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Blue Nile and Lalibela
14 days
Ethiopia - Trip code ET

Blue Nile and Lalibela

Join us for a journey through one of Africa's least explored countries. As we travel along the Historic Route, we visit rock-hewn churches, ancient obelisks and the forbidden Medieval town of Harar. We also see many of the country's astonishing natural wonders, from the dramatic Tississat Falls to the rugged Simien mountain range.

Trip highlights

  • Lalibela - Explore impressive churches carved in rocks.
  • Bahar Dar - Walk to the top of Tississat Falls, the Water that Smokes.
  • Axum - Obelisks, temples and palaces in the final resting place of the Ark of Covenant.
  • Simien Mountains - Rugged and spectacular mountain scenery.
  • Gondar - Exceptionally well preserved castles from the 17th Century.
  • Harar - A medieval walled city and the cradle of Islam in Ethiopia.
  • Awash Saba - A National Park dominated by a dormant volcano, home to mammals and predators.
Accommodation grade:
Standard
Our standard, mid-range accommodation offers a good level of service, often with other amenities such as a restaurant, bar, garden or swimming pool. Generally rooms will be comfortable with en suite facilities.
Trip pace:
Full on
Full on paced trips are for travellers who like their holidays packed with activities and experiences, moving on quickly from place to place with lots of early starts and long, busy days. Some may find them tiring, but others get a buzz from packing their precious holiday-time as chock-a-block full of new experiences as possible!
Group Size:
10 - 16
Maximum group size ranges from between 6 to 20 people, depending on the type of trip, the transport and accommodation used and activities included. We rarely have groups that are smaller than five or six people and the average is 12 people plus an Explore leader.

Itinerary

Itineraries on some departure dates may differ, please select the itinerary that you wish to explore.

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Day 1 - Join tour Addis Ababa, fly to Dire Dawa and drive on to Harar

Sitting at an altitude of 2438 metres, Addis Ababa is a modern African city which is far more developed than you might imagine. Barely more than a century old it is home to some elegant buildings set along wide streets, dispersed with plenty of green space. Our trip starts here in the morning. We have a few hours to acclimatise and freshen up in day rooms before returning to the airport for our afternoon flight to Dire Dawa . Upon arrival there is a real sense we have arrived in Africa, as monkeys hang in the trees and vultures fly overhead. It is an hour's drive on to Harar, our home for the next two nights. Nestled into a hillside, Harar is a rarely visited walled city which is pierced by five gates and topped by 25 towers.

Accommodation: Heritage Plaza(or similar)

Simple Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: None
Day 2 - In Harar; exploring the medieval city on foot

Harar is the cradle of Islam in Ethiopia and by the Middle Ages had become known as the fourth most sacred city in the Islamic world. It remained closed to outsiders for centuries. Our hotel is located within a short distance from the city walls and we spend today exploring the markets on foot and walking within this great maze of colour, noise and smells. It is a true assault on the senses as we share the narrow alleyways with market traders, goats and donkeys. The locals are incredibly friendly and children walk alongside us practising their English and giggling amongst each other. We return back to our hotel for lunch before venturing out again in the afternoon, this time our bus will drive us a little way outside of the town so we can appreciate the views of this walled city from a distance. We also visit a beautiful traditional Harari House and learn about life here from our local guide.

Accommodation: Heritage Plaza(or similar)

Simple Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 3 - Drive to Awash Saba; visit Awash National Park

Today is one of our longer days of driving (approx. 6 hours) as we depart Harar and head towards Awash National Park which is situated in the savanna of the Rift Valley. The journeys in Ethiopia are a real highlight, the scenery and road conditions may be very different from what you imagine. The roads are predominantly smooth tarmac whilst the landscape is lush and green. Today we drive through rolling countryside dotted with small villages; we may pass by caravans of camels and children walking to school. Our first stop is in the town of Aweday which is home to the country's largest chat market (a mildly stimulating plant). Our visit is met with enthusiasm and interest from the locals as they are unused to seeing tourists here. We arrive at Awash National Park around mid- afternoon. The skyline of the park is dominated by the jagged edges of Mount Fantelle - a dormant volcano whose crater towers above the surrounding bush. We start our exploration at the Awash Falls, located near the park entrance, where crocodiles are often seen lazing by the water's edge. We will then take a game drive through the park; the most visible large mammals are the Beisa oryx, Soemmering's gazelle, warthogs and the Slat's dik-dik whilst the birdlife is also impressive. We return back to our hotel after sunset.

