Minya Overnight Trip

Pick Up
Your private Egyptologist will pick you up from your hotel reception in Cairo with a private driver and a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, please request breakfast boxes from your hotel reception the night before.

Transfer to Minya
The journey from Cairo to Minya covers approximately 245 km and takes around 3.5 to 4 hours. To ensure a smooth trip. Snacks and drinks will also be provided during the drive to keep you refreshed.

Check-in at your hotel
Upon arrival in Minya, you will check into your hotel and have some time to relax and settle in before starting your historical exploration.

Beni Hassan Necropolis
Your first stop will be the Beni Hassan Necropolis, a remarkable site that dates back to the Middle Kingdom. It is renowned for its rock-cut tombs of nomarchs (provincial governors) from the 11th Dynasty. Your Egyptologist will guide you through this fascinating burial site, explaining the tombs' architectural features and their significance in Egyptian history.

Temple of Istabl Antar
Next, you will visit the Temple of Istabl Antar, an ancient site dedicated to the worship of the god Min. This temple, located nearby, is known for its inscriptions and historical importance. Your Egyptologist will provide insight into the temple’s role and its connections to the surrounding region.

Lunch Break
After visiting these historic sites, you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor traditional Egyptian dishes.

Tell El-Amarna
Following lunch, you will continue your journey to the historic site of Tell El-Amarna, located approximately 25 km south of Beni Hassan, along the right bank of the Nile. This city was once the capital of Egypt under Pharaoh Akhenaten, known for his attempt to introduce monotheism with the worship of the sun god Aten. You will explore the ancient ruins, including temples and royal palaces, as your Egyptologist provides context to this important period in Egyptian history.

Dinner
Return to your hotel and enjoy a carefully prepared dinner in a comfortable setting, featuring a selection of local and international dishes.

Overnight
After dinner, settle in for an overnight stay at your hotel, ensuring a restful night before the next day’s itinerary.

Breakfast
Start your day with a wholesome breakfast, energizing you for another exciting adventure.

Tuna El-Gebel
Your first stop of the day is Tuna El-Gebel, a vast necropolis located on the west bank of the Nile. This site is known for its tombs and monuments, including the famous tomb of the high priest Petosiris. Tuna El-Gebel was an important religious center in ancient Egypt, and your guide will explain its significance in the context of Egyptian burial practices and its connection to the god Thoth.

Lunch Break
After your visit to Tuna El-Gebel, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can relax and refuel before continuing your journey.

Achmim
In the afternoon, you will visit Achmim, an ancient city with significant ruins, including temples dedicated to the goddess Bastet. This site offers an interesting blend of ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman influences, and your Egyptologist will provide detailed insights into its history and archaeological findings.

Transfer to Cairo
Following your visit to Achmim, you will begin your transfer back to Cairo. The drive will take approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, covering a distance of 250 kilometers.

Drop-off at Your Hotel
Upon arrival in Cairo, our driver will drop you off at your hotel or your preferred location.