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Ashenda Cultural Festival in Tigray

Created with Sketch. Mekelle, Ethiopia
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Duration

August 22 -24

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

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Overview

Ashandye/ Ashenda, one of the great festivals which are unique for  Tigray, Lasta Lalibela. It is known by Ashenda throughout Tigray, “Shadey” in Wag Hemra and by “Solel” in Raya Kobo.

It is an event most yearned by girls. Young girls dressed in beautiful traditional outfits and in small groups, go from house to house singing and dancing.  These lovely girls putting on their best apparel and personality celebrate the occasion continuously for three days.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Sight seeing in Addis Ababa
  • Attending the main Ashenda celebration of the festival in Mekelle
  • Experiencing the country side version of Ashenda in rural Tigray
  • Visiting the rock hewn churches of Tigray

Itinerary

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August 22

Arrivals at Bole international Air port Meet and Greet service will be offered by Destegna Ethiopia tour representative and be transferred to your hotel. City tour in Addis Ababa depends on your arrival time, if the arrival time is in early hours there will city tour or it will be at the end of the tour. Overnight – Hotel Addis Ababa.

August 23

Fly Addis – Mekele. Attend the main celebration of the festival. Overnight – desta international Hotel – Mekele

August 23

Drive from Mekele to remote area of Tigray to experience the country side culture and people OF Tigray and the rock hewn churches of Tigray en route. Overnight - desta international Hotel – Mekele

August 24

Today is the last day of the carnival.Fly back to Addis Ababa in the afternoon and departure.

Included/Excluded

  • Specialized tour guide
  • Private Transport
  • Entrance fees
  • Box lunch water, Fruits and Soft drinks
  • Additional Services
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Services which are not mentioned
  • Laundry Services

Tour's Location

Created with Sketch. Mekelle, Ethiopia

FAQs

When and where does the tour end?
Your tour will conclude in Addis Ababa on the fourth day of the trip. There are no activities planned at the end of the day so you're free to depart at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to give yourself time to fully experience the wonders of this iconic city!
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