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Lalibela Churches, Family Lunch & Scenic Mountain Hike

Overnight Tours
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2 days
English

This Tour offers a deep and personal connection to Lalibela — not just as a historic site, but as a living, breathing comunity Your guide Tewabe, is a licensed local expert who was born and raised inLalibela. He doesn't just show you the churches he welcomes you into his own family home You’ll enjoy a homecooked lunch take part in an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, and learn Amharic words while sharing moments with local people. This is not a typical group tour — it’s a cultural exchange and spiritual journey led by someone who truly knows the land, the legends, and the lifestyle. What makes it truly special is the balance betwen history, spirituality, culture, and nature. You’ll attend a real church service, walk from the family house to the churches like a local,visit the Lalibela Museum, and finish the day with a hike to a sunset viewpoint over the mountains. This is a unique chance to experience Lalibel from the inside, not just as a tourist, but as a welcome guest.

Options

Private Tour for 2 Person

Church visit, hike, cultural
Duration: 2 days
Lunch + Coffee Ceremony on Day
Lalibela town, churches, viewp
Car or 4WD (for airport pickup
Cultural experience, language
Pickup included

From$300Per Group

What's included in Lalibela Churches, Family Lunch & Scenic Mountain Hike

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival, Family Lunch, Rock-Hewn Churches & Sunset Hike

Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela

Food and Drinks

Lunch

Day 2 | Explore the Southern Group of Churches & Departure

Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela

Inclusions

  • Lalibela church Entrance fe
  • Bottled water during tours
  • Lunch
  • All transportation during the tour
  • Hiking
  • Professional English-speaking local guide
  • Coffee and Tea
  • Lunch in family's home
  • Meals and drinks (except bottled water) Tips for guide and driver Personal expenses
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

We offer pickup from Lalibela Airport or any hotel within the town. Please provide your arrival details or hotel name when booking. Prefer to meet in town? We can also start the tour at the Rock-Hewn Churches Ticket Office.

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Ticket Redemption

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Operator

Lalibela Backpacker tours