Eritrea Encounters
10 days
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For too long, Eritrea has been missed off of the bucket list of most travellers,. But this proud East African nation, which offers a real 'off the beaten path' travel experience is eagerly waiting to be explored!
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
For too long, Eritrea has been missed off of the bucket list of most travellers,. But this proud East African nation, which offers a real 'off the beaten path' travel experience is eagerly waiting to be explored!
Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKeren
End CityMitsiwa
Min Group Size
Max Group Size
Trip includes
- 3 nights in Asmara, 1 night in Keren hotels
- 2 nights camping on the Dahlak Islands including equipment
- Dahlak Island cruise including all meals and 4 drinks per day
- All transport and transfers
- 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service (on tour days)
- Services of a local tour leader throughout (English & Italian speaking)
- All sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Entrance fees for visits included in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Visa invitation letter for most nationalities
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive in Asmara, transfer to hotel. Afternoon guided sightseeing
After arriving in Asmara, our driver will be waiting at the airport, to escort you to your hotel. In the afternoon, join our guided tour of Asmara, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's an interesting city, with early 20th century architecture and vibrant colours. Highlight...
OVERNIGHT:
Asmara hotel
MEALS:
None
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 2: Optional Steam Locomotive. Head to Keren
A century ago, the Italians built what was then considered a futuristic railway in Eritrea and in recent years, steam locomotives have returned to the tracks of this former Italian colony. Whilst much of the railway infrastructure is in a state of bad repair, when you st...
OVERNIGHT:
Keren hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 3: Exploring Keren
The city of Keren, home to the Bilen people, sprawls a wide basin, surrounded by granite mountains on all sides, This part of Eritrea offers a slice of 'authentic Africa', with its nostalgic atmosphere. The most vivid and colourful attraction in Keren is of course the lo...
OVERNIGHT:
Asmara hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 4: To Massawa, cruise to the Dahlak Islands
As we leave Asmara today, our route will descend 2450 meters in just 100km of road, taking us to the coastal city of Massawa. From here we'll board our motorboat, which will take us to explore some of the pearls of the Red Sea, the Dahlak Islands. Whilst the exact route ...
OVERNIGHT:
Dahlak Island Camping
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 5: Exploring the Dahlak Islands
The Dahlak Archipelago comprises of over 200 islands, in the pristine waters of the Red Sea. Known for its unique ecosystem, some say that it even rivals world renowned destintions such as The Maldives. The waters surrounding the Dahlak Islands are teeming with marine li...
OVERNIGHT:
Dahlak Island camping
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 6: Return to Asmara via Massawa
Sadly, our time in the Dahlak Islands comes to and end today as we leave the boat in Massawa. Time permitting, we may have the opportunity to take a short city tour before we return to Asmara where we'll spend our final night in Eritrea. Why not use this evening to purchase any last minute souvenirs, or visit a local restaurant for a farewell dinner with your new friends.
OVERNIGHT:
Asmara hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
DAY 7: Free time in Asmara. Transfer to the airport for departure
(extensions available)
You'll have some free time in Asmara today, until you are transferred back to the airport for departure . For those looking to spend a little longer in Eritrea, we do offer a 2-night Asmara extension, which includes tours to visit Kohaito, Adi Quala and more.
OVERNIGHT:
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MEALS:
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Dates & Availability
Price From $3,120
Price per day$312
Last Updated: 4/19/2024
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International flights (available on request)
- Eritrea visa fees (an invitation letter will be provided)
- Optional journey on restored colonial train
- Additional paperwork for Visa on Arrival service (for countries with no Eritrean Consulate)
- Travel insurance (compulsory - available from Encounters Travel)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Tips for tour leader & driver
- Any other items not mentioned above
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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