Accommodation: Genet Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 4 - Drive to Addis; afternoon orientation tour

This morning is spent driving back to Addis. Travelling through the Great Rift Valley we make a stop at Lake Baseka and also an extinct volcanic crater before arriving back into the capital. We aim to arrive around lunch time before taking a tour of the main highlights of the city. This includes the Church of the Holy Trinity, whose large dome and slender pinnacles make it a landmark in the city, and the Ethnographic Museum which is located in the attractive grounds of Addis University. We end our tour with a visit to the National Museum which houses 'Lucy'. The partial remains of one of human kind's earliest ancestor discovered in Ethiopia in 1974 and believed to be 3.2 million years old.

Tonight is free to experience one of the many restaurants in the city.

Accommodation: Ghion Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Swimming pool available
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 5 - Fly to Bahar Dar, afternoon boat trip to Zeghie Peninsula

We have a very early start this morning as we take a flight north to Bahar Dar, capital of the Amhara region and situated on the shores of Lake Tana. After checking into our hotel we take around a one hour cruise across the lake to the Zeghie Peninsula. Here we disembark and have a 15 minute walk along a rough pathway up to Bete Maryam Monastery also known as the House of Mary. This impressive building dates back to medieval times and contains valuable murals and religious treasures. After our visit we make our way back across the lake arriving at our hotel around mid-afternoon, and have the rest of the day free to enjoy the surroundings. Our hotel is positioned right on the shore line and provides a wonderful setting for a sundowner. We can also walk around the lake and into town from here, visiting the local market or relaxing in one of the coffee houses where we hope to see a traditional coffee ceremony.

Accommodation: Tana Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 6 - At Bahar Dar; visit Tississat Falls

This morning you may choose to take an optional boat trip across the lake. Here we focus on the wildlife, as hippos, fish eagles, pelicans and other birdlife are often spotted at this early hour. After breakfast we drive a short distance south of Bahar Dar towards Tississat Falls, also known as Blue Nile Falls. We cross the Nile by a local boat before taking a 30 minute walk to the hill top viewpoint. From here, you can understand the Amharic translation for these falls - 'the Water that Smokes'. Unfortunately, the construction of a nearby hydroelectric plant dramatically reduces their volume on occasions, but they are still an impressive sight to behold. There may be the opportunity to extend our exploration to a further one hour circular walk which passes through small villages.

After lunch we drive to where the river meanders towards the falls. Here it becomes the Blue Nile on its thousand-mile journey to meet the White Nile at Khartoum. Hippos can often be spotted from this viewpoint. Tonight is a free evening, you may like to sample the fresh fish in one of the local restaurants.

Accommodation: Tana Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 7 - Drive to Gondar, castle visit

Leaving Bahar Dar we drive across the Nile as we make our way towards Gondar, located on the high plateau just north of Lake Tana. We break the journey with a coffee stop in the town of Woreta, a bustling place where we enjoy the ambience of the locals walking to market. Gondar's most famous monuments are its exceptionally well preserved 17th century castles. The largest and best is that of King Fasilidas. It is a stone-built construction with round turrets and wooden balconies. The king also built remarkable baths a mile or so outside of town known as the 'Pavilion of Delight'. This whole complex of buildings is unique in Ethiopia and unlike anything found elsewhere in Africa.

We should arrive at Gondar in time for a quick lunch before spending the afternoon exploring these impressive sites as well as visiting the baths and the castle ruins. We also make a stop at Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famed for its ceiling frescoes of many faces.

Accommodation: Goha Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Swimming pool available
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 8 - Drive to Debark

We can enjoy a relaxed morning and possibly a swim at our hotel in Gondar before getting back on the road and setting off for Debark. This is about a four hour journey, and the scenery becomes increasingly spectacular as we head towards the Simien Mountains. Many of the peaks here rise above 4000m, the highest is Mount Ras Dashen which at 4543m and is the fifth highest in Africa. Debark is a small town and is the gateway to the Simien Mountains. The facilities here are very basic but the locals are friendly and welcoming. We have dinner in our hotel and if lucky may be treated to some local music and dancing.

