Meet our representative at Lalibela Airport and transfer to hotel.

Afternoon orientation walk through the village and surrounding highlands.

Optional sunset viewpoint above the town.

Overnight: Hotel in Lalibela
Meals: D

Full-day guided tour of Lalibela’s world-famous rock-hewn churches:

Northern Cluster (e.g. Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam)

Southern Cluster

Bet Giyorgis – the iconic cross-shaped church.

Evening free to relax or enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony.

Overnight: Hotel in Lalibela
Meals: B / L / D

Early departure by road (or flight if preferred) to Mekele, capital of Tigray region.

Scenic drive through highland landscapes and small villages.

Upon arrival in Mekele, prepare for Danakil adventure briefing.

Overnight: Hotel in Mekele
Meals: B / L / D

Depart after breakfast for the Afar region.

Stop at Lake Assale and witness the vast salt flats and traditional camel caravans.

Sunset at the salt lake — a magical sight.

Overnight: Desert camp (Hamed Ela / Hamdela)
Meals: B / L / D

Early morning drive to Dallol to explore its otherworldly sulphur springs, colorful geothermal formations, and salt landscapes.

Visit local Afar salt miners at work.

Return to camp for dinner and rest.

Overnight: Desert camp
Meals: B / L / D

Early drive toward Erta Ale Volcano base camp.

Trek to the rim in the evening with local guides and camels transporting equipment.

Watch the spectacular lava lake glow under the night sky (if active).

Overnight: Volcano camp near the crater
Meals: B / L / D

Descend from Erta Ale after sunrise.

Drive back to Mekele and transfer to the airport or onward destination.