Eritrea is a northeast African country on the Red Sea coast. It shares borders with Ethiopia, Sudan and Djibouti. The capital city, Asmara, is known for its Italian colonial buildings, like St. Joseph’s Cathedral, as well as art deco structures. Italian, Egyptian and Turkish architecture in Massawa reflect the port city’s colorful history. Notable buildings here include St. Mariam Cathedral and the Imperial Palace
Day 01: Arrival to Asmara. Meet, Assist and Transfer to hotel (Overnight Asmara)
Upon arrival at Asmara International Airport, you will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel.
Day 02: Asmara city tour (Overnight Asmara)
Visit Asmara, the city called as ‘Piccola Roma’ (Little Rome) and observe its most shining collection of Art Deco (A style of design, marked by stylized forms and geometric designs, which was popular in the 1920s and 1930s) architectural wonders portrayed in many of its buildings such as:The Roman Catholic cathedral, St Mary Coptic church, Al Khulafa al Rashedin, Market [vegetable, spices, souvenir, Medeber (recycling depot)], National Museum, Fiat Tagliero building, Tank graveyard etc.
Day 03: Asmara- Filfil- Massawa (Overnight Massawa)
Drive from Asmara via a zigzag road to Keren- one of Eritrea’s most attractive towns. As time allows, visit the charming town of Keren which was once favorite resort for European visitors because of the temperate climate and fertile soil, and a place where the decisive battles of WWII carried out between the British and the Italians.
Some of the things to see in Keren include: the famous Mariam Dearit inside a Baobab, the British and Italian cemeteries of World War II, the old Railway Station from 1930’s, the 19th century Tigu Egyptian Fort and St. Antony Romanesque Church and the old Mosque.
Day 04: Ancient Port of Adulis, the Gulf of Zula (Overnight Camping)
Drive from Massawa to ancient port of Adulis and the Gulf of Zula.
The epic adventure starts from Massawa. Striking and diversified topographies, punctuated by scenic bays and inlet to the Red Sea, abundant bird and wildlife, spectacular views and refreshing coastline are part of this terrain. Heading South of Massawa, you come across Emba Gedem (Mount Gedem – a mountain chain rising 1000m above sea level and stretching some 30km) – home to acacia woodland, and Ostriches, Gazelles, terrestrial and marine birds.
The town of Foro is situated at the ending of the mountain range. Visit ancient port of Adulis and the Gulf of Zula, located some 6km from Foro. The village of Erafaile, popular for its hot spring, lies at the end of the Gulf of Zula.
Travel further to Denakil Desert along the coastline further to Gelalo.
Day 05: Buri Peninsula (Overnight Camping)
Drive to Buri Peninsula, situated on the Danakil east of the Gulf of Zula renowned for its volcanoes and wildlife.
Visit the Buri Peninsula that noted for its spectacular landscape of semi desert and Acacia woodlands with basaltic lava flow, while the shorelines dotted with mangrove forest dominated by Avicinnia marina, an important breeding ground for fish and crustaceans. It is also home a number of wild life species such as a high population of the endangered African wild ass, Dorcas and summering gazelles, ostrich, jackals and others.
Day 06: Massawa (Overnight Massawa)
Travel from Gelalo back to Massawa
Day 07: Sightseeing of the Port City of Massawa (Overnight Massawa)
In the morning, visit the port city of Massawa – City of islands and the ‘Pearl of the Red Sea’, a city which for centuries has been one of the region’s most important ports.
With its exquisite Turkish-style architecture and shopping arcades, beautiful mosques and delicious sea food, Massawa is the perfect destination to cater for all tastes. In addition to the city’s attractions, pristine beaches and enjoyable swimming are available just a short distance from the city center.
Visit the colorful Rashaida tribes the last Semetic people to arrive in Eritrea.
The magnificent Rashaida women are known for their black and red geometrically patterned dresses, their long and heavy veil – burga – elaborately embroiled with silver threads, beads and sometimes seed peals.
Day 08: Massawa – Ghindae – Asmara (Overnight Asmara)
Drive back from Massawa enjoying the spectacular scenery of peaks and valleys all the way to Asmara.
Day 09: Free day in Asmara. Transfer to airport for Departure.
| Place | Night (s) | Hotels |
| Asmara | 02 | Hotel Asmara Palace |
| Massawa | 02 | Massawa Guest House |
| Gulf of Zula | 01 | Camp |
| Buri Penensula | 01 | Camp |
| Massawa | 01 | Massawa Guest House |
| Asmara | 01 | Hotel Asmara Palace |
- Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
- Meet to attend airports / hotels by our office representative.
- 08 nights in accommodation as per the program.
- Daily breakfast, Lunch
- Daily breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in camp
- Guide Services ( English language )
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
- All taxes.
• International flights
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tipping.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Accommodation in good hotels.
• Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
• Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
• In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
