Day Trip To Blue Nile Gorge & Jemma Valley
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Addis Ababa, ET
11 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
One of Ethiopia’s most dramatic stretches of road begins its serpentine descent to the bottom of the Blue Nile Gorge, 1km below.Blue Nile Gorge, often called Ethiopia’s own Grand Canyon is found 213 K.M north of Addis Ababa. This majestic and enormous gorge is known for its magnificent physical feature and alluring natural beauty. After visiting the gorge, you will drive back to Addis en-route visiting Debre Libanos Monastery. Debre Libanos is an important monastic center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. The monastery was founded by the renowned 13th-century mystic, St Teklehaimanot.followed by The Jemma River is one of the tributaries of the Nile, and there is a drop of nearly 1000 metros to the valley below. We will walk downhill to the 17th century Portuguese Bridge, Here we can expect to see plenty of birdlife & Ethiopia's endemic mammals, the Gelada or bleeding heart baboon. Leaving the Gorge we drive back to Addis Ababa to arrive Addis late in the afternoon.
What's Included
Dubai city tour and Dhow cruise with dinner
Tips and gratuity
Dubai frame and Desert safari with BBQ dinner
4 nights hotel accommodation in 5 star hotel
Dinner & Breakfast daily
All fees and/or taxes
Round trip airport transfers
Burj Khalifa 124th floor and musical fountain show with shopping tour
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Our airport representative will meet you at the arrivals hall and escort you directly to your hotel.
End point
Drop-off is provided back at Dubai International Airport at the end of your package.
What To Expect
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Day 1
Airport pickup and hotel check-in
Dubai
Our airport representative will pick you up and check you in to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax after your flight.
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Day 2
Dubai City Tour and evening Dhow cruise with dinner
Dubai
Depart from the hotel after breakfast at 9:30am for the Dubai City Tour. See old and new Dubai, from the man-made Palm Jumeirah to the iconic Burj Al Arab and the historic Al Fahidi Fort. Head to the Gold and Spice Souks for the aromas and colors of traditional Arabia. In the evening, board a traditional dhow for a two-hour dinner cruise along Dubai Marina with live entertainment and stunning skyline views.
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Day 3
Dubai Frame tour and afternoon desert safari with BBQ dinner
Dubai
Visit the Dubai Frame at 10am for a glimpse of the city's old and new sides from the 150m-high bridge. In the afternoon, head out to the desert for dune bashing, camel rides, and a Bedouin-style camp experience with a BBQ dinner, henna painting, and a live Tanoura dance show.
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Day 4
Burj Khalifa tour with Musical fountain show and Dubai Mall shopping tour
The Dubai Mall
At leisure until 4pm, then transfer to The Dubai Mall — home to the world's tallest dancing fountains, an indoor aquarium, and the largest Gold Souk in the world. Ride to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa for panoramic views of the city, then enjoy the evening Musical Fountain show before returning to the hotel.
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Day 5
Check out and drop to airport
Dubai
Check out and your chauffeur will drop you at the airport. Standard check-out time is 12pm; late check-out may be available on request, subject to availability.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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