Culture & Heritage

Lalibela Heritage Pilgrimage

Lalibela, Ethiopia Oct 12-13, 2026 06:00
Starts Mon, Oct 12 2026 — 06:00
Duration 2 days
Capacity 80
Language English
Organiser Roha Heritage Trust

About this event

Two days through both church clusters with local guides, starting with the dawn liturgy.

The first morning begins before sunrise at Bete Medhane Alem, the largest monolithic church in the world, during the morning liturgy.

The second day covers the eastern cluster and the tunnel route to Bete Giyorgis.

Modest dress is required and shoes come off at every church entrance.

Highlights

  • Dawn liturgy at Bete Medhane Alem
  • Tunnel route to Bete Giyorgis
  • Guides from the Roha Heritage Trust
  • Both church clusters over two days

What's included

  • Site entry permits
  • Local guide for both days
  • Traditional lunch each day

The destination

Lalibela

Lalibela, Ethiopia
Explore destination

Eleven churches carved down into living rock, still in daily use after eight centuries.

VenueBete Medhane Alem
AddressLalibela, Amhara Region
Best seasonOctober to March

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