Ethiopia, Djibouti and Eritrea are sadly avoided by many tourists but have a culture and history that should not be left unexplored.

Ethiopia is rich in history, wildlife and cultural traditions that deserve the fame of Egypt. Ethiopia is a rugged, landlocked country split by the Great Rift Valley. With archaeological finds dating back more than 3 million years, it’s a place of ancient culture. Among its important sites are Lalibela with its rock-cut Christian churches from the 12th–13th centuries. The landscape is littered with rock-hewn churches, mighty castles and isolated monasteries. Nature lovers come away with memories of waterfalls, mountains and wildlife.

Djibouti is a blend of African, Arab, Indian and European influences. Djibouti City is a minor port on the Red Sea. On the streets you can see traditionally robed tribesmen, hennaed women, camels and French Legionnaires. Away from the coast, the hinterland is a bizarre treat of weird lunar landscapes and vast salt lakes.

Eritrea is a tiny country with a strong sense of identity sitting on the horn of Africa. Torrid deserts, fertile highlands and arid plains are all part of Eritrea which was a colony of Italy for more than 50 years, evidence can still be seen in the magnificent architecture of the capital, Asmara.

Contact Guidepost Discovery Tours if you plan to visit Ethiopia, Djibouti and Eritrea

Eritrea Discovery Tour

9 Nights - Tours September to April

Overview: Join our small group tour of Eritrea where we will get a fantastic insight to this little visited corner of Africa. This tour allows you to discover the highlights…

Historic Ethiopia Tour

11 Nights - Tours usually April & October

Overview: his tour explores Ethiopia’s historic northern region, a land of ancient monasteries and castles where tradition rules. Starting off in Addis Ababa, we explore its…

Ethiopia - Omo Valley Explorer Tour

11 Nights - This special itinerary has 3 or 4 departures each year. Contact our office for dates.

Overview: Travelling among the eight different tribes of the Omo Valley provides an Africa refreshingly at odds with a safari chic fantasy that’s long promoted the continent…

Ethiopia - Timkat Festival Tour

12 Nights - January each year

Overview: Join us on this small group tour to Ethiopia for the Timkat Festival which is the Ethiopian Orthodox Church’s celebration of Epiphany. Pilgrims travel for days to…