Ethiopia · TIGRAY ROCK CHURCHES
Tigray’s churches sit on cliffs and several need a real climb, sometimes roped. These 8 say which ones involve scrambling, which are reachable by car, and what the local guide and church fees add on top.
A 12-day Ethiopia tour pairing Simien hikes, Lalibela churches, Danakil volcanoes, Tigray rock churches, and Addis highlights.
“Let me start by saying this tour was a great experience for myself and my partner. The tour was an incredible experience with a great range of activities and locations. I want to thank you and all the staff at Ethio Travel and Tours who helped mRead more”
Review of Tigray’s rock-hewn church tour, with Abreha and Atsbeha, Maryam Korkor, private transport, pricing, hikes, and tips.
“All was very good in the trip. We had a very nice experience. The places were amazing. Thank you to our guide.”
Review of a five-day Ethiopia tour combining Lalibela, Axum, Tigray churches, Erta Ale, Dallol, and the Danakil Depression.
“Well organized by Ethio Travel in spite of the obvious challenges Ethiopia provides. We could visit all destinations in time and reasonable comfort”
Review of a five-day Ethiopia tour covering Lalibela, Axum, Gheralta, Erta Ale, Dallol, flights, camping, and practical value.
“I joined the tour in the last December and they helped me to process the Ethiopian Visa and I just got it three hours before my flight. This is their extra work to make my trip successful! Of course, the tour arranged my itinerary in details and I enjoyed it. Many thanks to the tour to bring me an impressive journey with lots of care along my itinerary. Thank you!”
Review of a 4-day Tigray churches and Danakil Depression tour from Axum, with Abuna Yemata Guh, Erta Ale, Dallol, and Lake Assal.
“Great tourist guide and trip organization.I recommaned this agency when in Ethiopia. My husband and I had a wonderful experience.”
Review of a two-day Tigray church tour from Axum to Mekele, with Debre Damo, Gheralta’s cliff churches, guides, hotel, and transport.
“Ho fatto questo tour con un amica,pensavo che potessero essere una bella esperienza ed invece ha superato di tantissimo le mie aspettative! Un posto fantastico che consiglio a tutti! Con ETT ho fatto due tour e ci siamo trovate benissimo! Consiglio a tutti di vivere questa bella esperienza e di farla con professionalità!”
Review of a private 2-day Gheralta Mountains tour with rock-hewn churches, guided hikes, 4WD transport, and local cultural encounters.
“with in 2 days I have had lots of experience. hiking, visiting stunning landscape with old rock hewn church. plus we visited local community.”
Review of a two-day Tigray church tour from Mek’ele, with rock-hewn churches, hard climbs, Gheralta views, and a sunrise balloon flight.
“I did the trip with Ethio Travel and Tours just after the rainy season. It is grean and scenic. Thanks”
Pick a circuit, a church or a crater.
