Two day Trips to El Minya Tuna El Gabal and Beni Hassan from Cairo

Cairo, Egypt
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesJapanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This two-day excursion from Cairo unveils the hidden treasures of Middle Egypt, venturing to El-Minya's remarkable archaeological sites. Explore the fascinating necropolis of Tuna El-Gabal, home to sacred animal catacombs and ancient tombs, then discover the magnificent rock-cut tombs of Beni Hassan with their vibrant wall paintings depicting daily life in the Middle Kingdom. The tour continues to Tell El-Amarna, the short-lived capital of Pharaoh Akhenaten, where you'll witness the remains of this unique archaeological zone. With comfortable transportation, expert guidance, and overnight accommodation, this immersive journey offers a rare glimpse into Egypt's rich Middle Kingdom heritage, far from the usual tourist trails, showcasing some of the country's most significant yet less-visited historical sites.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: El Minya -Tel El Amarna
  1. Tell el-Amarna
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Your Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to El Minya in about 4 hours. Arrive El-Minya and start to visit the city’s site, including the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration to build his city, lunch at a local restaurant then proceeds to Tuna El Gabal where you can see the tomb of Petosiris, Ibis catacombs & Isadora tomb (This tomb goes back to the 2nd century AD and belongs to Isadora the renown for her beauty in the city of Hermopolis ),
Day 2: El Minya - Beni Hassan
  1. Beni Hassan
    3h · Admission ticket included
    You will go to Beni Hassan, where many nobles' tombs were discovered there such as the tombs of Bakhet, the tomb of Kathy, and Khnumhotep. Those are the Middle Kingdom tombs. Then, you will have lunch in a local restaurant. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your memorable journey through the lesser-known wonders of ancient Egypt.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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