The tour also takes you beyond the main church complex to Nakuto La'ab Cave Church and Asheton Maryam Monastery in the mountains above Lalibela. With guided visits, scenic highland landscapes, and opportunities to experience local culture, this itinerary offers a compact introduction to Lalibela's history and traditions.
Tour Package
2 Days / 1 Night Lalibela Tour
DAY 1
Addis Ababa – Lalibela | Rock-Hewn Churches
Take a morning domestic flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela. Upon arrival, your guide and private vehicle will meet you at Lalibela Airport and transfer you to your hotel.
After check-in and breakfast or lunch, depending on your flight arrival time, begin your guided visit to the famous rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Northern Group of Churches
Start with the Northern Group of Churches and explore:
- Bete Medhane Alem – House of the Saviour of the World
- Bete Maryam – House of Mary
- Bete Meskel – House of the Cross
- Bete Denagel – House of Virgins
- Bete Golgotha Mikael
Your guide will explain the history, architecture, and religious importance of the churches while you walk through the ancient courtyards, tunnels, and passages connecting the different structures.
Southeastern Group & Bete Giyorgis
After lunch, continue to the Southeastern Group and explore:
- Bete Amanuel
- Bete Mercoreos
- Bete Abba Libanos
- Bete Gabriel-Rafael
Finish the afternoon with a visit to Bete Giyorgis (St. George), Lalibela's famous cross-shaped church, carved directly into the rock. Spend time exploring the church and its surroundings before returning to your hotel in the evening.
- Flight: Addis Ababa → Lalibela
- Visit: Northern and Southeastern Groups
- Highlight: Bete Giyorgis (St. George)
- Activity: Guided walking tour of the rock-hewn churches
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Overnight: Lalibela
DAY 2
Lalibela – Nakuto La'ab – Asheton Maryam – Addis Ababa
After breakfast, visit Nakuto La'ab Cave Church, located outside Lalibela. This historic church is built within a natural cave and contains traditional religious treasures.
Continue to Asheton Maryam Monastery, situated in the mountains above Lalibela. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding highlands, traditional villages, and agricultural landscapes.
Return to Lalibela for lunch. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time to explore Lalibela town, visit local shops, or experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
Transfer to Lalibela Airport for your domestic flight back to Addis Ababa, marking the end of your two-day Lalibela experience.
- Visit: Nakuto La'ab Cave Church
- Excursion: Asheton Maryam Monastery
- Cultural Experience: Ethiopian coffee ceremony when available
- Flight: Lalibela → Addis Ababa
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Tour Ends: Addis Ababa
Domestic Flight Schedule
- Day 1: Addis Ababa → Lalibela — morning flight
- Day 2: Lalibela → Addis Ababa — flight according to the airline schedule
- Flights: Domestic flights are not included in the tour price
- Schedule: The itinerary will be adjusted according to the confirmed flight times
Tour Includes
- Private vehicle
- Airport transfers
- Experienced driver
- English-speaking local guide
- 1 night accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Bottled drinking water
- Lalibela rock-hewn churches guided tour
- Nakuto La'ab Cave Church visit
- Asheton Maryam Monastery visit
- Applicable entrance fees
- Local guide fees
- Government taxes and service charges
Tour Excludes
- Domestic flights Addis Ababa – Lalibela – Addis Ababa
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Photography fees where applicable
- Any services not specifically mentioned under “Tour Includes”