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2-Day Minya Tour from Cairo: Amarna, Beni Hasan & Tuna El-Gebel

Location Cairo, Egypt
$559
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The 2-Day Minya Tour from Cairo offers an exclusive journey through some of Egypt’s hidden archaeological gems. This fully private experience ensures comfort and personalized service as you explore the treasures of Middle Egypt.

  • 🚌 Early morning pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by a private driver and Egyptologist guide.
  • 🏨 1-night accommodation in a 2 or 3-star hotel in Minya, including breakfast for a restful stay.
  • 🚐 Travel in style with private air-conditioned transportation throughout the journey.
  • 🏺 Visit Tuna El-Gebel, famous for its Greco-Roman tombs and the Sacred Animal Necropolis.
  • ⏳ Enjoy a flexible pacing throughout the tour, allowing for personalized exploration.
  • 📜 Discover Tel El-Amarna, the ancient capital built by Pharaoh Akhenaten, and its historical significance.
  • 🎨 Explore the beautifully decorated rock-cut tombs at Beni Hasan, depicting daily life in ancient Egypt.
  • 💧 Stay hydrated with complimentary bottled water provided during the tour.
  • 🍽️ Lunch and dinner options are available, ensuring you don't go hungry during your explorations.
  • 👶 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making it family-friendly.

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2-Day Minya Tour from Cairo: Amarna, Beni Hasan & Tuna El-Gebel
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 days

  • Entrance fees to all mentioned archaeological sites
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo and Giza (additional areas included at no extra cost)
  • 1-night accommodation in a 3- or 4-star hotel in Minya
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Private professional Egyptologist tour guide
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Gratuities (tips for guide and driver)

  • Beni Hassan
    Visit Beni Hassan, one of Egypt’s most important archaeological sites from the Middle Kingdom, located on the eastern bank of the Nile. The site is famous for its rock-cut tombs belonging to governors, officials, and nobles who ruled the region during Egypt’s Middle Kingdom. Step inside the beautifully decorated tombs and admire colorful scenes showing ancient Egyptian daily life, agriculture, hunting, fishing, wrestling, sports, music, and military training. The detailed paintings provide a fascinating glimpse into the customs, occupations, and traditions of ancient Egypt. From the hillside, enjoy impressive views across the Nile Valley and surrounding landscape. Beni Hassan offers a unique opportunity to discover an important chapter of Egyptian history away from the more crowded archaeological sites of Cairo and Luxor.
  • Tuna el-Gebel
    Explore Tuna El-Gebel, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Minya and the ancient necropolis associated with Hermopolis. Visit the remarkable underground catacombs and ancient tombs, including the Tomb of Petosiris, known for its distinctive combination of Egyptian and Greek artistic traditions, and the Tomb of Isadora. Discover the religious beliefs, funerary traditions, and sacred animals connected with the ancient city of Hermopolis. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the history and significance of the monuments as you explore this unique archaeological site, offering a fascinating insight into the cultural heritage of Middle Egypt.
  • Tell el-Amarna
    Explore Tell El-Amarna, the ancient city of Akhetaten founded by Pharaoh Akhenaten during Egypt’s 18th Dynasty. Visit the archaeological remains of the city that became the center of Akhenaten’s worship of the Aten, including ancient temples, palaces, residential areas, and the royal and noble tombs carved into the surrounding cliffs. Learn about the remarkable changes in religion, art, architecture, and daily life introduced during the Amarna Period. With your Egyptologist guide, discover the history of one of ancient Egypt’s most unusual and important royal cities while exploring its archaeological remains and the surrounding desert landscape.
  • Visit the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, located in the remote eastern cliffs of Amarna and built for the pharaoh who founded the city of Akhetaten. Walk through the rock-cut passageways and chambers and discover the surviving reliefs and decorations connected with Akhenaten, Queen Nefertiti, and their royal family. The tomb offers a fascinating insight into the distinctive beliefs and artistic style of the Amarna Period. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the history of Akhenaten, his worship of the Aten, and the significance of this unusual royal burial place.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Remaining hours id for lunch and transportation.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Infant meals not included
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • No accommodation
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    2-Day Minya Tour from Cairo: Amarna, Beni Hasan & Tuna El-Gebel

    Location Cairo, Egypt
    $559
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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