ABOUT US

TRIP BY BIRR

Trip by Birr was created from a simple idea: discovering the world should not require expensive, mass-produced tours organized by large travel companies.

We believe that the true value of travel is not only in visiting famous places, but in experiencing them — understanding their history, meeting local people, and discovering cultures that are still alive.

Many of the world's most famous attractions — such as the Colosseum in Rome or the Taj Mahal in India — welcome millions of visitors every year. Their beauty remains extraordinary, but the scale of tourism often makes it difficult to experience these places in a quiet and personal way.

We want to show places where authentic experiences are still possible.

Ethiopia is one of these places. It is a country of ancient history, remarkable landscapes, unique traditions, and diverse cultures. Compared with many famous tourist destinations, Ethiopia is still visited by relatively few travelers. This means fewer crowds, more peaceful sightseeing, and more opportunities for genuine contact with local communities.

Trip by Birr offers authentic journeys created with local knowledge and experience — without the costs of large international travel companies. By working directly with local partners, we can create meaningful experiences while keeping travel affordable.

Why Trip by Birr?

The Ethiopian birr is more than just a currency. It represents the country where our journeys begin.

We chose this name because we believe that travel should create value for everyone involved — for visitors discovering a new country and for local people who share their knowledge, skills, and culture.

Our goal is simple: to help travelers experience the real Ethiopia while supporting local guides, drivers, and small businesses.

Our local partner in Ethiopia

The person behind our Ethiopian journeys is Kassahun Biset — an Ethiopian tour guide and travel organizer based in Lalibela.

Kassahun holds a Master's degree (MA) and has a tourism business license issued by the Lalibela Tourism Office. For many years, he has been helping travelers from around the world discover Ethiopia — from the famous rock-hewn churches of Lalibela to lesser-known regions of the country.

He has organized journeys for individual travelers, groups, journalists, filmmakers, and researchers. He has guided trips in both northern and southern Ethiopia, working together with local guides, drivers, and service providers in different parts of the country.

Kassahun can arrange complete travel experiences, including transportation, domestic flights, local guides, accommodation, and other services needed to make each journey comfortable and well organized.

For Kassahun, tourism is not only about showing famous attractions. It is about helping visitors discover the real Ethiopia — its people, culture, traditions, and everyday life.

How we travel

We do not create anonymous, mass-market tours. Every journey is designed individually, according to travelers' interests, available time, and budget.

We organize:

• historical and cultural tours,

• trekking experiences,

• journeys beyond the main tourist routes,

• local experiences and community-based travel,

• tailor-made programs for individuals and small groups.

We believe that the best journeys are not only about seeing places.

They are about meeting people.

Welcome to Ethiopia — an authentic country waiting to be discovered.