17 Days Northern and Southern part of Ethiopia
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Overview
Highlights
- Visit Yeha temple.
- Visit Mariam and Daniel Korkor Churches which are the most impressive architecturally.
- Visit Lake Assal.
- Visit to a local Erbore village.
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- Accommodation as per the program based on twin or double room
- All transfer in and transfer out services
- Ground transportation
- An experienced driver, driver allowance
- All fuel expenses and Lubricants Expense
- Local guides and Scout where needed
- All entrance fees as per the program
- Internal flight tickets
- Bed and Breakfast (Danakil trip is full board)
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