Things to do in Axum, Tigray Region: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

July 31, 2021 Randal Brittian

Axum or Aksum (Tigrinya: ኣኽሱም Ak̠ʷsəm, Amharic: አክሱም Ak̠sum) is a city in the northern part of Ethiopia. The town has a population of 56,500 residents (2010) and is governed as an urban wäräda.
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1. Tigray Churches Tour (5D and 4N)

Sycamore Ethiopia Tours, Mek'ele, Ethiopia Sycamore Ethiopia Tours
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This tour is unique because it contains , History , Religion , landscape ,culture , trekking , walking and climbing then our travelers can get all those things in this particular trip.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Airport/Departure Tax, Entrance ticket , English speaking local guide ,water , Transfer in and out ,

Exclusions: All flights & visas,Food &accomodation,Photo&video fees,Other personal expenses, Activities not mentioned on the above , Alcoholic drinks , Tips and personal expenses

Reviewed By G2201FQpatc

We did a one day tour from Axum to Wukro, stopping at the abuna yemata church.Haile was a great guide.he kept us informed about the region and the church.i must admit, scaling the rock wall with no safety equipment is not for everyone so make sure to get the full information before attempting this trip.we were supposed to do 3 churches but time simply ran out.so I recommend talking with Haile regarding time line for this excursion.i highly recommend taking this trip with sycamore Ethiopia tours. Haile was one.of the best guides we had in ethiopia.he was friendly and very informative.

2. Northern Ethiopia And Danakil

Escape into Ethiopia
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Take a 11 days tour around one of our northern routes including Danakil depressions, Simien Mountains, Lalibela churches, and ancient city of Axum. Escape into Ethiopia tours will take you the highlights of Ethiopia’s magnificent places. Ethiopia lands of extremes: having the Danakil Depression, Cliff-Top Churches, extraordinary Mountains and underground rock-cut churches. Escape into Ethiopia tours help visitors to explore this entire extremes. Start from the Danakil Depression, is currently over 100 meters below sea level; make it one of the lowest points on the earth surface. Simien Mountains (roof of Africa): Cloud piercing peak, shield secrete of Eden and cliff-top teaming with life. Simien Mountain is homes of endemic mammals including Gelada baoons. Axum was a political and religious capital around 3000 years ago and crowed obelisks tombs of the kings of Axum carved from Geraint with some towering over 33 meters tall. This memorial’s was seen stairway to heaven.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, All domestic flights:Addis Ababa to Bahir-dar, from Gondar to Axum and From Lalibela to Addis Ababa , Tour leader, Hotels as per the itinerary, Bottle of water everyday, Scouts fees in the national parks (Simen National Park). , Boat Cruise over Lake Tuna at Bahir-dar and local boat at Blue Nile , Military service in Danakil Depression

Exclusions: Alcohol Beverage , Lunch, and Dinner, Tips , Snacks

Reviewed By dtadst

Reliable and honest guide good English and friendly highly recommended. He also can help with other tours

3. Day Trip in Axum

Ethio Travel and Tours
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In this trip we will explore the ruins of the ancient Axumite Civilization covered a wide area in the Tigray Plateau. The most impressive monuments are the monolithic obelisks, royal tombs and the palace ruins dating to the 6th and 7th centuries AD. Also you will visit the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion is an Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church in Ethiopia. It is claimed to contain the Ark of the Covenant.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By 290nataliiad

I've got the best possible service, as for me. I had a really good guide and great driver. He was very attentive: I did video on the way with opened windows and driver closed window for safety and said me I can continue to video street life. I liked traditional clothing market a lot: if you want to have really beautiful souvenir from Ethiopia, I think Shiromeda ( I'm not sure, if I wrote it correctly..) is the best possible place)) I really highly appreciative for the service I had. We visited Mercato market and I felt totally safe there: without a guide I would never go there. But with the guide it was very interesting and safe visit. The tour is flexible and it's great: you can choose what is interesting for you. We bought good coffee on the way and also I've tasted avocado and mango juice)) The owner of company is great and treated me in the best way)) Highly recommended Ethio Travel and Tours for your tours through Ethiopia and Addis.

