Gondar
Ethiopia
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Gondar, formerly the royal capital of Ethiopia from 1666 to 1864, was founded by Emperor Fasiladas in 1635. The town is famous for its many medieval castles and churches. The oldest of these structures are located in the 15th-century Royal Enclosure built by Fasiladas.
Ethiopia - Historic Route & Tigray
It is difficult to pick a favourite place but I think Gheralta and the remote rock hewn churches just take it.
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Ethiopia's Historic Route
Discover Axum, Lalibela, Lake Tana, Bahir Dar and Gondar on this guided 10-day tour of Ethiopia's Historic Route. This sightseeing programme can also be extended to include walking in the Simien & Bale Mountains, remote Tigray, or the Rift Valley Lakes.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2770 pp
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Ethiopia's Historic Route (with Tigray and Simiens)
This 2-week itinerary offers a comprehensive overview of Ethiopia's Historic Route - including Axum, Gondar, Lalibela, Lake Tana and Addis Ababa - as well as remote Tigray and the Simien Mountains.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
- Walking and Climbing
Prices from £3095 pp
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Simien Mountains Full Trek with Historic Route
Our full Simien Mountains trek takes you to remote parts of the Ethiopian Highlands, including Ras Dejen, Arkwasyie, Lamo and Mulet. This guided trekking tour also includes as standard some aspects of the Historic Route, and can be extended to include the Rift Valley Lakes, Omo Valley, or Bale Mountains.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Walking and Climbing
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2970 pp
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Simien Mountains Trek with Historic Route
Our standard Simien Mountains trek takes you to the summit of Ras Deshen, Ethiopia's tallest peak, via Geech and Ambiko. The tour also includes as standard some aspects of the Historic Route, including Gondar and Lalibela, and can be extended to feature more.
Destination
- Ethiopia
Experience
- Walking and Climbing
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £2480 pp
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Accommodation
Florida International Hotel
Florida International is a comfortable four-star hotel in Gondar. There are more characterful properties in and around Gondar, but the Florida is well-located for those looking to explore the city.
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Goha Hotel
The Goha Hotel boasts a great location on the outskirts of Gondar, where it perches on a high hill overlooking the city. From here it offers easy access to Gondar's chief attractions, including Debre Birhan Selassie.
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Gondar Hills Resort
Opened in 2019, Gondar Hills is a new and promising hotel in Gondar. It occupies an impressive location on the tip of a high hill on the outskirts of town - a location it shares with the long-established Goha Hotel - from where it enjoys views of the town and surrounding countryside.
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Solo safari in Zambia
I did indeed have a great time in Zambia: did you really expect anything else!?
