Fasika the Ethiopian Easter
Ethiopian Easter, Fasika in Amharic, is celebrated in commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus on the third day after his crucifixion. They are consecrated after 55 days of fasting and represent one of the most popular festivals for Orthodox Ethiopians.
On the eve of Easter, Orthodox Ethiopians attend religious ceremonies accompanied by incense and leave home around 3 a.m. to break the fast.
You will attend this festival in one of the high places of Orthodoxy in Lalibella. Fasika corresponds to the Easter holidays.
Take advantage of this trip to visit the essential sites of the historic northern route among which four sites are classified in the UNESCO World Heritage List, including: Aksum, Lalibela, Gondar, the island of monasteries of Lake Tana, the palace of the Queen of Sheba.
Our client Christian Drevet - director CD Production - shares with you one of these unique moments through his captivating report produced during his trip to Ethiopia for Fasika, the Ethiopian Easter which he witnessed in Lalibela and which we share with you. You can soak it up before coming to live this captivating experience.
FASIKA is celebrated throughout Ethiopia, choose the place where you want to experience it and we will develop your program to meet your desires.
The main points
- Attend an Easter mass in Lalibela
- Discover the Gelada baboons
- Discover the UNESCO heritage sites of the north and in particular the rock churches of Lalibela
- Visit a church in Tigray
Arrival at Addis Ababa Bole airport. Welcome by your French-speaking guide. Transfer to your hotel and installation in the rooms.
Departure for a visit to the National Museum which will be an opportunity to discuss the history of Ethiopia: from the famous Lucy (3.4 million year old humanoid fossil) to the powerful ancient kingdom of Aksum; from the medieval Gondorian kingdoms to the reigns of Emperors Menelik II and Haile Selassie.
Continuation of visits with the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the country and the Mausoleum of Emperor Menelik II in the Bààta Church.
Hotel night
Transfer to Addis Ababa Bole Airport for your flight to Gondar.
On arrival check into your hotel.
Discovery of the sites of this medieval town with the complex of the palace of Fasilidas, that of Iyasu I and the Fasilidas basin, used today for religious ceremonies.
Continuation to visit the Kuskwam complex, built by Empress Metewab, one of the most influential women of the Gondorian renaissance.
You will continue with a visit to one of the most emblematic churches in Ethiopia, Debre Berhan Selassie, with a ceiling covered with cherubs and superb wall paintings.
Overnight Haile Resort or similar.
You leave early in the morning for Debark where entry permits are issued for Simien Park. The park is located between 3,200 and 4,600 meters at its highest point with RAS DASHEN.
You can enjoy the spectacular landscapes with walks at your own pace followed by your vehicle. You can go to Chenek by car for those who wish to walk to see the Jimbar Falls.
Lunch will be a picnic to allow you to make the most of this day discovering the Gelada and, if you are lucky, the Ibex.
Return to Gondar.
Overnight Haile Resort or similar
This price includes
- 2 domestic flights
- Accommodation in ***/**** hotels and lodges (local standards) in double room
- Full board
- 4x4 vehicle, or minibus driver and fuel, insurance
- Boat on Lake Tana
- All entries
- All transfers
- French speaking guide for the entire duration of the trip
- Specialized local guides for all sites
- Non-alcoholic drinks during meals (1 mineral water per person at lunch and dinner)
- Government taxes
This price does not include
- International flights
- Cancellation/repatriation insurance (optional)
- Visa
- Laundry service
- Alcoholic drinks
- Fees for videos and photos
- Tips
Single room supplement: 300.00 euros per person
- 10 days/9 nights
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April 15, 2025
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