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Discover the Hidden Gem of Upper Egypt: El Minya
Step into the enchanting past with our Private Day Tour to El Minya, Egypt. Nestled between Asyut and the Giza Governorates, El Minya is a lesser-explored destination replete with ancient tombs, limestone cliffs, and well-preserved artifacts. Our tour is specifically designed to ensure that you relish every significant detail that contributes to the region's rich history. Be captivated by the city's charm with destinations such as the Fraser Tombs, the Hermopolis Megala and the Tell El-Amarna. Experience a seamless journey where history meets grandeur, a tour that is not merely informative but also incredibly inspirational.
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Meeting and pickup
As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name
Itinerary
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1Cairo
At 06:00 in the morning our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and transfer to private A/C the latest model vehicle to El Minya Egypt, a 4 Hours driving
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Tuna el-Gebel
After arriving El Minya Egypt start your day tour by visiting Tuna El Gabal, 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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Then visit 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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Tell el-Amarna
End your day by visiting 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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Cairo
After the tour ends transfer back to Cairo to your hotel
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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