4. Two Days Trip in Axum and its Surroundings

Gelila Ethiopia Tours
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Axum was the center of the marine trading power known as the Aksumite Kingdom, which predated the earliest mentions in Roman era writings. Around 356, its ruler was converted to Christianity by Frumentius. Later, under the reign of Kaleb, Axum was a quasi-ally of Byzantium against the Persian Empire. The historical record is unclear, with ancient church records the primary contemporary sources.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, All Entrance fees and licenses as per the program., Private Land Transport by Air Conditioned Minivan, Fuel, driver allowance, Professional English and French Speaking Local Guide, From and To Axum Airport Transfers, Bottled Water through out the Tour

Exclusions: Food , Drink and Accommodation, Tips and personal natures, International and Domestic Airfare, And What is NOT included on the Inclusive List

Reviewed By foyaworld

I recommend Gelila Tours for a day trip around Addis Ababa. They were very responsive and detailed in showing us the city.

5. 12 Days to Explore Ethiopian History

Ethio Afro Tours
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This 12 days historic route is one of our best products and is purchased so many times by differently originated worldwide customers indeed. On this Eleven Days and Twelve nights specific tour the Siemen Mountains, major historical sites of northern Ethiopia and the Tigray Rock churches will be visited Including Addis Ababa City tour. Not only this, we will also spend three nights in the magnificent rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Any Alcoholic Beverages, Domestic and International Flight Fees

Reviewed By addisalemz2020

Excellent team for your day trip to Addis Ababa, Ethio Afro Tours, we booked the city and coffee tour with Ethio Afro Tours, and had an amazing experience, all information provided was super fantastic and it was a great authentic experience, Mihiretab the owner is such lovely and nice person, we truly enjoyed learning from him about more than just Ethiopian history and local life’s, The right choice for your day trip to Addis Ababa driver and guide Habtamu was great, they pick us up from our hotel and they take us for breakfast and coffee at Tomoca, how amazing is this one!

6. 14-days Northern Ethiopia Tours

Access Eco Trekking Tours
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"Sometimes it is not the destination of a story that matter most – It is how you get there, and the community you journey with.” As our philosophy depends on providing an Eco friendly, community based, sustainable tourism local tour and travel in Ethiopia, we are really committed and feel great responsible that our travel idea insures the benefits of the local communities you journey with! So, in joining this trip.... you will discover all about the hidden beauties of Ethiopia's historical, cultural, adventurous UNESCO world heritage sites and the local side of Ethiopians! Finally, we would loved to confirm you that this trip would be a great opportunity to discover all about Ethiopia from Yeha, Axumite, Zagwe, Solomonic until the current government and it includes off the beaten trekking of Simien Mountain, Denakil depression, Blue Nile Falls, churches of Lalibela, Gheralta mountain and Tigray churches!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, All Domestic Flights , All Entrance Fee , Professional Tour Guide , Bottled Water

Exclusions: All Alcohol Drinks , Personal Laundry , Personal Souvenirs , Personal Tips , International Flight Expenses

Reviewed By Igor C

We had a 14 day trip in Ethiopia, mainly to visit Omo Valley and Dallol. We enjoyed the trip. Kanu was great, car optimal, distances long to drive, but educational and inspiring. Selection of lodges good, food something new for us, but great. If you go to Afrika, this is a fine combination of adventure not to touristic vacation. We would highly recommended Access Eco Trekking and Kanu as a guide and we would definitely use them again should we back in Ethiopia. Igor & Romana

7. Ethiopia's Historic Route; 5 Days

Mado Hotel, Namibia Avenue. Bole Sub-City,Woreda 03, Atlas Area, አዲስ አበባ, Ethiopia Ethio Tours
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This Ethiopia holiday is tailor made, and introduces you to the natural beauty, rich culture, long history and friendly people of this country. Visit Ethiopia’s diverse historical attractions, from the monuments, museums and markets of Addis Ababa to the ancient capital of Gonder and the iconic rock churches at Lalibela. Ethiopia’s beautiful, natural landscape. This trip creates an opportunity for an exchange of cultures between you and the local communities as there are various moments to discuss and interact . visit Major historical sites of northern Ethiopia.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, accomedations , All Fees and Taxes, local Guide service

Exclusions: Domestic Flights , Dinner

Reviewed By Tour33033786207

expat in Addis , My family and I had a fantastic experience with EthioTours . Had a fantastic morning tour on lake Tana . Beautiful sunrise and a fantastic breakfast. The guide was really knowledgeable about all the animals we saw and explained about the fishermen and what they were doing. Saw plenty of hippos too! It was an amazing experience, we visited three beautiful islands . We would like to thank Melese for showing us all unique areas and sharing the stories . Private tour was absolute best way to relax and see the beauty of the lake. Highly recommended !