Accommodation: Simien Park Hotel(or similar)

Simple Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 9 - Walking in the Simien Mountains

Today we explore the Simien Mountains National Park on foot. It is a rough road from our hotel up into the mountains but the scenery more than makes up for it. With very few people venturing here we often have the mountains all to ourselves. Walking along well- worn tracks we keep a look out for the endemic gelada monkeys. They often appear as if from nowhere, in huge numbers, and are very relaxed in our company. We may sit with them for some time, just watching as the older ones groom each other whilst the youngsters play in the trees. We return to the bus for our packed lunch before taking a more challenging walk this afternoon. This takes us higher into the mountains and the views are spectacular. We follow established tracks and incorporate numerous stops for rest and photos. If you prefer there is the option to remain on the bus should you not want to take the longer walk.

Accommodation: Simien Park Hotel(or similar)

Simple Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 10 - Drive to Axum

Today is another long but incredible journey as we drive to Axum. The route takes us high over the Simien Mountains and down through the Tekeze Valley where giant baobab trees loom. This road has recently been completed and apart from the first 40km it is smooth asphalt the whole way. We enjoy plenty of photo stops and take a short walk through a village saying hello to the friendly locals.

The sacred city of Axum sits in the Tigrayan region and was the capital of the Ethiopian empire between the 1st and 10th centuries AD. As the birthplace of Christianity within the country, it was also a bustling commercial centre. We arrive in time for dinner and enjoy a two night stay here.

Accommodation: Yared Zema Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 11 - Sightseeing in Axum

We have a full day exploring Axum by bus and on foot with our local guide. Evidence of its former importance now lies in several places in or near the town. Ruined fortresses, palaces and churches, plus an abundance of giant obelisks, or 'stelae', stand as mute reminders of its former glory. We clamber down numerous steps into dark tombs, one of which is believed to be that of King Balthazar, one of the Three Wise Men; whilst we also visit Axum Cathedral, the chandelier here a gift from Queen Elizabeth in the 1960's.

Axum claims to be the final resting place of the sacred Ark of the Covenant, but while its local guardians continue to celebrate the legend, the object of their veneration is kept strictly under wraps. There may be some free time at the end of the day to take a stroll through the town visiting the large market square and browsing the shops.

Accommodation: Yared Zema Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 12 - Fly to Lalibela; visit rock cut churches

Today we fly to Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most remarkable historic sites. Deemed 'The New Jerusalem' it is believed to have been constructed some 800 years ago by King Lalibela as his capital city. Lalibela is home to 11 medieval rock cut churches and although churches carved in rock are found in other parts of the world, the ones here are particularly significant. Excavated on all sides of a rectangle, a large block of granite was left, isolated in the centre. This rock was then shaped and formed both inside and out and the carvings show extremely skilful workmanship. This afternoon's tour around the churches involves a certain amount of scrambling along uneven paths and through a labyrinth of tunnels. The churches stand in two main groups on either side of a stream, known locally as 'The River Jordan'. The most impressive and well known of these is 'Bet Giorgis'. Carved in the form of a Greek cross it is approached through a passage in the rock. Between them, these rock-cut churches are one of the great wonders of the world. We spend the afternoon visiting a handful of the churches and will return to see the rest tomorrow.

Accommodation: Panoramic View Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 13 - In Lalibela; mule trek

This morning we meet our mules and muleteers for an adventurous ride up the mountainside to Ashatam Maryam Church. The going is steep in places and we need to hang on, but its great fun and the views across Lalibela and beyond are incredible. We ride for around an hour before dismounting and making the rest of our way on foot. The church is reached along steep shale pathways and good footwear is a must. There is the option to forego your mule for the bus and join the rest of the group at the start of the walk if you prefer. Vertigo sufferers or people with a low level of fitness may choose not to partake in this activity, your tour leader can advise you.

Our return ride back down into town takes us through a small village where we may enjoy coffee with a local family. This afternoon we return to Lalibela, allowing more time to explore the rock-cut churches.

Accommodation: Panoramic View Hotel(or similar)

Standard Hotel
Single room available
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Day 14 - In Lalibela, fly Addis, tour ends

This morning we take a flight back to Addis Ababa, where the tour ends.

Meals Provided: Breakfast

Why book this trip

This tour is for travellers who want to get to grips with Ethiopia and really understand the culture of this fascinating country. Many other operators just visit the highlights in Ethiopia, but on this tour you will also explore Harar and Awash National Park, a great opportunity to get off the beaten track and witness untamed Ethiopia.

What's included?

