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Asmara (Tigrinya: ኣስመራ) known locally as Asmera (meaning "They [feminine plural] made them unite" in Tigrinya), is the capital city and largest settlement in Eritrea. Home to a population of just over 800,000 inhabitants, it sits at an elevation of 2,325 metres (7,628 ft), the sixth highest capital in the world by altitude. The city is located at the tip of an escarpment that is both the northwestern edge of the Eritrean highlands and the Great Rift Valley in neighbouring Ethiopia. In 2017, the city was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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1. 3 days tour Asmara - Massawa - Keren
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Visit Asmara, the city called as “Piccola Roma” (Little Rome) and observe its most shining collection of Art Deco (A style of design, marked by stylized forms and geometric designs, which was popular in the 1920s and 1930s) architectural wonders portrayed in many of its buildings. Visitors would visit the Italian and Common Wealth war cemeteries. Keren is well known for the fiercest battles that went on between the Common wealth and the Italian forces in 1941. The fall of Keren in the hands of the Common Wealth advancing army signaled the end of Italian occupation in Eritrea.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All transfers to/from airport & hotel
Exclusions: Air ticket fare and Entry visa, Lunch, dinner and Alcoholic drinks, Travel insurance, Personal spending, Travel Permit fee
Reviewed By steveb_online
I arranged a seven day private tour through Adulis travel in November 2019. They were responsive and offered a good itinerary with feedback about several options. I was provided with a driver, guide and a 4WD. Robel and Berhe were friendly, punctual, reliable and well-informed. They changed my itinerary to accommodate any whims that I had and ensured that key objectives were met. I thoroughly recommend the company.
2. Half-Day Asmara City Cycle Tour
The Asmara City Cycle Tour is a great way to discover the soul of the city, exploring Asmara using old fashion bike is amazing. The relaxed biking culture is visible everywhere in the city - you will experience the sight, sounds, and smells of Asmara city with tours lead by story telling guides that is perfectly tailored to increase opportunity for learning and local insights. Asmara is bike friendly and to really uncover the hidden gem this city offers, our team have gone around the city and collected timeless bikes that where imported to ft the city during its early boom times.
Inclusions: Local guide, Tour escort/host
Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
3. 5 Days Tour Asmara - Massawa
Asmara the Capital City of Eritrea was converted form a scattered villages to a modern city by the Italians by the turn of the last century. The art Deco’s of the 1920’s is spectacular and it attests the feat of engineering of the Italian colonial era. Thus there are more than 400 buildings to be recognized by UNESCO
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All transfers to/from airport & hotel
Exclusions: Air ticket fare and Entry visa, Lunch, dinner and Alcoholic drinks, Insurance, Personal spending and Any optional tours
Reviewed By steveb_online
I arranged a seven day private tour through Adulis travel in November 2019. They were responsive and offered a good itinerary with feedback about several options. I was provided with a driver, guide and a 4WD. Robel and Berhe were friendly, punctual, reliable and well-informed. They changed my itinerary to accommodate any whims that I had and ensured that key objectives were met. I thoroughly recommend the company.
4. 4 days tour Asmara - Keren - Massawa
Visit Asmara, the city called as “Piccola Roma” (Little Rome) and observe its most shining collection of Art Deco (A style of design, marked by stylized forms and geometric designs, which was popular in the 1920s and 1930s) architectural wonders portrayed in many of its buildings
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All transfers to/from airport & hotel, Travel Permit fee
Exclusions: Air ticket fare and Entry visa, Lunch, dinner and Alcoholic drinks, Travel insurance, Personal spending
Reviewed By steveb_online
I arranged a seven day private tour through Adulis travel in November 2019. They were responsive and offered a good itinerary with feedback about several options. I was provided with a driver, guide and a 4WD. Robel and Berhe were friendly, punctual, reliable and well-informed. They changed my itinerary to accommodate any whims that I had and ensured that key objectives were met. I thoroughly recommend the company.
5. Eritrean Highlights Safari 8 Days / 7 Nights
This tour is all about Eritrea as a country. You will move across various cities such as the Asmara, Keren, Massawa, and Mendefera. Though out the journey you will learn more on the religious culture, historical sites, and the economic development of the people of Eritrea.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Experienced tour/safari guide, Transportation in private vehicle
Exclusions: Travel insurance.
Reviewed By DudesAdrift
With three extra days in Namibia, I decided to include a quick trip to Etosha. I struggled to find a company that was still operational, and met my needs. Then I chatted with Megan, representative with Across Africa. I quickly knew she was actually interested in helping. Her sincerity, honesty, humanity and dedication were recognized immediately, and I knew that I didn’t need to search further. She set up my trip with no hidden BS, made an effort to meet all my needs, and did all of it promptly, professionally, and graciously. My trip turned out perfectly down to the last detail. I credit Megan and my guide Steve for making my quick visit to Etosha unforgettable. Because of them I will use Across Africa in the future and suggest to others that they do the same!
6. Asmara City Tour
Asmara has been voted the best city in Africa and also has the reputation as being the fourth best city of attraction on the planet. These accolades make it irresistible to visit along with other major cities in the country where visitors can appreciate the unique architectural styles that have been created through the rich history of time
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, The Best coffee in the World will be served, Bottled water, Snacks, Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner, Lunch
Reviewed By sensirie
This country holds a very authentic tradition where all the manners of their past still exist now. The towns are still in their old colonial, if you like, mode. Nothing has changed except a few up and coming premises. Good food and interesting way of sharing a meal. Their religion is very dear to them as well as the law of the land which each one is expected to respect. It is indeed a world of their own. Tip: Not convenient for party goers neither is it good for adventurous people. Good for a nice chilled out vacation.
7. Eritrea: Special Coptic Meskel Festival
The architecture of Asmara, the mud villages of the Bilens, the markets of Keren, the "Italian" road from 2,300 meters to the Red Sea, the ruins of Massawa, the nomads Rashaida and Afar fishermen, the enchanting Dahlak islands. In addition, participation in the ceremonies of the Meskel Festival.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Italian escort, Local English speaking guides where necessary, Tourist permits for scheduled sites *, Visits and excursions as scheduled *, All transfers by minibus, including driver, petrol and tolls, The 2-day excursion by speedboat to the Dahlak with an Italian captain, Meals as specified in the program, 9 nights with breakfast as mentioned in the program, Day use in Asmara (1 room for every 4 participants)
Exclusions: The visa for Eritrea, Cancellation / health / baggage insurance, Air flights, Drinks and mineral water, Meals not scheduled, Tips and photographic tips, Expenses of a personal nature, Everything mentioned in "supplements", Anything not expressly mentioned in "the fee includes"
