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

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  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.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  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.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  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.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 4

  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.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• 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

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