noon. After, continue to the south-eastern cluster of churches. See Bet Gabriel-Rufael, Bet Merkorios, Bet Amanual, and Bet Abba Libanos. Finally, arrive at the famous Bet Giyorgis, constructed in honor of the patron saint –Saint George.
Finally, make your way to a family home for a traditional coffee ceremony and learn more about local life and culture. In the evening, watch traditional Amhara tribal music and dance. At the end of your trip, enjoy a return transfer to your chosen point in Lalibela.
Highlights
- Marvel at the impressive and complex structures of Lalibela's ancient churches
- Take a guided walk in the town of Lalibela and learn the history from your guide
- Discover local tradition and culture at a coffee ceremony in a family house
- Watch traditional Amhara tribe music and dance performed in a bar in the evening
- Admire incredible churches, including Bet Abba Libanos and Bet Giyorgis
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Entry is not permitted for women at the churches of Bete Golgotha
Be collected at your chosen point in Lalibela.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.