The sensational Tigray Churches of Ethiopia are located between the cities of Makele and Axum.
Visiting them will give you the opportunity to see some of this country’s most beautiful countryside, breathtaking views and ancient hidden churches.
With hiking and rock climbing required to see some of these religious sites, our Tigray Church tours combine adventure, nature, history and religion in a part of Ethiopia made famous by a prestigious BBC documentary.
All prices below include local guides, entrance fees, transport and hotel pick up / drop off.
1 Day Trip
Option A) from Axum to Visit Yeha / Debre Damo (not open to women).
Option B) from Makele to Visit Abuna Yemata, Maryam Korkor, Daniel Korkor.
Price: $70 USD per person.
2 Day Trip
Start from either Makele or Axum and then finish in either Axum or Makele.
Sites visited include:
• Yeha / Debre Damo (not open to women).
• Abuna Yemata, Maryam Korkor, Daniel Korkor.
Price: $200 USD per person.
The price of our 2 Day Tigray Church trips also include overnight accommodation in Hawzien and breakfast.
Add-Ons!
Why not add a guided tour to the amazing Danakil Depression before or after visiting the Tigray Churches? Departing from Makele, our amazing 3 and 4 day Danakil trips make the perfect accompanying tour to the Tigray Churches if you truly want to see the dazzling diversity of Ethiopia. For more information see here.
Alternatively, why not head to the historical city of Axum after your Tigray Churches trip? We can add end of tour transport to Axum, 1 night accommodation there, as well as a guided day trip of this city onto any Tigray Churches excursion for just $95 USD per person. For more information see here.
Or why not go all out and also include time in the Simien Mountains and Gonder either before or after your Tigray Church tour. For more information see here.