{"id":51688,"date":"2024-09-24T13:42:51","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T11:42:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/?p=51688"},"modified":"2026-04-20T15:29:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T13:29:51","slug":"eritrea-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/eritrea-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Eritrea in a 11-day itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/thumbnail.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/thumbnail.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/thumbnail.jpg\" alt class=\"wp-image-51759\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group atc-info-box is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center m-0 has-white-color has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><strong>Wanna travel to <\/strong>Eritrea<strong> with Against the Compass?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns px-5 mb-0 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/body-category-eritrea.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/body-category-eritrea.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/body-category-eritrea.jpg\" alt class=\"wp-image-23619\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Join a group of like-minded travelers in our next scheduled tour in Eritrea on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-atc-primary-green-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>November 10th to 17th, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-background has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/eritrea-classic-itinerary\/\" style=\"border-radius:0px;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This itinerary covers pretty much everywhere you can possibly visit in Eritrea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the exception of the Dahlak Islands, anywhere not covered in this Eritrea itinerary is typically restricted or off limits to tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please also remember that this itinerary is aimed at independent backpackers who are traveling by public transport, and like to take things relatively slowly although you could easily complete this itinerary much quicker, assuming you are traveling by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, on our Eritrea Expeditions, we manage to squeeze this itinerary in only 8 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/destinations\/eritrea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>upcoming tours to Eritrea<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\">For travel tips, info on visas, etc., don\u2019t forget to read our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-eritrea\/\">travel guide to Eritrea<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-1-685x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-1-685x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-1-685x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Eritrea Itinerary\" class=\"wp-image-51712\" style=\"width:398px;height:auto\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In this Eritrea travel itinerary, you will find:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group table-of-contents is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><p class=\"table-of-contents__title\" style=\"font-size:20px\">Table of Contents<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#tips-for-egypt\">Itinerary<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Map<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3\">How to plan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Day 1 &amp; 2 &#8211; Asmara<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Day 3 &#8211; Journey to Keren<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#6\">Day 4 &#8211; Keren<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Day 5 &#8211; Back to Asmara<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Day 6 &#8211; Journey to Massawa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#9\">Day 7 &#8211; Massawa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#10\">Day 8 &#8211; Back to Asmara<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#11\">Day 9 &#8211; Decamhare and Senafe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#12\">Day 10 &#8211; Qohaito and back to Asmara<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#13\">Day 11 &#8211; Asmara and departure<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#14\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#all-my-articles-on-egypt\">More information<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group atc-info-box is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center m-0 has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fe9900\">our recommended travel insurance for Eritrea<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=eritrea_itinerary_en_text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">IATI Insurance<\/a><\/strong> is one of the very few that covers travel in Eritrea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=eritrea_itinerary_en_text\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#fe9900;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">GET 5% DISCOUNT HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\">Places to visit in Eritrea with a 11-day itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3b272a6f096382d44e07d592ca52846e\" id=\"2\">Map of the things to do in Eritrea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are my recommended places to visit in Eritrea, and the most common travel itinerary we use for our expeditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1VrHhm6CWiRnE5rZLIn9bmv_eeIl_1Lk&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\">How to plan your itinerary for Eritrea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As you may know, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-asmara\/\">Asmara<\/a><\/strong> is located in the center of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the only way of traveling to Eritrea is by flying in, your trip will always start and end in Asmara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, you\u2019ll always have to come back to the capital before heading in any other direction, as there\u2019s no direct transportation from Keren to Massawa. Instead, you will need to stop in Asmara, and most likely spend the night there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, Asmara is a pretty cool city and the best place to visit in Eritrea, so heading back there every other day isn\u2019t something you will regret.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to check our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-eritrea\/\">travel guide to Eritrea<\/a><\/strong> for all the practical information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-do-in-Eritrea-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-do-in-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-do-in-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"what to do in Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51714\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I genuinely think Asmara is an awesome city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\">Day 1, 2 &#8211; Arrival and Asmara visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In my experience, Asmara was without a doubt the highlight of my trip to Eritrea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike many other sub-saharan African capitals, this is such a charming, peaceful city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no traffic, it\u2019s not crowded, and it\u2019s very pedestrian friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city was entirely built by the Italians in the 1920s and everything has been beautifully preserved, meaning it\u2019s a very beautiful city as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/best-things-to-do-in-eritrea-1024x783.