Axum
Ethiopia
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The modern-day city of Axum takes its name from the ancient Kingdom of Aksum, a naval trading power that ruled over Northern Ethiopia from 400 BC into the 10th century.
Ethiopia - Historic Route & Tigray
It is difficult to pick a favourite place but I think Gheralta and the remote rock hewn churches just take it.
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Ethiopia's Historic Route
Discover Axum, Lalibela, Lake Tana, Bahir Dar and Gondar on this guided 10-day tour of Ethiopia's Historic Route. This sightseeing programme can also be extended to include walking in the Simien & Bale Mountains, remote Tigray, or the Rift Valley Lakes.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2770 pp
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Ethiopia's Historic Route (with Tigray and Simiens)
This 2-week itinerary offers a comprehensive overview of Ethiopia's Historic Route - including Axum, Gondar, Lalibela, Lake Tana and Addis Ababa - as well as remote Tigray and the Simien Mountains.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
- Walking and Climbing
Prices from £3095 pp
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Simien Mountains Full Trek with Historic Route
Our full Simien Mountains trek takes you to remote parts of the Ethiopian Highlands, including Ras Dejen, Arkwasyie, Lamo and Mulet. This guided trekking tour also includes as standard some aspects of the Historic Route, and can be extended to include the Rift Valley Lakes, Omo Valley, or Bale Mountains.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Walking and Climbing
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2970 pp
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Simien Mountains Trek with Historic Route
Our standard Simien Mountains trek takes you to the summit of Ras Deshen, Ethiopia's tallest peak, via Geech and Ambiko. The tour also includes as standard some aspects of the Historic Route, including Gondar and Lalibela, and can be extended to feature more.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Walking and Climbing
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2480 pp
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Meru and Kilimanjaro Combo
Fantastic. Our group of 9 got on amazingly well; and all the people involved were amazingly supportive
