Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo at a glance
Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo is a 2-day, 1-night tour package in Egypt, run by Evaya Getaways. The price per person depends on the season and on the size of your group: $319–$429 for groups of 9–16, $329–$449 for groups of 5–8, $399–$549 for groups of 2–4 and $639–$879 for a single traveler. Included: Pickup and drop-off service from your hotel, Accommodation at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast, All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle, Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide and more. You can book online by card or send a booking request first.
Duration
2 days / 1 night
Type
Tour package · Multi-Day Trips
Price
$399–$549 per person (2-4 people)
Included
8 items (see the list below)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
Booking
Online by card, or a booking request with no payment
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Journey Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-day tour to El Minya, where Akhenaton, the father of Tutankhamun, established his city. Explore the intriguing catacombs and pharaonic tombs at Tuna El Gabal, Beni Hassan, and Tel Amarna. This journey offers a fascinating glimpse into Ancient Egypt's rich history and heritage!
Your Journey
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After breakfast, your Tour Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to escort you on a tour to El Minya, which is approximately a four-hour drive. Upon arrival, start your tour by visiting the city sites where Akhenaton built his city. After the city tour, enjoy a break for lunch. Next, journey to Tuna El Gabal, where our first stop will be the Tomb of Petosiris, the High Priest of Thoth. The tomb is shaped like a small temple with beautiful coloring and scenes of everyday life. Continue on to the Ibis Catacombs, which served as graves for families to visit their loved ones, where sacred animals, including baboons, rest. Finally, visit the Tomb of Isadora, a wealthy woman from the 2nd century who drowned in the Nile, and whose mummy still lies in the tomb. Overnight in El Minya.
Today, your Tour Guide will escort you to Beni Hassan, where you can view many tombs originating from the Old and Middle Kingdoms, including the Tombs of Bakhet III, Khnumhotep, and Khety. Take a break to refresh and enjoy lunch. Then, journey to Tel El Amarna to explore the Northern Tombs, including the Tombs of Ahmose and Huya. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo. Additional Helpful Information Our cars include limousine, HIACE & minivan, all A/C We recommend you wear sunglasses Always carry a bottle of water Wear suitable shoes for comfort Use sunscreen in summer Wear light clothing due to high temperatures in summer Your group will have private participation Wear long trousers in winter Bring a jacket for winter evenings Accepted currencies: USD, Euro, English Pound, and Egyptian Pound Rest assured, we are a Professional Registered Company All our Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed Our private cars are comfortable with professional drivers All our Clients are Insured No special dress code is required This is an easy-to-get-around tour Baby seats and seat belts are available in all vehicles The distance from Cairo to El Minya is approximately 3 hours You can change your tour to another day if needed Tipping is at your discretion based on satisfaction with the service Pricing Adult (Age 12 and more) Child (Age 2 to 11) Infant (Age 0 to 2) Single $444.00 $223.00 free 2 Persons $294.00 $148.00 free 3 Persons $264.00 $130.00 free 4 persons $254.00 $127.00 free 5 Persons $249.00 $125.00 free 6 Persons $244.00 $122.00 free Price Policy Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page. Children Policy Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults. Payment Policy A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online. Cancellation Policy Cancellation fees are as follows: More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee. Tipping If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.
What's Included
Included
Pickup and drop-off service from your hotel
Accommodation at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast
All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to all sites
Lunch at a local restaurant
A bottle of water provided during your trip
All service charges and taxes
Not included
Any optional tours
Tipping
Prices & Seasons
Group Size
May - Sep
Oct 1 - Dec 19
Dec 20 - Jan 4
Jan 5 - Apr 30
9-16 People
$319
$369
$429
$399
5-8 People
$329
$379
$449
$409
2-4 People
$399
$469
$549
$499
Single Traveler
$639
$759
$879
$809
May - Sep
9-16 People$319
5-8 People$329
2-4 People$399
Single Traveler$639
Oct 1 - Dec 19
9-16 People$369
5-8 People$379
2-4 People$469
Single Traveler$759
Dec 20 - Jan 4
9-16 People$429
5-8 People$449
2-4 People$549
Single Traveler$879
Jan 5 - Apr 30
9-16 People$399
5-8 People$409
2-4 People$499
Single Traveler$809
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Tour Policies
Children
Children under 6: free
Ages 6-11: 50% off
Ages 12 and over: full price
Payment
25% deposit to confirm your booking
Full payment 30 days before departure
Booked less than 30 days before departure: full payment when you book
Multiple payment methods accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
50% fee 15-29 days before
No refund within 14 days
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo?
The Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo lasts 2 days / 1 night. The day-by-day program is shown on this page.
How much does the Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo cost?
The price per person depends on the season and on the size of your group: $319–$429 for groups of 9–16, $329–$449 for groups of 5–8, $399–$549 for groups of 2–4 and $639–$879 for a single traveler. The booking form on this page shows the 2-4 people price for your date; for another group size, send a booking request and we confirm the price for your group. The "Prices & Seasons" table lists every season. Prices are in US dollars.
What is included in the Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo?
Included: Pickup and drop-off service from your hotel, Accommodation at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast, All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle, Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide, Entrance fees to all sites, Lunch at a local restaurant, A bottle of water provided during your trip and All service charges and taxes.
What is not included?
Not included: Any optional tours and Tipping.
Can I cancel the Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo?
Free cancellation up to 30 days before. 50% fee 15-29 days before. No refund within 14 days.
Do children pay less?
Children under 6: free. Ages 6-11: 50% off. Ages 12 and over: full price.
How do I book the Private Overnight Excursion: to El Minya -Tuna El Gabal -Beni Hassan & Tel El Amarna from Cairo?
Choose your date and number of travelers in the booking form on this page, then pay online by Visa or Mastercard, or send a booking request with no payment. The Evaya Getaways team confirms by email or WhatsApp (+44 7337 684511).
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