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/best-things-to-do-in-eritrea-1024x783.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/best-things-to-do-in-eritrea-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"best things to do in eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51716\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fiat Tagliero building in Asmara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The best thing you can do in Asmara is hang out in the different caf\u00e9s over a macchiato, search for delicious Italian food and check out the various art deco buildings dotted across the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about Asmara, read: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-asmara\/\">Things to do in Asmara<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Asmara<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Budget:<\/strong> African Village<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget-Mid-range:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Top+Five+Hotel\/@15.3332672,38.9418581,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x166df256bd20b087:0x4708c4da0322f415!8m2!3d15.3332672!4d38.9418581!16s%2Fg%2F1tf7jyk_?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Top Five Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-range: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/%E1%88%B0%E1%8A%95%E1%88%BB%E1%8B%AD%E1%8A%95+%E1%88%86%E1%89%B4%E1%88%8D+Sunshine\/@15.3316011,38.9311914,17z\/data=!4m9!3m8!1s0x166df24f96ecd9af:0x466229f558a2bce5!5m2!4m1!1i2!8m2!3d15.3315959!4d38.9337663!16s%2Fg%2F1tgyn5qb?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sunshine<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-highlight-768x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-highlight-768x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51718\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-highlight-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"eritrea highlight\" class=\"wp-image-51718\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cinema Imperio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/traditional-Eritrea-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/traditional-Eritrea-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51720\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/traditional-Eritrea-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"traditional Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51720\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">traditional suburbs of Asmara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\">Day 3 &#8211; Journey to Keren<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The journey from Asmara to Keren takes around 3-4 hours by bus, but it can take even longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bus station in Asmara is <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QHEoccvsbZ4cVdir6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>located here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to get there early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/road-Asmara-to-Keren-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/road-Asmara-to-Keren-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/road-Asmara-to-Keren-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"road Asmara to Keren\" class=\"wp-image-51722\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">traditional village on the way to Keren<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">Day 4 &#8211; Keren<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Predominantly a Muslim city, Keren, the capital of Anseba region, has a sort of Middle Eastern feel, or Sudanese, but what is obvious is that this is a completely different world from Asmara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keren is a super traditional city, where you&#8217;re likely to find more donkeys and camels than cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best day to visit Keren is during the weekly animal market, a lively market in which Eritreans from all over the Anseba region come to buy and sell livestock, from camels to massive bulls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\">The animal market takes places every Monday from 7am to 3pm, so plan your trip accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Keren-animal-market-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Keren-animal-market-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Keren-animal-market-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Keren animal market\" class=\"wp-image-51724\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Keren animal market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Keren<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Animal market: <\/strong>As already mentioned, only on Mondays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Italian and British cemeteries:<\/strong> Keren witnessed a fierce battle during WWII, at which the Italian troops were defeated by the British forces and Eritrea fell under UK control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Former Eritrean Railway Keren Station:<\/strong> A vintage train station, today partially abandoned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Keren<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Budget: Sicilia Hotel<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-range: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Keren+Hotel\/@15.7794554,38.4535051,16.56z\/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x1671ee7196e452ed:0x7de684205630484f!8m2!3d15.7808291!4d38.4576297!16s%2Fg%2F11gzb1kn0?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Keren Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best mid-range: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Sarina+Hotel\/@15.7746806,38.4739857,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m9!3m8!1s0x1671ee100d906233:0x7375de2ad2605de!5m2!4m1!1i2!8m2!3d15.7746806!4d38.4739857!16s%2Fg%2F1yfdpbmwd?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sarina Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-visit-in-Eritrea-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-visit-in-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/what-to-visit-in-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"what to visit in Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51726\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Life in Keren<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\">Day 5 &#8211; Return to Asmara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The distance isn\u2019t that far, only 90 km but it does take a while, as per usual in this part of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\">Day 6 &#8211; Drive to Massawa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, distances are relatively short, but it can take ages for the bus to get to Massawa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to be at the bus station early in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/train-in-Eritrea-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/train-in-Eritrea-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/train-in-Eritrea-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"train in Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51728\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">road to Massawa, can you see the train bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9\">Day 