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Overview
Embark on a full day tour to El Minya and explore the hidden gems of ancient Egypt. Visit the sacred site of Tuna El Gabal, where you can see the remains of the temple dedicated to the god Thoth. Discover the fascinating Beni Hassan Tombs, known for their intricate murals and carvings depicting daily life in ancient Egypt. Delve into history at Tell El Amarna, the capital city founded by Akhenaten and Nefertiti. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Egypt with this unforgettable tour experience.
What's included
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of water
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Tipping
What to expect
Cairo
5h
Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour.
Tuna el-Gebel
2h
Tuna El Gabal was mainly the burial site of the ancient city of Hermopolis, or El Ashmonien as it is called today as it turned into an important archeological site that is visited by many tourists who travel to Egypt.
Tuna El Gabal, and Hermopolis were the center of the worship of the god Thoth, the god of wisdom in Ancient Egypt, who was idolized as early as the predynastic period in Egypt. It was used as the necropolis of the fifteenth province in Egypt.
Beni Hassan
2h · Admission ticket included
The tombs of Beni Hassan, date to the reign of the Middle Kingdom in the ancient Egyptian history. These tombs were used as the burial place of many local governors of the region of El Minya during the ruling period of the 11thdynasty that ruled over Egypt for a period from 2134 till 1991 BC and the 12th dynasty that reigned from 1991 till 1759 BC.
2h · Admission ticket included
Tell El Amarna Attractions Map and Tablets, Tell El-Amarna Tablets or as it called El-Amarna letters, these tablets are written by the ancient Egyptians in the Babylonian language and cuneiform characters. Tell El-Amarna Tablets are about 350 clay tablets date back to the 15th century B.C, they are found in 1887. These Tablets are distributed in different places in the world, 50 of them are in Cairo, 200 in Berlin, 22 in Oxford, and 82 in the British Museum; but there are a few of them as private property.
Cairo
5h
After the tour ends transfer back to Cairo to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
You will find our tour guide in the lobby area holding a sign showing the customer's name
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
