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Day-Trip Church of Adadi Mariam from Addis Ababa

4.9(16)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16 reviews9 hFree cancellationBy Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours
Visiting Adadi Mariam Rock Church during day tour from Addis Ababa

About this activity

It is about 8-hours guided day tour from Addis Ababa by drive with private vehicle. The tour includes: -

- Scenic stops at best viewpoints to see the Great East African Rift Valley

- Visiting the unique rock church of Adadi Mariam (13th Century AD)

- Exploring the ancient grave site of Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage from 14th Century AD)

- Learning Ethiopian history as you see the huge carved grave stones of Tiya

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- Visiting villages of locals for cultural experience to learn how to make Enjera (Ethiopian bread)

- Experiencing traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn how Coffee is enjoyed with a ceremony

This private day tour from Addis Ababa is limited to a maximum of 6 people.

Day Tour to Adadi Mariam Rock Church and Steles of Tiya takes 8 to 9 hours. The day tour is with professional experienced French or English-speaking local tour guide.

We use private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the day tour from Addis Ababa. Total driving distance is about 200 km.

What's included

  • ✓Local snacks, tea, and coffee
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Typical Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony attendance and Coffee
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Lunch at a local Ethiopian restaurant
  • ✓Local family visits
  • ✓Professional experienced English speaking tour guide

Not included

  • ✕This payment is for entrance fee to visit Adadi Mariam Rock Church and Tiya Cemetery

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is formal and women are advised to cover hairs when visiting churches
  • If the tour is taken in June, July or August, please be prepared for the rainy weather and bring raincoat/umbrellas
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian and Gluten-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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