Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge
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Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge

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After breakfast you will meet your driver at 7:30 AM and drive Debre Libanos is a monastery in Ethiopia, lying 110 KM northwest of Addis Abeba in the Semien Shewa Zone of the Oromia Region. Founded in the 13th century by Saint Tekle Haymanot, according to myth, he meditated in a cave for 29 years. The monastery's chief abbot, called the Ichege, was the second most powerful official in the Ethiopian Church after the Abuna Tekle Haymanot. other than sightseeing One of the endemic mammals in Ethiopia, the Gelada Baboon is also found in the cliff , see its tombs, museum, and the nearby cave where its founding saint prayed. A few Kilometers from the monastery is the 16th century Portuguese Bridge also worth a visit. After having lunch on either side of the river; drive back to Addis Abeba.

 

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Included
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Entrance fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Bottled water
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant meals not included
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
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Cultural
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