Tiya & Adadi Mariam Overnight Tour – Ethiopia’s Southern Heritage (2 Days / 1 Night)
About
Explore southern Ethiopia’s rich heritage in just two days. Visit the Tiya Stelae Field, a UNESCO site with mysterious anthropomorphic stones, the Adadi Mariam Rock-Hewn Church (“Southern Lalibela”), and Melka Kunture, a prehistoric site with ancient stone tools and fossils.
Overnight in Butajira or an eco-lodge and enjoy local hospitality, countryside views, and optional cultural experiences like a coffee ceremony. This short tour blends archaeology, spirituality, and local culture into a compact, enriching experience.
Addis Ababa • Butajira • Tiya • Adadi Mariam • Melka Kunture
- Private vehicle round-trip Addis ⇄ Butajira
- Entrance fees for Tiya Stelae, Adadi Mariam, Melka Kunture
- Guided visits at all sites
- Overnight accommodation in Butajira / eco-lodge
- Breakfast + bottled water
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages & personal expenses
- Tips for guides/drivers
- Optional activities not listed
- Activity level: Easy (short walks at heritage sites)
- Suitable for families, solo travelers, and small groups
- Small-group departures (up to 12 travelers) recommended
- Photography etiquette guidance provided
Itinerary
Day 1 — Addis Ababa → Butajira: Tiya & Adadi Mariam
Morning: Drive 2–3 hours south from Addis Ababa
Midday: Visit Tiya Stelae Field, UNESCO site
Afternoon: Explore Adadi Mariam Rock-Hewn Church
Evening: Overnight in Butajira / eco-lodge; dinner and countryside atmosphere
Day 2 — Butajira → Addis Ababa: Melka Kunture
Morning: Visit Melka Kunture prehistoric site
Midday: Optional rural village coffee ceremony or market visit
Afternoon: Return drive to Addis Ababa
Evening: End of tour
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