Private tour in Lalibela Wasihun A
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2 days
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Wasihun A.
My name is Wase. I grew up on a farm in the highlands of Lalibela with my nomadic family of...
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As you make the ascent climb towards Asheton monastery, the views becoming increasingly impressive. At the trailhead, there are views down towards central Lalibela and the rock-hewn churches, the trail then passes though small rural villages, and continues to follow the narrow, winding paths higher and higher until finally reaching Asheton Maryam. The climb is long, but incredibly rewarding. Lalibela and the surrounding area remain an important centre for Ethiopian Christianity to this day, and Asheton Maryam is no different. The monastery is still in active use, with a priest living there full time to welcome worshippers and visitors. The monastery can be accessed by a roughly 5-hour hike straight from Lalibela, making it a popular goal for a day trip. As the hike can be challenging at times it is possible to do a part of the journey by mule, if preferred. Alternatively, visitors can drive to a nearby car park and complete the final 30-minute climb on foot.
After you arrived in Lalibela, tour the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This group of 11 monolithic and semi-monolithic structures were carved directly into the stone of the mountainside at least 800 years ago. This complex boasts the largest monolithic church in the world, a maze of passageways and tunnels, intricately carved reliefs, and fabulous examples of iconic paintings! The following day you'll take a morning hike with mules to Mount Asheton, with its 13th-century rock-hewn monastery and great views of the town. Alternatively, you'll drive to Yemrehanna Kristos, a beautiful church situated in a shallow cave that predates the churches of Lalibela. The drive to Yemrehanna will also allow you to view the rural countryside and villages of the Ethiopian highlands. Following either option, you will continue with a tour of Lalibela’s churches in the afternoon. After breakfast in your hotel, we will transfer you to Lalibela Airport and return to Addis Ababa..
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The tour can be done with a 5 hour walk or Drive with a 4WD to Asheton Monastery church
Lalibela, Amhara, Ethiopia
Airport and Hotels in Lalibela
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 1 person
Duration:
2 days
Transportation:
walking
1
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 1 person
Duration:
2 days
Transportation:
walking
1
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