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Overnight trip to el minya from luxor
Description
Embark on a fascinating El Minya tour from Luxor and uncover the hidden treasures of Middle Egypt on this overnight trip. Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from Luxor to El Minya, a city renowned for its rich archaeological sites and ancient history. Visit Tuna El-Gebel, the necropolis of Hermopolis, where catacombs and tombs showcase unique Greco-Roman influences. Continue to Beni Hasan, home to rock-cut tombs from the Middle Kingdom, offering detailed wall paintings that reveal daily life and military scenes of ancient Egypt. This overnight trip to El Minya from Luxor also includes a visit to the ancient city of Tell el-Amarna, built by Pharaoh Akhenaten as the capital of his religious revolution dedicated to the worship of Aten. Along the way, enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine and the comfort of an overnight stay. Perfect for travelers seeking to go beyond the usual attractions, this El Minya tour from Luxor provides an in-depth exploration of lesser-known wonders that bring Egypt’s history vividly to life.
Included
All taxes & service charge.
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
Private tour guide
Accommodation for 1 night in el minya b&b
Round trip transfer from your hotel or cruise
2 lunch & 1 breakfast
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Excluded
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour departs from your hotel with included pickup. Our driver will collect you at the confirmed time. Please be ready in the hotel lobby at the agreed time.
During this 2 days / 1 night visit to El Minya, you will experience: the ancient tombs of Beni Hassan (Middle Kingdom rock-cut tombs), the Hermopolis ruins, the Amarna (Tell el-Amarna) site of Akhenaten's capital city, and the Tuna el-Gebel necropolis. Your licensed guide provides expert commentary throughout.
Included: private vehicle, licensed guide, entrance fees, and water. Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, camera, and passport.
Full refund for cancellations 48 hours or more before the tour. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. If we cancel due to circumstances beyond our control, a full refund or alternative date is offered.
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Your Itinerary
Your overnight trip to El Minya from Luxor begins early in the morning with a comfortable transfer from your hotel. Travel north along the Nile Valley through authentic Egyptian landscapes until you arrive in El Minya, a city famous for its fascinating archaeological heritage. Your guided adventure starts with a visit to Tuna El-Gebel, the necropolis of Hermopolis, where catacombs and rock-cut tombs display remarkable Greco-Roman and Pharaonic influences. Explore the tomb of Petosiris and the sacred animal burials that reveal unique religious practices of the time. Afterward, continue to the cliffside tombs of Beni Hasan, dating back to the Middle Kingdom. These impressive rock-cut chambers are decorated with vibrant wall paintings depicting daily life, wrestling scenes, agriculture, and military expeditions, offering a rare glimpse into ancient Egyptian society. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in El Minya, giving you the chance to enjoy traditional Egyptian cuisine. In the evening, check into your hotel in El Minya for an overnight stay, preparing for more discoveries on the second day of your El Minya tour from Luxor.
After breakfast at your hotel in El Minya, continue your guided El Minya tour from Luxor with a visit to the remarkable ancient city of Tell el-Amarna. This site, founded by Pharaoh Akhenaten, was once the capital of Egypt during his religious revolution dedicated to the worship of Aten, the sun god. Explore the remains of royal palaces, temples, and tombs that reveal the unique art style and ideology of the Amarna period. Highlights include the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten and the Northern and Southern Tombs, which feature inscriptions and reliefs from one of the most fascinating chapters of ancient Egypt. Your Tell el-Amarna tour offers an exclusive insight into the short-lived but revolutionary reign of Akhenaten and his queen Nefertiti. After exploring this extraordinary archaeological site, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be transferred to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable overnight trip to El Minya from Luxor, a journey that combines history, culture, and the hidden treasures of Middle Egypt.