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2-day Al Minya tour from Cairo is a private archaeological journey into Middle Egypt, designed for travelers who want more time to explore Al Minya than a one-day excursion allows. The tour combines Tuna El Gebel, El Ashmunein, Tell El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, and Beni Hassan over two days.
You will travel from Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a private English-speaking Egyptologist. The overnight stay in Al Minya gives you more time for sightseeing without having to return to Cairo on the same day.
The driving distance from Cairo to Al Minya is approximately 268 km. Accommodation at Ekhnaton Hotel is included on a bed-and-breakfast basis, along with two lunches at local restaurants.
A two-day itinerary gives you considerably more time to explore Al Minya’s archaeological sites compared with a day trip. Instead of trying to fit every major stop into one long day, the attractions are divided between two sightseeing days.
Pickup is provided from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Travel between Cairo and Al Minya is by private air-conditioned vehicle, making the long road journey more comfortable for your group.
The overnight stay means you do not have to make the return journey to Cairo after the first day’s sightseeing. Accommodation at Ekhnaton Hotel with breakfast is included.
A private English-speaking Egyptologist accompanies you throughout the tour. This is especially useful at archaeological sites such as Tell El Amarna, Beni Hassan, and Tuna El Gebel, where the historical context adds depth to the visit.
The itinerary covers several important archaeological areas from different periods of ancient Egyptian history. It is particularly suited to travelers who have already explored Cairo’s main attractions and want to see more of Egypt’s archaeological heritage.
Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. From there, travel south toward Al Minya by private air-conditioned vehicle. The road distance is approximately 268 km.
Once you arrive in the Al Minya area, begin your archaeological sightseeing at Tuna El Gebel.
Tuna El Gebel served as a major cemetery for the ancient city of Hermopolis. The archaeological area contains several important monuments and tombs.
During your visit, you will see the tomb of Petosiris, a high priest of Thoth, as well as the tomb of Isadora.
Continue to El Ashmunein, the ancient city of Hermopolis Magna. The site was closely connected with the worship of Thoth, the Egyptian deity associated with wisdom, writing, and knowledge.
The remains include the famous colossal baboon statues associated with the religious traditions of the ancient city.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant during the day's sightseeing. After lunch, continue with the scheduled visits before heading to your hotel.
At the end of the first day, check in at Ekhnaton Hotel in Al Minya. Your accommodation includes breakfast.
The overnight stay makes the second day's sightseeing more convenient and avoids returning to Cairo after the first day.
After breakfast, meet your guide and continue exploring Al Minya's archaeological heritage.
The first major stop is Tell El Amarna, the ancient city established by King Akhenaten as his capital.
The area is strongly associated with Akhenaten's reign and the Amarna period of ancient Egyptian history. You will explore the archaeological remains and visit the tombs connected with important officials from the period.
Continue to the Royal Tomb of King Akhenaten. This is one of the key historical sites included in the two-day itinerary and provides further insight into the Amarna period.
The tour then continues to Beni Hassan, located south of Al Minya. The area is famous for its rock-cut tombs belonging to rulers and officials of the Middle Kingdom.
The tombs provide important evidence about ancient Egyptian society, administration, and daily life during the Middle Kingdom.
After the archaeological visits, enjoy the second included lunch at a local restaurant in Al Minya.
After lunch, begin the drive back to Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle. The tour ends with return transportation to your hotel.
The tour includes Cairo or Giza hotel pickup and return, private transportation, an English-speaking Egyptologist, entrance fees, one hotel night with breakfast, two lunches, bottled water, taxes, and service charges.
Pickup is available from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
The supplied itinerary gives the driving distance as approximately 268 km.
Yes. The tour uses private transportation and includes a private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
The supplied program lists Ekhnaton Hotel in Al Minya, including bed and breakfast.
Yes. One night of accommodation with breakfast at Ekhnaton Hotel is included.
Yes. Two lunches at local restaurants in Al Minya are included, as well as breakfast at the hotel.
Yes. The program includes two lunches during the tour in Al Minya.
Yes. A private English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies the tour throughout the sightseeing program.
The itinerary includes Tuna El Gebel, El Ashmunein, Tell El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, and Beni Hassan.
Yes. Tell El Amarna is scheduled for the second day.
Yes. The Royal Tomb of King Akhenaten is included in the second day's sightseeing.
Beni Hassan is known for its rock-cut tombs associated with rulers and officials of ancient Egypt's Middle Kingdom.
Tuna El Gebel is an ancient cemetery area associated with Hermopolis and includes the tomb of Petosiris and the tomb of Isadora.
El Ashmunein is the ancient city of Hermopolis Magna, an important religious center associated with Thoth.
Yes. Entrance fees to all the mentioned sights in Al Minya are included.
Yes. Bottled water is provided onboard the private vehicle.
Bring your passport, sunglasses, and a hat. Comfortable shoes and suitable clothing are also recommended for archaeological sightseeing.
No. Tipping is listed separately from the included services.
Yes. After the second day's sightseeing and lunch in Al Minya, you return to Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle.
The supplied itinerary does not give an exact pickup time. The final schedule should therefore be confirmed when booking.
To arrange the private tour, provide your preferred travel date and your Cairo or Giza hotel details. The itinerary includes private transportation, an Egyptologist guide, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and return transportation.
For the most comfortable archaeological visit, plan for practical clothing, a hat, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes.
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