Delve into Ethiopia's early history from the stone age through to rock-hewn churches and the mysterious medieval stelae field of Tiya. Visit an open-air excavation, a prehistoric animal butchering site and see artifacts excavated from across Ethiopia at the Melka Kunture museum. Step back in time at the Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church and explore the mysterious stelae field at Tiya.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Private transportation
✔  Lunch
✖  Gratuities
✖  Alcoholic Beverages
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
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The journey to Melka Kunture prehistoric site takes just over an hour. Here, you will be shown round the museum and excavations by a local guide.

Duration:  1.5 hours

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Adadi Maryam The drive to see the rock-hewn church of Adadi Mariam takes you deep into the countryside, where people still live and work the land in very traditional ways. After a guided tour of the church of Adadi Mariam, you will have lunch in a local cafe, where there will be the chance to try some traditional dishes.

Duration:  2 hours

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Tiya World Heritage Site After lunch, you'll continue your journey on to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Tiya. A small museum explains the history and significance of the site, along with other stellae fields across the country. You will then return to Addis Ababa in the late afternoon.

Duration:  60 minutes

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•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Price:
From $149.59
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
8 hours
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