Tour
Return to Zion – Ethiopia Tour (July 19th to July 28Th 2026)
$2,500.00
Embark on a transformative 10-day spiritual pilgrimage through the sacred highlands and valleys of Ethiopia—the ancient land revered as Zion, the spiritual homeland of Rastafari and a beacon of African Orthodox Christianity for over 1,700 years—as we journey through July 19-28, 2026 with Return To Zion: Explore Ethiopia. From the moment you arrive in Addis Ababa and begin exploring the profound legacy of Emperor Haile Selassie I and Emperor Menelik at the National Museum, Palace, and Trinity Church, to the awe-inspiring moment you stand before the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela and receive blessings by the Jordan River, every step of this journey awakens your soul to the deep spiritual roots of the Rastafari tradition and Ethiopian Orthodox heritage. You will walk where prophets walked, visit the house where Bob Marley found sanctuary in Shashemane, experience the vibrant Rastafari community centers and churches, float on the sacred waters of Hawassa Lake, witness the dramatic beauty of the 40 Springs and God’s Bridge, and connect with the indigenous Dorze and Konso peoples whose ancient wisdom and practices embody a way of life in harmony with the earth and spirit. Led by an experienced Ethiopian guide deeply versed in both Rastafari teachings and local spiritual traditions, this 10-day excursion is more than a journey through Ethiopia’s breathtaking landscapes—it is a pilgrimage of the heart, an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Haile Selassie’s profound teachings, to walk in the footsteps of spiritual seekers and ancestors, and to return home transformed, carrying the blessings and wisdom of Zion within your spirit.
Meet our Hostess
Welcome to Ethiopia Tourguide! My name is Ras Fitsum and I give tours throughout Ethiopia, following the footsteps of His Majesty Haile Selassie. I look forward to welcome you to my country. As your personal guide I will be delighted to offer and provide everything you expect to ensure your enjoyment of an unforgettable journey.
For the last years I have been working as an independent tourguide and for a tour operator based in Ethiopia. I have good contacts within the travel business and can assure you to book great guesthouses, national parks and tours around the country.
During my years as a tourguide I have developed a great knowledge of my country’s heritage and the fabulous variety of wildlife that live within them. You can be totally in control of the tour, where you wish go, how many days you want to stay, and the type of accommodation you stay in. Booking a tour with me you will travel through Ethiopia from a local point of view meaning you will support and enjoy the local community in my beautiful country Ethiopia!
10 Day Ethiopia package includes the following:
Airport pick and drop service
Guest houses
All meals
Transportation
Guide and Hostess
Museum and Park entrance fees
Soft drinks
Local flights
Not included:
International Airfare to Ethiopia
Personal Item purchases
Local travel insurance
10% deposit due at sign up
40% due 2 months before tour
50% final amount due 2 weeks prior to tour
Arrival at Addis Ababa International Airport
Hotel Accommodations and Dinner together
Walk through city center
Day 02:
City Tour, Visit National Museum,
Palace, Coronation and Trinity church.
Explore Ethiopia history+ and Emperor Selassie I memories and Menelik
Day 03: Fly from Addis to Lalibela
Discover the Rock Hewan Church of Lalibela.
Day 04:
Baptism in the Jordan river.Pray and Fasting in Lalibela monastery
Get a Blessings from Bush Man
Day 05: Addis to Shashemane!
Transfer to Shashemane in private car, stopping at lake Langano for lunch.
Night in Shashemane.
Day 06: Visit house of Bob Marley, JRDC school, and Rastafari Community Center, Gallery and Church
Day 07:
Shashemane to Wondogent. Visit Palace and Coffee farm.
Enjoy All day Nature Tour, Hawasa lake and Boat Trip, and fish market.
Day 08:
Shashame to Arbaminch
Visit 40 Springs, Chamo Lake and God bridge
Day 09: Visit Dorze and Konso village, False Banana and Waving center.
Dramatic spectacular views!
Day 10 back home
Flight back home
Why travel with a national licensed guide?
Because traveling with a licensed national guide means turning a simple trip into a unique and unforgettable experience.
Safety & comfort
Travel with peace of mind: your licensed national guide has it all covered.
Less stress, more fun: you enjoy, we manage.
Added value
A national guide doesn’t just show you Ethiopia, he makes you experience it.
Every step explained, every encounter authentic.
An exclusive experience
Access places, stories and encounters that only local guides know.
Live Ethiopia from the inside, away from classic tourist routes.
Save time & comfort
Optimized route, well-organized tours: your time is precious.
A smooth, paced trip, without any bad surprises.
Responsible tourism
Traveling with a national guide is to Embark on a transformative 10-day spiritual pilgrimage through the sacred highlands and valleys of Ethiopia—the ancient land revered as Zion, the spiritual homeland of Rastafari and a beacon of African Orthodox Christianity for over 1,700 years—as we journey through July 19-28, 2026 with Return To Zion: Explore Ethiopia. From the moment you arrive in Addis Ababa and begin exploring the profound legacy of Emperor Haile Selassie I and Emperor Menelik at the National Museum, Palace, and Trinity Church, to the awe-inspiring moment you stand before the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela and receive blessings by the Jordan River, every step of this journey awakens your soul to the deep spiritual roots of the Rastafari tradition and Ethiopian Orthodox heritage. You will walk where prophets walked, visit the house where Bob Marley found sanctuary in Shashemane, experience the vibrant Rastafari community centers and churches, float on the sacred waters of Hawassa Lake, witness the dramatic beauty of the 40 Springs and God’s Bridge, and connect with the indigenous Dorze and Konso peoples whose ancient wisdom and practices embody a way of life in harmony with the earth and spirit. Led by an experienced Ethiopian guide deeply versed in both Rastafari teachings and local spiritual traditions, this 10-day excursion is more than a journey through Ethiopia’s breathtaking landscapes—it is a pilgrimage of the heart, an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Haile Selassie’s profound teachings, to walk in the footsteps of spiritual seekers and ancestors, and to return home transformed, carrying the blessings and wisdom of Zion within your spirit.
