2-Day Minya Tour from Cairo: Amarna, Beni Hasan & Tuna El-Gebel
Description
This is a fully private 2-day journey from Cairo to Minya, offering a unique opportunity to explore some of Egypt’s most authentic and less-visited archaeological treasures. Unlike standard tours, this experience takes you off the beaten path to discover the hidden gems of Middle Egypt in comfort and style. Your trip includes a professional Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned transportation, hotel accommodation in Minya with breakfast, and all entrance fees to the mentioned sites, ensuring a completely hassle-free experience. You will visit iconic locations such as Beni Hasan Tombs, Tel El-Amarna, and Tuna El-Gebel while enjoying personalized service and flexible pacing throughout the tour.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo – Minya – Tuna El-Gebel Early morning pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by your private driver and Egyptologist guide. You will travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Minya (approximately 4–5 hours). Upon arrival in Minya, you will check in at a 2 or 3-star hotel and enjoy a short rest for about one hour. After resting, begin your first visit to Tuna El-Gebel, the famous archaeological site known for its Greco-Roman tombs and the Sacred Animal Necropolis. After the visit, return to your hotel in Minya for overnight stay.
️ Day 2: Tel El-Amarna – Beni Hasan – Return to Cairo Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Minya, then check out and begin your second day of exploration. First, visit Tel El-Amarna, the ancient capital built by Pharaoh Akhenaten, where you will explore the remains of temples, tombs, and the unique history of the Amarna period. Continue to Beni Hasan Tombs, famous for their beautifully decorated rock-cut tombs depicting daily life in ancient Egypt. After finishing your visits, begin your comfortable drive back to Cairo or Giza, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Traveler pickup is offered. If your hotel is not listed. Please send your Pickup location details.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(1)
The trip with this agency was a wonderful experience, the supervisor was a very respectable person, the program was diverse, and the crew were all excellent. Honestly, thank you for everything.
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