Title: Ethiopia Holidays 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Ethiopia Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ethiopia.dx56)[Ethiopia Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Ethiopia.d56.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Ethiopia](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Ethiopia.d56.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Ethiopia Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Ethiopia.d56.Flight-Destinations)[Ethiopia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Ethiopia.d56.Car-Hire-Destinations) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/56/e32d6305-82e4-4711-b76d-30d6a1aa9a1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Ethiopia Holidays ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ### Your Ethiopia Holiday When it's time for your next exciting adventure, our Ethiopia holiday packages are the answer. If you're heading to Addis Ababa, history and culture are among the things that make this city so special. With so many things to see on a trip to Ethiopia, it can be hard to know where to begin. Kick off your travels in [Addis Ababa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.d289.Destination-Travel-Guides) at African Union Headquarters and Edna Mall — two leading attractions here. Another city to add to your itinerary is [Awassa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awassa.d6345909.Destination-Travel-Guides). Don't miss Lake Awasa and Fish Market. When you're ready to stop daydreaming and start doing, Expedia will help turn your Ethiopia holiday into a reality. ## Top destinations in Ethiopia ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f6bdf4f383aa1e84394998f835258de3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Addis Ababa [](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.d289.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/64a7f975798fb3d622934e4749793928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Lalibela [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lalibela.d2093.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/57f65a302376e04a7ba87910123ba266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Bahir Dar [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahir-Dar.d596.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7c63130e1bc13bb317de7f2628b1368e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Harar [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harar.d3000471189.Holidays-City-Breaks) ## Top Ethiopia Flight + Hotel Deals Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Vamos Addis Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42360000/42354300/42354237/1ab4fdab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Vamos Addis Hotel Bole £568 per person 1 Mar - 8 Mar found 24 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD) 8.2/10 Very Good! (17 reviews) I really loved this place. It was affordable, clean and everyone was really nice Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025 ![Hotel Lobelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8260000/8257300/8257232/55126cb7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Lobelia Bole £583 per person 1 Mar - 8 Mar found 24 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD) 8.2/10 Very Good! (613 reviews) Nice area, convenient to Bol airport, the breakfast is amazing, theres a coffee shop downstairs and near the Abyssina restaurant. Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025 ![Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3809900/3809827/d4f7ed15_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Jupiter International Hotel Cazanchis Kirkos £744 per person 1 Mar - 8 Mar found 24 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD) 8.4/10 Very Good! (248 reviews) Excellent service oriented staff Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 ![Hayes Hotel Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89360000/89352400/89352378/7c6eedc7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hayes Hotel Addis Ababa Bole £619 per person 1 Mar - 8 Mar found 24 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD) 8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews) Great Hotel property. Around it things are Beginning to build up but not the best location at the present. Room was good, bed a bit hard but still ok for sleeping. A small thing is I ask Room service for 3 days for a coke or Pepsi. They never had. All they had was Miranda or Schweppes. For the price it's the best I have stayed at in Addis and I've been going regularly for over 15 years. I will stay there again. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2024 ![Friendship International Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6620000/6614000/6613952/2684e5c9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Friendship International Hotel Bole £593 per person 1 Mar - 8 Mar found 24 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Addis Ababa (ADD) 6.8/10 (122 reviews) The hotel offers a comfortable and inviting stay, with beautiful furniture and a well-designed bathroom that add to its charm. While the rooms are already appealing, they could benefit from some regular preventative maintenance to maintain their top-notch quality. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the food is delicious, making for a delightful experience. Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025 ## Ethiopia Holiday Ethiopia is a deeply religious land, home to age-old sites of worship that continue to inspire and amaze. Sitting on the Horn of Africa, this spectacular country is home to diverse landscapes, mouthwatering cuisine and incredible wildlife. ### Ethiopia Hotel + Flights If you want to save money on your big adventure, bundle your hotel and flights. You can also add car rental and experiences to your Ethiopia Holiday Package. Want to learn how to cook Ethiopia’s national food, injera — a spongy flatbread used to scoop up meats and stews? Join a food tour in Addis Ababa with the money you save. ### Your Ethiopia Holiday Itinerary - Day 1-2: Touchdown in the national capital at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Deepen your understanding of this fascinating country at the Ethnological Museum and the National Museum. Visit traditional eateries to sample some delicious Ethiopean cuisine like doro wat, a spicy chicken stew. - Day 3-4: Hop on a flight to Gondar, a magical city often referred to as the “Camelot of Africa”. Once you lay eyes on the Royal Enclosure, the remains of a fortress city full of castles and palaces, you’ll know why. Be sure to also check out the intricately painted interior of Debre Berhan Selassie church. - Day 5: From Gondar, it’s a short flight to Lalibela. This place is famous for its rock-hewn churches that date back to the 12-13th century. Marvel at the craftsmanship of Biete Medhane Alem and Biete Ghiorgis — and don’t forget your camera! ### Ethiopia Information - Head to Gondar and celebrate Timkat, a three-day festival that starts January 19\. Colourful processions, singing, dancing and interesting religious rituals make this a popular event with tourists. - Spending time in the national capital? Our [Addis Ababa Holiday Packages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa.d289.Holidays-City-Breaks) are what you’re looking for. ## Ethiopia Essential Information | Language | Amharic | | --------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Currency | Ethiopian birrs | | Closest Airport | Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) | | Population | 104,957,400 | | Top Sights | [Lake Bishoftu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Bishoftu-Addis-Ababa.d553248621532405580.Attraction), [Lake Tana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tana-Bahir-Dar.d6111968.Attraction) and [Sheger Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheger-Park-Addis-Ababa.d553248635472601382.Attraction) | ## Top hotels in Ethiopia ![Ethiopian Skylight Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33900000/33897600/33897587/cbc1620e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Bole International Airport Addis Ababa Addis Ababa Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £132 12 Dec - 13 Dec includes taxes & fees 8.4/10 Very Good! (448 reviews) Friendly staff, great gym. Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=13%2F12%2F2025&selected=33897587&PinnedHotelID=33897587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=56) ![Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11940000/11934400/11934317/46ed6e6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa Block No 14 Bole Road Addis Ababa £61 19 Dec - 20 Dec includes taxes & fees 8.8/10 Excellent! (460 reviews) The staff was friendly and helpful. Eden, Mulu and Dawit were always willing to help any way they could. The room was clean with a large restroom and shower. The breakfast was good but it is very expensive to book online. It is good but not worth $30. Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=20%2F12%2F2025&selected=11934317&PinnedHotelID=11934317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=56) ![Skylight In-Terminal Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74280000/74273600/74273595/a75e81c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skylight In-Terminal Hotel Addis Ababa bole international airport Addis Ababa Addis Ababa £129 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees 8/10 Very Good! (193 reviews) Everything was amazing Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=10%2F01%2F2026&selected=74273595&PinnedHotelID=74273595&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=56) [See all 676 properties in Ethiopia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=11%2F12%2F2025&endDate=12%2F12%2F2025®ionId=56) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Paying in easy monthly instalments will make your holiday dreams possible. > - [No-deposit holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vacations/no-deposit-holidays): When you want to grab an unbeatable deal but your budget doesn't quite go that far, Klarna's no-deposit holiday plan will allow you to Book Now, Pay Later to get what you want. ### Can I choose my airline with an Ethiopia Expedia holiday? ### Popular places to visit ![Entoto Maryam Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/55691cbe712d6c82e3971fa5bff6bee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Entoto Maryam Church 3/5(1 review) Entoto Maryam Church is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Entoto-Maryam-Church-Addis-Ababa.d553248621532481969.Attraction) ![Holy Trinity Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/17146bd8084ae83daa46fe247a8d25a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Holy Trinity Cathedral 4/5(9 reviews) After visiting Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Holy-Trinity-Cathedral-Arada.d6111948.Attraction) #### Edna Mall 3.5/5(16 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Edna Mall during your trip to Addis Ababa. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edna-Mall-Bole.d553248634316471010.Attraction) \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.