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El Minya Day Tour from Cairo by Private Car with Egyptologist

By Egypt Paradise Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $360 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Discover the hidden treasures of Middle Egypt on our El Minya Day Tour from Cairo by Private Car with Egyptologist. Travel in comfort along the Nile Valley to explore the region’s most remarkable archaeological sites. Visit the fascinating Beni Hassan Tombs, showcasing vivid Middle Kingdom paintings, and cross to the east bank to walk among the ancient ruins of Tell El-Amarna, the short-lived capital built by Pharaoh Akhenaten. Continue to Tuna El-Gebel, the necropolis of Hermopolis, where Greco-Roman catacombs, temples, and the famous tomb of Petosiris await. Your professional Egyptologist guide will bring to life the rich history, art, and culture of this lesser-visited gem, offering deep insights and personal attention. With a private air-conditioned car, enjoy flexibility, comfort, and a full-day journey into Egypt’s heartland, far from the crowds. Perfect for history lovers seeking an authentic and unforgettable experience.
Perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers alike.

Activity location
  • Beni Hassan
    • Al Minya, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Beni Hassan
    • Al Minya, Egypt

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El Minya Day Tour from Cairo by Private Car with Egyptologist
  • Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes11h 30m
    11h 30m
  • English

English language only
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$349.99 x 1 Adult$349.99
Paid at activity$10.00
Total
Price is $359.99
French, Spanish, Italian…etc
  • Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes11h 30m
    11h 30m
  • German

Languages Besides English
Pickup included

Price details
$379.99 x 1 Adult$379.99
Paid at activity$10.00
Total
Price is $389.99

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled Water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Egyptologist Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tipping

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Beni Hassan
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Your Egyptologist will pick you up from your Cairo or Giza hotel early in the morning and drive for about 4 hours to reach Beni Hassan, perched high above the Nile’s eastern bank. This archaeological gem boasts some of Egypt’s most remarkable Middle Kingdom rock-cut tombs, carved into the cliffs over 4,000 years ago for regional governors and noblemen. Inside, marvel at vibrant wall paintings depicting hunting, wrestling, chariot processions, and farming scenes. Highlights include Khnumhotep II’s detailed hunting frescoes and Amenemhat’s intricate hieroglyphs. The panoramic Nile Valley views add to the experience, while the site’s peaceful atmosphere offers a rare, intimate glimpse into ancient provincial life. With your expert Egyptologist, you’ll uncover the symbolism, history, and craftsmanship that make Beni Hassan a true hidden treasure.
Tell el-Amarna
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After enjoying your visit to Beni Hassan, you will drive for about one hour to reach Tell el-Amarna, the revolutionary capital of Pharaoh Akhenaten where history took a dramatic turn in the 14th century BC. Founded for the worship of the sun disk Aten, this short-lived city offers a rare glimpse into one of Egypt’s most fascinating periods. Explore the Great Temple of the Aten, the remains of the Royal Palace, and the tombs of Akhenaten’s officials carved into the eastern cliffs. Your Egyptologist will bring to life the radical religious changes introduced by Akhenaten and his queen, Nefertiti, whose legacy still captivates the world. As you wander the scattered ruins, picture bustling streets, ceremonial avenues, and sunlit courtyards that once defined this extraordinary city — a must-visit for those seeking to understand Egypt’s most visionary and controversial pharaoh.
Tuna el-Gebel
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Finally, you will continue to Tuna el-Gebel, the vast necropolis of the ancient city of Hermopolis. This fascinating site served as a burial ground from the Late Period through the Greco-Roman era, famed for its catacombs dedicated to the sacred ibis and baboon — animals associated with the god Thoth. Explore the beautifully preserved tomb of Petosiris, blending traditional Egyptian art with Greek influence, and the Roman-era catacombs that stretch deep underground. Your Egyptologist will reveal the religious significance of the site, its role in ancient pilgrimage, and the stories of those buried here. The mix of Egyptian and Hellenistic styles, combined with its desert setting, makes Tuna el-Gebel an atmospheric conclusion to your El Minya journey, offering insight into the cultural fusion that shaped Egypt in its later periods. Then drive back the same distance to your Cairo or Giza hotel early.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Beni Hassan
    • Al Minya, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Beni Hassan
    • Al Minya, Egypt

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