Top Bahir Dar Culture

Book this private tour to see some of the most famous sites in Ethiopia, from the market at Bahir Dar, then a boat ride on Lake Tana to visit ancient monasteries, and finally to see the Blue Nile Falls. Your guide will organize logistics, so you don’t need to do any planning. Just enjoy learning about nature and culture from your personal guide.

Bahir Dar is a beautiful lakeside town, and often the first stop on the historic north circuit of Ethiopia. Most people spend a night or two at Bahir Dar, giving you enough time to soak up the city and enjoy the scenery. The most popular thing to do in Bahir Dar is the boat trip out on to Lake Tana, Ethiopia's largest lake. Lake Tana is home to a number of islands, and on these islands sit ancient monasteries with incredible frescoes and wall paintings. Slightly outside of town is the Blue Nile Falls. Most impressive during the rainy season from June to September, the falls are the biggest on the Nile river system.

Visit ancient monasteries and their beautiful art as well as taking a hike to Blue Nile Falls on this private tour. We can switch up the itinerary according to what you are interested in. No need to worry about transport as we will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation.

Visit a range of natural, cultural attractions during this multi-day tours, semi-inclusive journey to northern Ethiopia's Historical route. Sleep comfortably hotel each night in pre-arranged accommodation and travel with door-to-door ground transfers. Highlights include a visit to the rock-cut churches of Lalibela and a boat cruise on Lake Tana also Blue Nile falls.

Bahir Dar - Situated on the outskirts of the famous Lake Tana, 600km north of Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar is the third largest and arguably the most beautiful city in Ethiopia. As the capital of the regional state of Amhara, the city is home to historic monasteries, charming lodges, exotic fish markets, beautiful lakes, and of course the famous Blue Nile Falls. Gonder- Known for its remarkable collection of crumbling castles, fortifications, and 17th-century churches. Gonder is often referred to as the “Camelot of Africa”. This small city in the Amhara region of northern Ethiopia was the home to many emperors who ruled the country from the 12th century to the last decade of the 20th century. Simien Mountain - Jaw-dropping plateaus, ridges, gorges, and gullies characterize this UNESCO World Heritage Site. With some of the world's best trekking routes, endemic wildlife and luxurious lodges perched in hills, the Simien Mountains are Ethiopia's most popular destination, and for good reason.

Day 1- Arrive In Addis Ababa Our driver will pick you up from the airport and take you to your Hotel. Day 2 -Fly From Addis To Bahirdar You will have a boat trip to the Monasteries. After lunch drive out to and visit Blue Nile falls. Overnight in Blue Nile Resort Day 3 -Bahirdar To Gondar After breakfast continue to Gondar. Day 4 -Fly From Gondar To Lalibela You will visit the first group of Lalibela Churches which are located north of a small stream named Jordan River. Day 5- Visit Lalibela After breakfast, have an excursion trip to the cave-built up church of Ne’akuto Le’ab. Day 6 - Fly From Lalibela To Axum Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel before venturing out to the Northern Stelae field to see the 4th century obelisks that lend the region its name. Day 7 -Axum – Hawzien In the morning you will drive to Hawzien and on the way you will visit Yeha temple. Day 8 - Hawzien – Mekele- Addis Ababa You will visit Abuna Yemata Guh