Gondar Overnight Tour: Castles of the Ethiopian Emperors (2 Days / 1 Night)
About
Step into Ethiopia’s imperial past with Dejene Ethiopia Tours on this immersive overnight journey to Gondar — the former royal capital celebrated for its castles, artistry, and enduring traditions. Often called the Camelot of Africa, the city reflects a remarkable chapter of Ethiopian statecraft and architecture.
Your exploration centers on the Royal Enclosure, where 17th-century stone castles rise dramatically against the highland sky. Built by Emperor Fasilides and successive rulers, these fortifications reveal a fusion of Ethiopian, Portuguese, and Middle Eastern influences.
Equally captivating is Debre Berhan Selassie Church, whose interior glows with intricate murals and the famous angel-painted ceiling — a masterpiece of Ethiopian Orthodox artistry. A visit to Fasilides’ ceremonial bath offers insight into living traditions still celebrated during annual festivals.
An evening in Gondar allows travelers to absorb the city’s atmosphere — a blend of historical grandeur and contemporary Ethiopian life — before returning to Addis Ababa. Compact yet profound, this journey captures the essence of Ethiopia’s royal heritage.
Gondar • Addis Ababa
Places You’ll See
- Domestic round-trip flights
- Accommodation (per package tier)
- Private transfers & guiding
- Heritage entrance fees
- Daily breakfast
- Bottled water
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Tips & gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional cultural dinners
- Travel insurance
- Activity level: Easy walking
- Rich historical & artistic focus
- Photography permitted (respect guidelines)
- Ideal for heritage traveler
- Advance booking recommended
- Flexible pacing depending on package tier
Itinerary
Day 1 — Addis Ababa → Gondar
Morning flight north → guided exploration of royal castles → church art visit → optional ceremonial bath stop → evening at leisure.
Day 2 — Gondar → Addis Ababa
Breakfast → optional old city stroll → late morning return flight → end of tour.
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From: $420
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