Christmas in Lalibela

Gena (Christmas) in Lalibela

Attend Ethiopian Christmas in Lalibela 2022 Tours; Lalibela is the jewel in the crown of Ethiopia, the home of the most famous churches, and the scene of so many major religious ceremonies. Also known, as ‘Africa’s Petra’, Lalibela and its rock-hewn Churches are arguably Ethiopia’s topmost attractions. Visit the rock-hewn Churches. These Churches include Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Mariam, Bete MEskal, Bete Danaghel, Bete Golgotha & Bete Mikael, and Bete Giorgis.

Afternoon, you will visit the rest of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela i.e. Bete Amanuel, Bete Markorios, Bete Aba Libanos, and Bete Gebriel-Rufael. In the evening, you will attend the Christmas Eve ceremony with the pilgrims to be held at Bete Mariam church. The chanting by the “deacons” and the priests continue throughout the night and around while the pilgrims clap and ululate to the drumbeat. At midnight, there will be a candlelight ceremony to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.

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  • Tour operators can offer flexible packages with customized durations; the option of including creative experience.
  • We also recommend that when organizing a trip, tour operators take into account events specifically designed for Diasporas.
  • Offer:  Up to 30% discount on flight tickets, accommodation, land transport, and guiding.
  • Price: Depending on the tour operator’s coverage of the service.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)s

People having an Ethiopian Origin ID, whether active or expired, are not required to obtain a visa to enter Ethiopia. Others should apply for a visa online or apply for a visa on arrival.

Passengers must present a medical certificate showing a negative COVID-19 test result before boarding a flight to Ethiopia. The test should be taken at most 120 hours before arrival.

People with Ethiopian Origin ID either active or expired can enter to Ethiopia with out visa. But they need to show either the active or the expired Ethiopian Origin ID at the airport counters. 

Ethiopian that hold non-Ethiopian passport can apply for Ethiopian origin ID online. It will be processed within 15 Days.

Please visit https://www.moh.gov.et/site/Donation_For_Health_Facility_Restoration for Steps and Procedures to Facilitate Donations of Medicines, Medical Supplies and Equipment For Health Facility Restoration.

Please visit respective hotels website to book your hotels

Please check our website for the list of tour operators that offer discount of up to 30%.

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