Melka Kunture & Adadi Mariam Trip: Explore Archaeological Sites and Rock-Hewn Church in a Day
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Embark on a day trip to Melka Kunture and Adadi Mariam to explore archaeological sites and a rock-hewn church. Discover ancient monuments and enjoy a delicious lunch in Tiya.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Adadi Maryam - This great one day trip will depart Addis Ababa at 8.00 am and have you back in the capital by 4.30 pm
  • 5.00 pm. The trip highlights include a visit to Melka Kunture and Bachilt Archaeological site,the Adadi Mariam Church and the Tiya Stelae Field.

Adadi Mariam Church is located 57km from Addis Ababa. The Tiya Stelae Field is a further 30km down the road.

We will stop for lunch in the town Tiya.

Adadi Mariam is a subterranean rock-hewn church similar to those of Lalibela. This church is unique as it is the southern-most church of its type, and stands alone

  • no other rock-hewn churches are in the area. It has been surmised that King Lalibela ordered the construction of Adida Mariam for his visit to southern Ethiopia. The site dates to the 13th century, but is still an active site of worship.
  • Melka Kunture - At Melka Kunture Archaeological site we have a chance to see (nearly 2 million-year-old) discovered fossils of the prehistoric age. The Stone tools in the area dating 1. 5 million years old.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Additional Information

A one-day excursion to Melka Kuntre and Bachilt Archaeological Site, alongside Adadi Mariam Church and the Tiya Stelae Field is available. Departure from Addis Ababa is scheduled for 8.00 am, with an estimated return time of 4.30 pm.

Initially, we journey to the Melka Kuntre and Bachilt Archaeological Site, situated approximately 50km outside of Addis Ababa.

Next, we proceed to the Adadi Mariam Church, situated roughly 7km adjacent to Melka Kuntre. Adadi Mariam boasts a cavernous, rock-hewn church, akin to those found in Lalibela.

Post the church visit, a quick trip to the Tiya Stelae Field is arranged. This historical archaeological site boasts 36 monuments, of which 32 are carved stelae.

The day’s itinerary integrates lunch in the town of Tiya.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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801victory
Dec 31, 2019
Wonderfull day - The day trip to the Adadi Mariam and Tiya went perfectly the palace has so much history which got us so interested the guides were so knowledgeable the made the trip even more interesting.
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195kiliann
Dec 27, 2019
Amazing service - The whole day was really great the travel company arranged everything perfectly. the tour guide was a great guy he have so much knowledge about the place and he gave us a detailed explanation about the place.
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_brandy550
Dec 5, 2019
Incredible place - I was in Addis for 3 days conference on November and the next day I booked this tour. To be honest I didn't expect this much. But it was great. Thanks Alex
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