8. 5 days Bahir Dar, Gondar, Axum & Lalibela Trip

Ethio Travel and Tours
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The Historic Route is one of the greatest treasures of Ethiopia .Nowhere else in the world can you see riches of man’s past such as those in the northern part of Ethiopia most of them are registered by UNSCO as world heritage site. A history that stretched back to the time of prehistoric man the 5th century B.C pagan temple of Yeha, Debre Damo monastery, the 12th century rock hewn churches of Lalibela, the medieval castles of Gonder, the famous Blue Nile fall with the 13th century painting monastery of Lake Tana at Bahir Dar spectacular scenery, peoples, customs landscape Riches that cover the history of Ethiopia.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All internal Flights, All Entrance fees and licenses as per the program., Accommodation throughout the tour.

Exclusions: Lunch and dinner , Other personal expenses, Things which are not mentioned in the inclusion

Reviewed By 290nataliiad

I've got the best possible service, as for me. I had a really good guide and great driver. He was very attentive: I did video on the way with opened windows and driver closed window for safety and said me I can continue to video street life. I liked traditional clothing market a lot: if you want to have really beautiful souvenir from Ethiopia, I think Shiromeda ( I'm not sure, if I wrote it correctly..) is the best possible place)) I really highly appreciative for the service I had. We visited Mercato market and I felt totally safe there: without a guide I would never go there. But with the guide it was very interesting and safe visit. The tour is flexible and it's great: you can choose what is interesting for you. We bought good coffee on the way and also I've tasted avocado and mango juice)) The owner of company is great and treated me in the best way)) Highly recommended Ethio Travel and Tours for your tours through Ethiopia and Addis.

9. Highlight of Historical Tour Ethiopia

FKLM Ethiopia Tours, Equatorial Guinea St, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia FKLM Tours

Take a 7-day journey and visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites which are Royal Enclosure of Gondar, Axum, and Lalibela. Along with those, you will also visit Blue Nile Falls, Lake Tana, and its island monasteries, churches, and local communities.

Inclusions: 6 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Domestic flights as of International Flight with ET. Extra $366 for non ET., English speaking professional guide. , Local guide fees., All entrance fees., Government tax associated with the trip.

Exclusions: Lunches and dinners., International Airfare., Alcoholic Expenses, And what is NOT included on the Inclusion List.

Reviewed By S5307GCmaryg

Just returned from 11 day Ethiopia tour with Alenehe as our guide. It was an interesting and enlightening tour covering major sites including the spectacular Lalibela-alone worth a visit to Ethiopia. Challenging driving on less than great roads but incredible mountain scenery and opportunity to see smaller cities and villages experiencing local life along the way. Comfortable hotels, great local foods. Alenehe was a great guide,accommodating and enjoyable/fun company. Recommend this Ethiopian company using local guides in all locations and benefitting local businesses!

10. Day Trip in Axum, the Center of Ancient Civilizations

Beka Ethiopia Tours

This is a full day trip in the ancient town of Axum. Axum is the center and cradle of Ethiopian civilization. The town of Axum is located in the northern Ethiopia in the Tigray national regional state. Axum located very close to Red Sea and Asmara the capital of Eritrea. Axum is a home to several ancient palaces, tombs, artifacts and other ancient historical objects. Axum is also believed to be the place where the original arc of the covenant is still reserved. The total duration of this tour is 11 hours. In this tour you will visit the following attractions: In the Morning:  - Obelisks - Under ground tombs - Archeological museum - St. Mary Zion church (old & new monastery) - Church museum In the afternoon: - Swimming pool of Queen of Sheba - Ezana inscription -Tomb of King Kaleb and Gebremeskel - Queen of Sheba place and finally visit Judith stele fields.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points within Axum town, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Hencner

In Ethiopia, Iza and Abdrzej we were id 16 February to 2 March 2020r.Beka was recommended in Poland and organized us all stay and reviewed from the North to south. Beka can be of 100% of relief as a reliable and honest guide. atBeka , we always felt safe and open to our requests. Beka Girma [email protected]. +251 91 342 1679,

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