Included meals
  • Breakfast: 13
Transport
  • Bus
  • Boat
  • Flight
Trip staff
  • Explore Tour Leader
  • Boat Crew
  • Driver(s)
  • Local Guide(s)
  • Muleteer(s)
Accommodation
  • 4 nights simple hotel
  • 9 nights standard hotel
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Airport Transfers
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Trip information

Country information

Ethiopia

Climate

Ethiopia is generally pleasant and warm, but varies with altitude. The long rains usually arrive mid- June to early September and the short rains between mid-February and April although this pattern has been completely erratic in recent times. After the rains, the highlands of northern Ethiopia are usually green and thus particularly scenic. The temperature all year round rarely falls below 18°C. Night-time temperatures in the mountains can be cold and can drop below freezing at higher altitude. There is a strong risk of sunburn at high altitude in Ethiopia. Additional information and climate charts can be accessed at http://www.explore.co.uk/weather. Seasonal weather patterns can be unpredictable. Up-to-date information on the weather worldwide can be found by following the BBC weather link on this page.

Time difference to GMT

+3

Plugs

2 Pin Round

Religion

Christian, Islam

Language

Amharic, English

Budgeting and packing

Optional activities

The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these tour notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations. Please note: These activities are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form part of your Explore holiday contract.


Addis Abba - National museum £1
Bahar Dar - Sunrise boat trip £7 (minimum 5 people to operate)

Clothing

Daytime temperatures are mainly warm and comfortable but evenings in the highlands can be cold. We recommend a thick jumper or warm fleece and lightweight wind/waterproof clothing. Take a sun hat.

Footwear

Comfortable, good walking shoes with ankle support are strongly recommended as well as comfortable sandals.

Luggage

20kg

Luggage: On tour

One main piece of baggage and a daypack. Please note that there is a weight restriction of 7kg for hand luggage/daypack for international and internal flights.

Equipment

Bring sun cream, a torch and memory cards for your camera. An insect repellent against fleas could be useful for the churches at Lalibela.

Tipping

Explore leader
At your discretion you might also consider tipping your Tour Leader in appreciation of the efficiency and service you receive.
Local crew
Although entirely voluntary, tipping is a recognized part of life in this region of the world. Some local staff will look to members of the group for personal recognition of particular services provided. In order to make things easier for you, the Tour Leaders may organise a group's tips kitty and if this is the case, they will account for it throughout the tour.
Accordingly, you should allow US$50 for tipping of local drivers, guides, boat crew and for any miscellaneous tipping of hotel staff.
Country Information

Ethiopia

Food and drink

The costs for meals may vary depending upon location, type of restaurant and number of courses eaten and so the prices given are an average guide. Local restaurants located off the beaten track may be less expensive, whereas an upmarket restaurant located in the centre of a major city may charge more.


Lunch price
£3 - 5
Dinner price
£6 - 10
Beer price
£1.5
Water price
£1
Foreign Exchange
Local currency
Ethiopian Birr.
Recommended Currency For Exchange
It is advisable to take your spending money in Sterling, Euros or US Dollars cash (high denomination notes usually get better exchange rates). Please note that any pre- 1999 or torn US Dollar bills will not be accepted in Ethiopia. Please keep any receipts as you may be able to change back any unused local currency.
Where To Exchange
Your Tour leader will advise you.
ATM Availability
Very Limited.
Credit Card Acceptance
Limited.
Travellers Cheques
Very difficult to exchange and are not recommended.

Transport, Accommodation & Meals

Transport Information

Bus, Boat, Flight

Essential Information

FCO Advice

We strongly recommend that you check your government's travel advisory for up-to-date information and advice about your destination: safety and security, entry requirements, health, local laws and customs. For UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office advice click here.

For more information from Explore about travel advice, click here
 

Under 18 immigration guidance

Please note that some countries require proof of parental consent when travelling overseas with under 18s. Please check requirements with the relevant embassy or consular office well in advance of travel if this applies to your party.

Price Guarantee

Once your booking has been confirmed we guarantee the price will not increase, whatever the circumstances. Before booking please ensure you have read our important tour pricing information.Booking Conditions

Visa and Passport Information

Ethiopia: Visas for UK nationals can be obtained on arrival, although this can change at short notice, and you should be prepared to queue on arrival. Please ensure you have 2 recent passport sized photos with you when applying on arrival, these may or may not be asked for.

