Ethiopia · TIYA, ADADI MARIAM & MELKA KUNTURE
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Three sites sit within a short drive south of Addis Ababa: the carved stelae at Tiya, the rock-hewn church at Adadi Mariam, and the stone-tool excavations above the Awash at Melka Kunture. Below are the day trips that link them, with what each includes, how much of the day goes on driving, and whether entry fees are extra.
Air-conditioned small-group day trip from Addis to Melka Kunture fossils and Adadi Maryam church, with tickets, water, and hotel pickup.
“In fact, it is a deceit and it is swindlers. We have not visited the Tyia. Tyia it was only thing in this tour, because of what should go. Also, it was a terrible organization. First of all, you take away from the hotel, then taken to the their office, there Read more”
Day trip from Addis Ababa to Adadi Maryam rock churches and UNESCO Tiya stelae, with guide, transport, lunch, and entry included.
“Abreham and Sisay from Aman Tours ensured I had a great day. Sisay drove with skill and consideration, and Abreham was knowledgeable and tailored the tour to what I wanted.”
Small-group day trip from Addis Ababa to Adadi Mariam, Tiya, and Melka Kunture, with guide, lunch, and Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
“I felt like a movie star on this tour! I had a large, comfortable van, a great driver, and a wonderful tour guide.”
Private day trip from Addis to UNESCO Tiya stones, Melka Kunture tools, and Adadi Maryam underground church, with lunch and pickup.
“Unfortunately, I was unable to do this trip due to sudden security concerns. Communications could have been better as I was waiting for over an hour without any information from the tour company. Back and forth with hotel front desk staff anRead more”
Addis Ababa day trip to Melka Kuntre, Tiya, and Adadi Maryam with small-group transfers, lunch, and UNESCO stelae.
“Highly enjoyable, very competent and sympathetic guida and driver. We had a great time. The sights were fantastic and interesting”
Guided day trip from Addis Ababa to Tiya, Melka Kunture fossils, and Adadi Maryam rock churches, with hotel pickup and small groups.
“Visiting the rock church of Adadi Mariam and the UNESCO-listed Tiya site from Addis is a real adventue. I was in the safe hands of driver Tekeste and the friendly guide Haben. Haben guided me through the history of both places. Tekeske and Read more”
One long Ethiopian day trip: prehistoric Melka Kunture, Adadi Maryam’s rock church, and Tiya’s stelae with strong guiding.
“Our guide Tekalegn & driver were professional & entertaining. The local guides were very knowledgeable. Unfortunately the tour company had very poor communication and did not advise us of changes to the itinerary.”
Guided day trip from Addis Ababa to Adadi Maryam, Tiya, and Melka Kunture, with lunch, coffee, and local context.
“This was our fourth tour with Aman Tours and they didn´t dissapoint us. Adadi Maryam and Tiya are incredible places to visit. The road is a little dusty and bumpy but the destination deserves it. Be prepare, wear confortable shoes and an extra Read more”
Day trip from Addis Ababa to Adadi Mariam, UNESCO Tiya stelae, and Melka Kunture prehistoric site with guide, lunch, and air-conditioned ride.
“Awesome trip and a wonderful experience. Highly recommended!! We had so many questions about the place and all were answered”
Addis day trip to Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church and Melka Kunture fossils, with air-conditioned transport, lunch in Tiya, and admissions included.
“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.”
Private full-day tour from Addis Ababa to Melka Kunture, Adadi Maryam, and Tiya UNESCO stelae field with lunch and guided stops.
“The guide was very knowledgeable, not only about history of the sites but also the local cultures of Ethiopia. He answered our many questions, and prioritized our safety when we ventured in the merkato (not for the faint of heart!). What an ambassador to Ethiopian tourism!”
Day trip from Addis Ababa to Melka Kunture and Tiya UNESCO, with pickup, admission included, and a Rift Valley drive for $80.
“Great tour with them. had booked several and felt very comfortble moving around addis abeba. Thanks so much for your professionalism. Will definitely recommend all the tours i have done with you.”
Explore Melka Kunture fossils and Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church on a 12-hour small-group tour from Addis, with guide and tickets.
“We had beautyful tours and a very friendly and informative tourist guide. We were really happy about the organisation and destination. Thank u a lot! The tour was great!”