7 &#8211; Massawa and Foro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Massawa was one of the cities most affected by the war and it is here that you realize the severity of the problems the country faces, as it&#8217;s been decades since the end of the war yet most buildings are still in ruins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ruled by the Ottomans and then the Egyptians, Massawa has a very different from vibe from anywhere else you have been to in Eritrea, not only in the architecture but also in the atmosphere, as the humid and ridiculously hot weather of this region has made life extremely slow and laid-back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/things-to-do-in-Massawa-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/things-to-do-in-Massawa-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/things-to-do-in-Massawa-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in Massawa\" class=\"wp-image-51730\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This used to be Banco di Roma<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to see in Massawa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Former Italian Bank<\/strong> &#8211; An old Italian building, today in ruins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Imperial Palace<\/strong> &#8211; A stunning building which served as the winter residence of Haile Selassie, the emperor of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-ethiopia\/\">Ethiopia<\/a><\/strong> from 1930 to 1974.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Old City<\/strong> &#8211; Check out all the Ottoman buildings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try the local fish<\/strong> &#8211; There are many fish restaurants here and I recommend you try Selam Fish Restaurant, a really authentic place where you pick which fish you want to eat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/visit-Massawa-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/visit-Massawa-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/visit-Massawa-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"visit Massawa\" class=\"wp-image-51732\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crumbled building in Massawa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day trip to Foro<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Foro is a small town located 50km south of Massawa and pretty much the gateway to the inhospitable and infamous Afar region and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/danakil-depression-tour\/\">Danakil Depression<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main reason to come to Foro is for the ruins of Adulis, the most important ancient port of the Axumite Empire, an ancient civilization that ruled in Eritrea and northern Ethiopia for 800 years, from 1st to the 10th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ruins are a couple of kilometers from Foro, but guess what?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I didn&#8217;t visit the ruins.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn&#8217;t visit them for the simple reason that it was market day (Thursday) and people from all over the region head to the market, including many Afar and Soho, so I chose to enjoy that unique, super offbeat place instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any case, I&#8217;m not a big fan of visiting ruins and, apparently, the site is very much destroyed, so unless you know the history, it would need a lot of imagination to enjoy the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\">My recommendation: if you&#8217;re visiting Massawa on a Thursday, go to Foro in the morning, and visit Massawa in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Foro-Eritrea-1024x684.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Foro-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Foro-Eritrea-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Foro, Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51734\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The market of Foro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Massawa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Budget: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Luna+Hotel\/@15.6060402,39.4682902,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!3m9!1s0x16728d99cb4b9177:0xd5389212c30c9db6!5m3!1s2024-09-09!4m1!1i2!8m2!3d15.6060402!4d39.4682902!16s%2Fg%2F11c58x0pfm?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Luna Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-range: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Dahlak+Hotel\/@15.6085063,39.4664825,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!3m9!1s0x16728d99065ce3ab:0xcef71d018243d528!5m3!1s2024-09-09!4m1!1i2!8m2!3d15.6085011!4d39.4690574!16s%2Fg%2F1tgkkjtp?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dahlak Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10\">Day 8 &#8211; Back to Asmara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Back to the capital, as per usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11\">Day 9 &#8211; Decamhare and Senafe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\"><strong>Warning<\/strong>! This part of Eritrea can be challenging without your own wheels. You can travel to Decamhare and Senafe easily but for the rest of the places, a car is a must. Hitchhiking may be an option too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting Decamhare<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Decamhare is a town southeast of Asmara that served as the industrial hub for Italian Eritrea. At its peak in 1938, almost half of the town\u2019s inhabitants were Italian citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is known for its vineyards and flour mills and, despite considerable fighting in the War of Independence, Decamhare still has significant examples of colonial architecture, along with a few vintage caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-vintage-1024x838.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-vintage-1024x838.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/eritrea-vintage-1024x838.jpg\" alt=\"eritrea vintage\" class=\"wp-image-51736\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A very vintage bar in Decamhare<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit Decamhare in 1 or 2 hours. However, covering both Decamhare and Senafe by public transportation in one day can prove difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\"><strong>The Valley of Sycamores<\/strong><br>Between Decamhare and Senafe, there is a valley of massive sycamore trees, definitely worth checking. The valley however, is located off-road and quite far from the main road, so once again, a car is much needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/sycamore-eritrea-1024x682.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/sycamore-eritrea-1024x682.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/sycamore-eritrea-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"sycamore eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51738\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The valley of Sycamores in Eritrea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting Senafe<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m not sure if there are direct buses from Decamhare to Senafe. I presume there are, although probably not many. Worst case scenario, you should easily be able to find direct transportation from Asmara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Senafe-Eritrea-1024x683.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Senafe-Eritrea-1024x683.