Duration
5 days
Max Group Size
35
Tour Code
ER9/DT/5
Tour Type
Request as group tour
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
English, Italian
Physical level
easy
Asmara
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Asmara
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Tour Overview
Indulge in a captivating 5-day experience, savoring the best of Eritrea in Asmara and Massawa. Immerse yourself in Asmara’s vibrant culture, exploring its charming streets and iconic landmarks. Then, journey to Massawa, delving into its rich history and coastal allure. Discover the essence of Eritrea on this tantalizing 5-day tour, a true taste of the country’s wonders.
Highlights
- Asmara, the city that boasts one of the world’s finest collections of early 20th-century architecture – with UNESCO awarding it World Heritage Site status.
- Sturdy and tenacious, like Eritreans themselves, Massawa City has survived throughout the centuries, this old port city preserves an ensemble of wonderful Ottoman architecture and gorgeous colonial building.
Itinerary
ASMARA
At your arrival at the Asmara International Airport, after processing custom formalities you will be transferred at your hotel.
In the afternoon you will start with the discovery of Asmara. A guided tour will lead you to the most interesting and unusual places that Asmara, UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers. From October to March Asmara is an explosion of jacarande, ibiscus and cascades of buganville. The beauty of Asmara is not finished here …………. you’ll realize it in person.
Overnight in Asmara, Crystal hotel or similar.
Bed & Breakfast
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ASMARA – MASSAWA
Departure to Massawa, in just 100 km the road, that from Asmara brings to the beach of Massawa, descend to 2450 metres.
Along the way you will meet the towns of Nefasit, Embatcalla, Ghinda, Dongollo Alto and lastly Dongollo Basso famous for its mineral waters.
Finally, we arrive in sight of the sea! The two attractive islands that make up Massawa are called Taulud and Massawa, and both are connected to the mainland by earthworks that act as bridges.
Overnight in Massawa, Grand Dahlak Hotel or similar.
Bed & Breakfast
Learn more about Massawa
Free day to spend in Massawa or the beach of Gurgusum, or going to Green island. All those activities are optional and to be paid locally.
The most valuable buildings in Massawa are:
– Shrine of Sahaba – Old City. Small shrine in the site, where, according to legends, the followers of prophet landed in 615 AD. It is believed that this shrine was built back in those times – thus it could be the oldest constructed Islamic shrine in the world, but this is not proved.
– Sheikh Hanafi Mosque – Old City. The oldest mosque in Eritrea, built in the 15th century AD.
– Bazaar– Old City. Fine Ottoman building.
– Imperial Palace – Taulud. Ornate building constructed for French consul Werner Munzinger in 1872 – 1874. Now in ruins.
– Banco d’Italia – Taulud. Gorgeous building, constructed in the 1920s.
Overnight in Massawa, Grand Dahlak Hotel or similar.
Bed & Breakfast
Learn more about Massawa
Free morning to spend in Massawa or the beach of Gurgusum
In the afternoon return to Asmara along the traditional road, always with stops along the way at the most interesting view and places. Leisure time for a walk to discover Asmara by night, maybe sitting in a bar, enjoying an excellent coffee and the quiet and cheerful coming and going of young people and tourists.
Overnight at Asmara, Crystal hotel or similar.
Bed & Breakfast
Learn more about Asmara
ASMARA – DEPARTURE
Free day in Asmara.
At a suitable time for your flight, you will be transferred to the airport.
Trip includes
Included
Two nights in Asmara, B&B accomodation, Crystal Hotel or similar
Two nights in Massawa, B&B, Grand Dahlak Hotel or similar
English/Italian speaking guide, except on free days
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
ItalianTransfer from Asmara to Massawa and return
Welcome at arrival and farewell at departure
Local taxes, tourist permits, entrance fees
Excluded
International or Domestic flights
Meals and drinks
Insurance: All types
Entry visa
Meals and drinks
Tips and gratuities
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Personal expenses
All what is not included in the “Price include”
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