7 Days Timkat Epiphany Festival — Gondar & Lalibela

Morning flight to Bahir Dar. Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit ancient island monasteries such as Ura Kidane Mihret. In the afternoon, drive to see the Blue Nile Falls, one of Ethiopia’s most impressive natural sites.
Overnight: Bahir Dar

Drive to Gondar, the royal city of Ethiopia’s past kings. Visit the Royal Enclosure, Fasilides Bath, and Debre Berhan Selassie Church. In the evening, witness the Eve of Timkat—processions with priests carrying replicas of the Ark of the Covenant, accompanied by singing and dancing.
Overnight: Gondar

Join thousands of white-clad worshippers for the main Timkat ceremony. Experience the spiritual atmosphere as priests bless the waters at Fasilides Bath and the faithful reenact the baptism of Christ. Afterward, enjoy a festive afternoon with locals celebrating across the city.
Overnight: Gondar

Fly to Lalibela, the “New Jerusalem” and Ethiopia’s holiest city. Visit the first group of rock-hewn churches, including Bete Medhane Alem and Bete Maryam, marvels of 12th-century architecture carved entirely from solid rock.
Overnight: Lalibela

Explore the remaining rock-hewn churches, including Bete Giyorgis (St. George), the most iconic of all. In the afternoon, visit a nearby village to see traditional tukul houses and enjoy an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony with locals.
Overnight: Lalibela

Morning flight back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy free time for shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, attend a farewell cultural dinner with traditional music and dance before transfer to the airport for your departure.
End of tour.