For a single entry visa you can apply via the e-visa website: https://www.evisa.gov.et/#/home. You will need to print a copy of your evisa approval letter and present this with your passport at immigration upon your arrival. The approval letter will take a minimum of 3 days to be processed so we strongly advise for you to apply within plenty of time before your departure. You will be permitted to stay within Ethiopia for upto 30 days or upto 90 days depending on which single entry visa you request. We strongly recommend for you to read the Help section on the e-visa website before applying.

Should you wish to apply for a visa prior to departure via the consulate in the UK, please note that a single entry visa is valid for 30 days from the date of issue, so you must submit your application no more than two weeks prior to departure. It is also possible to apply for a multi-entry visa which is valid for 3 months from issue.


If you do require assistance in obtaining a visa then you may consider applying through Explore's recommended visa service in the UK, Travcour. See www.travcour.com to download the relevant visa application for your trip, if applicable (UK citizens only), along with details of how to apply for your visa through Travcour. The Team at Travcour will be happy to answer specific questions relating to visa applications, please call them directly on 0208 5431846.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a full passport, with the correct validity for your chosen destination.
 

Booking conditions

Before booking your Explore trip, please ensure that you read both our Essential Information and Booking Conditions.

Transfers

Find out more about Trip Transfer Terms and Conditions before you book.

Booking a land only package with Explore

Customers who have chosen to book on the ‘Land Only’ arrangements of our tour, please ensure that you have checked your tour specific ‘Joining Instructions’ prior to booking your own travel arrangements. Your joining instructions can be found below in the dates and prices information. 

You may also be eligible for the Free Explore Transfer.


Joining Tour Abroad

Customers booked on the ‘Land Only’ arrangements will now receive a Free Transfer, provided you arrive and depart on the tour only itinerary start and end dates. The transfers will be from the Explore designated airport or train station to the joining point of your tour, and then back from the ending point to the designated airport or train station. The exception to this rule is customers who are booked on a tour where the joining and ending point is at the designated airport or train station.  

Free transfers are not available for Self-Guided, Polar, Tailormade or Tours for Churches customers.

If you are not eligible for the Free Transfer then you will need to make your own way through to the joining and ending point. On a majority of our tours Explore will be able to provide a private transfer at an additional cost. Please ask for a quote at the time of booking.  


For more information regarding the Explore Free Transfer click here

Insurance

It is a condition of booking with Explore that you have adequate valid travel insurance. It is your responsibility to arrange appropriate travel insurance and ensure you have read and understood the full terms and conditions of your travel insurance policy to ensure that you are covered for all activities you intend to undertake whilst on the tour, including all optional activities. Your Insurance Policy must fully cover you for medical expenses and emergency repatriation to your home country. Please ensure your policy includes medical emergency helicopter evacuation in the event of illness or injury and covers the entire duration of your holiday. If you are trekking at altitude please ensure that there is no upper altitude limit which may limit or exclude cover for your trip. The cost of many of our Polar Voyages will exceed the capped amount covered by standard insurance premiums and you will be required to pay an additional premium to cover the full value of your trip. Please ensure that you are covered for the full amount of your holiday cost, as insufficient cover could invalidate a claim under the policy. Medical and repatriation insurance cover is not mandatory for UK residents who are travelling on trips within the United Kingdom.
Read more information about what travel insurance is required.

Flight information

Explore offers a wide range of flexible flying options to make joining and leaving our trips easy. Read more about them here.


Flight Information

You are able to book this tour on a 'land only' basis or as a ‘flight inclusive’ package. Your flight inclusive package will be fully protected by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) ATOL protection scheme.

  

Booking a flight inclusive package with Explore

We have a good selection of flights not only from London but from many regional airports around the UK allowing us to compare fares between scheduled carriers as well as low cost and charter airlines. Our dedicated flights team will match the best flight options to your arrival and departure airport.

On our website we display a UK flight inclusive package guide price which is generally based on a London departure. To avoid paying supplements or to secure your preferred flight option, we recommend booking as early as possible, especially for peak travel dates.

Ethiopia

Vaccinations

We recommend protection against malaria, hepatitis A, diphtheria, tetanus, typhoid and polio. Although the risk is low you may also consider immunisation against rabies and meningococcal meningitis. Consult your travel clinic for latest advice on different prophylaxis available against Malaria. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at Explore Travel Health and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.

