Discover Eritrea – 7 Days

After breakfast enjoy a tour of Asmara. Attractions include visits to the National Museum, the Cathedral, the Coptic Church of St. Mary, the Khulafa al Rashedin, the local market for souvenir shopping, and a curious monument to Alexander Pushkin, one of Russia’s greatest poets.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Hotel Asmara Palace or Similar

After breakfast drive to Keren, a town set on a high plateau surrounded by dusty mountains. One of the country’s most attractive towns, Keren is also the heart of Eritrea’s agricultural community. During your trip visit Keren’s popular markets, including one for livestock and camels, which attracts traders from far around.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Sarina Hotel or Similar

After breakfast drive to the city of Massawa. En route you will travel through the Fill, home of the last remnants of Eritrea’s tropical forest. The area is particularly noted for its bird watching opportunities. The rainforest is part of a larger region known as the Semenawi-Bahri, a hilly region that slopes downward to the coastal plains.
Not only is the area full of rare species of ora and fauna, but the snaking road recently built through the region’s mountains in 2005 affords view after view of breathtaking scenery.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Red Sea Hotel or Similar

After breakfast experience a tour of Massawa, a city composed of a series of island and immersed in the history of a number of different kingdoms. Once named the ‘Pearl of the Red Sea’, Massawa has been has been one of the region’s most important ports for centuries. With its exquisite Turkish-style architecture and shopping arcades, beautiful mosques and delicious seafood, Massawa is the perfect destination for the adventurous traveler. In addition to the city’s many attractions, it also offers pristine beaches and world-class swimming only short distance from the city center.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight at Red Sea Hotel or Similar

After breakfast, enjoy a pleasant return drive to Asmara with a stop in the town of Mendefera. Dominated by hills on both sides of its main road, the town offers beautiful views of natural scenery. You will arrive in Asmara later in the day.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight at Hotel Asmara Palace or Similar

Day at leisure; transfer to airport for your onward flight.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast