Private 2-Day Tour to El Minya from Cairo Visiting Tuna El Gabal & Tel El Amarna

Private 2-Day Tour to El Minya from Cairo Visiting Tuna El Gabal & Tel El Amarna

Overview

Step beyond the usual highlights with a 2-day El Minya tour from Cairo, heading about 4 hours south into Upper Egypt for a deeper look at Egypt’s lesser-visited heritage. With a private guide and driver, you will explore tombs, ruins, and sacred landscapes at Tuna El Gabal, Beni Hassan, and Tel El Amarna.

🗺️ What to Expect

This easy-paced, private journey is designed for travelers who want history without crowds. You will drive from Cairo or Giza to El Minya, settle into the rhythm of Upper Egypt, then spend two days moving between atmospheric archaeological sites, from Greco-Roman era tombs and catacombs to pharaonic rock-cut tombs and the remains connected to Akhenaton’s city at Amarna. Expect a smooth flow with guided visits, local lunches, and an overnight stay in El Minya before returning to Cairo.

✨ Highlights

• 🏺 Explore the tomb of Petosiris at Tuna El Gabal
• 🕯️ Walk through the Ibis catacombs, an unforgettable underground site
• 🌸 Visit the Tomb of Isadora, dating to the 2nd century AD
• 🧭 Discover Beni Hassan’s pharaonic tombs, including Bakhet III, Khnumhotep, and Khety
• 🏜️ See the landscape linked to Akhenaton’s inspiration to build his city
• 🪨 Tour Tel El Amarna’s northern tombs, including Ahmose and Huya
• 🚗 Travel comfortably with your private guide and driver throughout

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Cairo or Giza to El Minya, Tuna El Gabal

• Morning, pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza with your private guide and driver, then drive to El Minya, about 4 hours.
• El Minya, begin sightseeing, including the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration to build his city.
• Lunch, at a local restaurant in El Minya.
• Tuna El Gabal, visit the tomb of Petosiris, the Ibis catacombs, and the Tomb of Isadora.
• Overnight, in El Minya, Aton Hotel or Siva Nefertiti Hotel.

Day 2, Beni Hassan, Tel El Amarna, return to Cairo

• Morning, depart with your guide to Beni Hassan.
• Beni Hassan, visit Bakhet III tomb, Khnumhotep tomb, and Khety tomb.
• Lunch, at a local restaurant.
• Tel El Amarna, visit the northern tombs, including Ahmose tomb and Huya tomb.
• Later, drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

✅ What’s Included

• Private pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
• Private guide and driver
• Two days of guided touring in El Minya area
• Lunch at a local restaurant in El Minya on Day 1
• Lunch at a local restaurant on Day 2
• Overnight stay in El Minya, Aton Hotel or Siva Nefertiti Hotel
• Return transfer to your hotel in Cairo

❌ Exclusions

• Any items not mentioned in What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration, 2 days.
• Difficulty, easy.
• Meeting point, your hotel in Cairo or Giza for pickup.
• Travel time, El Minya is about 4 hours south of Cairo by road.
• Overnight, in El Minya, Aton Hotel or Siva Nefertiti Hotel.
• What to bring, comfortable walking shoes and anything you prefer for a full day of touring.
• Cancellation policy, not provided in the source content.

🎟️ Secure Your El Minya Escape

If you are looking for a quieter, more immersive alternative to the usual routes, this private tour from Cairo delivers two days of extraordinary sites and stories, from Tuna El Gabal to the tombs of Beni Hassan and the northern tombs at Tel El Amarna. Book your 2-day El Minya tour from Cairo and experience Upper Egypt with the comfort of a private guide and driver.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1, How long is the drive from Cairo to El Minya?
A1, The drive to El Minya is about 4 hours south of Cairo. Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Q2, What sites are visited on Day 1 of the tour?
A2, Day 1 includes El Minya sightseeing and a visit to Tuna El Gabal. You will see the tomb of Petosiris, the Ibis catacombs, and the Tomb of Isadora.

Q3, What tombs will I see at Beni Hassan?
A3, You will visit Bakhet III tomb, Khnumhotep tomb, and Khety tomb. These tombs belong to governors from the 11th and 12th dynasties.

Q4, Does the 2-day El Minya tour from Cairo include an overnight stay?
A4, Yes, the tour includes an overnight stay in El Minya. The listed hotels are Aton Hotel or Siva Nefertiti Hotel.

Q5, Is this 2-day El Minya tour from Cairo difficult?
A5, The tour is rated easy. It is designed for comfortable sightseeing over two days with a private guide and driver.