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Senafe-Eritrea-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Senafe, Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51740\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The city of Senafe in Eritrea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Senafe itself is not super exciting but since not many travelers go there, the locals are always curious and surprised to meet foreigners. That was the highlight for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another highlight is <a href=\"https:\/\/shabait.com\/2019\/02\/16\/in-the-shadow-of-emba-matara\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Emba Metara<\/strong><\/a>, a small mountain with a giant cross on top, which I strongly recommend you climb. The views are amazing. The last section of the climb is quite challenging, you\u2019ll actually need the help of a cable which is attached to a spike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On your way to the top, you are likely to be followed by loads of kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Senafe<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is only one very, very basic guest house in the center of town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Emba-Metara-Eritrea-683x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Emba-Metara-Eritrea-683x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51742\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Emba-Metara-Eritrea-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Emba Metara Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51742\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Climbing Emba Metara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/top-things-in-Eritrea-768x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/top-things-in-Eritrea-768x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51744\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/top-things-in-Eritrea-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"top things in Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51744\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">the top of Emba Metara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12\">Day 10 &#8211; Qohaito<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I don\u2019t think there&#8217;s any public transportation to Qohaito, but if you do manage to get there either by hitchhiking or taxi, note that Qohaito is a plateau where we find a 2500-year-old pre-Axumite archaeological site, the most important in Eritrea after Adulis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This site is on the <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/tentativelists\/5600\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>UNESCO tentative list<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned before, I&#8217;m not a big fan of archaeological sites, so I didn\u2019t find Qohaito particularly exciting. However, the plateau is located right on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, giving you absolutely awesome views of the canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth mentioning that in this area, you are likely to meet people from the Soho tribe, a Muslim ethnic group that claims to have descended from Arabs, and a group of pastoralists who live a traditional life unaffected by modern changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, there\u2019s some very cool ancient rock art somewhere down the valley, but you\u2019ll have to ask for directions around the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, it\u2019s time to try to get back to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-asmara\/\">Asmara<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Saho-people-Eritrea-768x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Saho-people-Eritrea-768x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51748\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Saho-people-Eritrea-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Saho people Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51748\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Saho woman in Qohaito<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/rock-art-Eritrea-681x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/rock-art-Eritrea-681x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"51746\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/rock-art-Eritrea-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rock art Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51746\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rock art in Qohaito<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13\">Day 11 &#8211; Departure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This itinerary comes to an end on the 11th day of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that this is the same Eritrea itinerary we offer on our expeditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Future expeditions to Eritrea are scheduled on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>May 20th to 27th, 2026 \u2013\u00a0<strong>SOLD OUT<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>November 10th to 17th, 2026 \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/eritrea-classic-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>January 18th to 26th, 2027 \u2013&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/tours\/eritrea-expedition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLY NOW<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-atc-primary-green-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditions.againstthecompass.com\/destinations\/eritrea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR E<\/strong>RITREA<strong> TOURS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14\">\u2757 More information for traveling to Eritrea and the Horn of Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2b8f2b\">\ud83d\udce2 In my <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-resources\/\"><strong>Travel Resources Page<\/strong><\/a> you can find the list of all the sites and services I use to book hotels, tours, travel insurance and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A guide and article for traveling in Eritrea destination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-asmara\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Asmara Travel Guide<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-eritrea\/\">Eritrea Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel Itineraries to other countries in Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/sudan-travel-guide-backpacking\/\">Travel Guide to Sudan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/traveling-egypt-itinerary\/\">Egypt Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-libya\/\">Libya Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/mali-itinerary\/\">Mali Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/mauritania-itinerary\/\">Mauritania Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">Tunisia Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/somaliland-itinerary\/\">Somaliland Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also like our <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/haiti-itinerary\/\"><strong>Haiti Itinerary<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-2-685x1024.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-2-685x1024.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pinterest-2-685x1024.jpg\" alt=\"places to visit in Eritrea\" class=\"wp-image-51750\" style=\"width:448px;height:auto\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wanna travel to Eritrea with Against the Compass? 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