Dates, prices and booking

With flights Without flights
Date
Price from
Single room option
Saturday 29 September 2018 - Sunday 14 October 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2160
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 13 October 2018 - Sunday 28 October 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2160
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 27 October 2018 - Sunday 11 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2360
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 3 November 2018 - Sunday 18 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2119
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 10 November 2018 - Sunday 25 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2395
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 24 November 2018 - Sunday 9 December 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2399
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

Show full details for this departure, including trip notes
All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes
Saturday 8 December 2018 - Sunday 23 December 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2399
Single room option +£250
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Saturday 22 December 2018 - Sunday 6 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2625
Single room option +£330

0 spaces available

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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Sunday 6 January 2019 - Tuesday 22 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019 Lalibela Timkat
From £2499
Single room option +£350

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
09:00
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Friday 11 January 2019 - Saturday 26 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019 Gondar Timkat
From £2345
Single room option +£350

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Sunday 13 January 2019 - Tuesday 29 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019 Axum Timkat
From £2860
Single room option +£350

1 space available

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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
09:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 2 February 2019 - Sunday 17 February 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285

3 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Saturday 9 February 2019 - Sunday 24 February 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 16 February 2019 - Sunday 3 March 2019
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 23 February 2019 - Sunday 10 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 9 March 2019 - Sunday 24 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Saturday 16 March 2019 - Sunday 31 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 6 April 2019 - Sunday 21 April 2019
ET_2019
From £2525
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 28 September 2019 - Sunday 13 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 5 October 2019 - Sunday 20 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 12 October 2019 - Sunday 27 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 19 October 2019 - Sunday 3 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 26 October 2019 - Sunday 10 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 2 November 2019 - Sunday 17 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 9 November 2019 - Sunday 24 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 16 November 2019 - Sunday 1 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 23 November 2019 - Sunday 8 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 30 November 2019 - Sunday 15 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 7 December 2019 - Sunday 22 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2560
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 21 December 2019 - Sunday 5 January 2020
ET_2019
From £2830
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Date
Price from
Single room option
Sunday 30 September 2018 - Saturday 13 October 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £1799
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 14 October 2018 - Saturday 27 October 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £1799
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 28 October 2018 - Saturday 10 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2015
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 4 November 2018 - Saturday 17 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £1775
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 11 November 2018 - Saturday 24 November 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2025
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 25 November 2018 - Saturday 8 December 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2065
Single room option +£250

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 9 December 2018 - Saturday 22 December 2018
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2065
Single room option +£250
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 23 December 2018 - Saturday 5 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2018
From £2029
Single room option +£330

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Monday 7 January 2019 - Monday 21 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019 Lalibela Timkat
From £2135
Single room option +£350

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
09:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Saturday 12 January 2019 - Friday 25 January 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019 Gondar Timkat
From £1999
Single room option +£350

0 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
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Monday 14 January 2019 - Monday 28 January 2019
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ET_2019 Axum Timkat
From £2699
Single room option +£350

1 space available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
09:00
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Sunday 3 February 2019 - Saturday 16 February 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285

3 spaces available

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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 10 February 2019 - Saturday 23 February 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 17 February 2019 - Saturday 2 March 2019
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 24 February 2019 - Saturday 9 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 10 March 2019 - Saturday 23 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 17 March 2019 - Saturday 30 March 2019
This departure is guaranteed
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 7 April 2019 - Saturday 20 April 2019
ET_2019
From £1999
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 29 September 2019 - Saturday 12 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 6 October 2019 - Saturday 19 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 13 October 2019 - Saturday 26 October 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 20 October 2019 - Saturday 2 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 27 October 2019 - Saturday 9 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 3 November 2019 - Saturday 16 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 10 November 2019 - Saturday 23 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 17 November 2019 - Saturday 30 November 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 24 November 2019 - Saturday 7 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 1 December 2019 - Saturday 14 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 8 December 2019 - Saturday 21 December 2019
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
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Sunday 22 December 2019 - Saturday 4 January 2020
ET_2019
From £2035
Single room option +£285
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All customers that travel on an Explore Group or Private Journey trip will be provided with a complimentary transfer, provided they arrive and depart into the designated airport or train station on the trip start and end dates. Please see free transfers for terms and conditions.

These trip joining details are provided on a provisional basis and may change prior to this tour departing. Any changes to these details will be updated on this page.
For those not eligible for a free transfer the joining / ending time and location for your trip are detailed below:
Joining Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time and place
11:30 at Hotel reception
Ending Point
Town
Addis Ababa
Time
16:00
If you have booked a pre or post trip accommodation directly with the hotel, or through any other intermediaries, please ensure you regularly check this page in case of any changes.
Download Trip Notes

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