A trip from Cairo to Tel Amarna and Beni Hassan is a great way to explore the rich history and ancient civilization of Egypt.
➡ Visit Tel Amarna an archaeological site that contains the remains of the capital city of the Pharaoh Akhenaten.
➡ Explore Beni Hassan an archaeological site decorated with colorful paintings and inscriptions depicting their daily life.
➡ Professional Egyptian guide to explain you history of the sites
➡ Mouthwatering lunch at a local restaurant.
➡ Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Book this magical trip now for an opportunity to see the ancient artifacts and architecture and learn about the history and culture of ancient Egypt.
Tel Al Amarna is an archaeological site in Egypt that contains the remains of the ancient city of Akhetaten, which was the capital of Egypt during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten (1353–1336 BCE) and his queen Nefertiti. The city was built from scratch by Akhenaten, who wanted to move the capital of Egypt from Thebes to a location that would be closer to the Aten, the god he worshiped.
Beni Hassan is an archaeological site that is known for its tombs of the nobles from the Middle Kingdom period, which are decorated with colorful paintings and inscriptions depicting their daily life. The tombs of Beni Hassan were built for a number of nomarchs (provincial governors) during the 11th and 12th dynasties, and they are notable for their well-preserved and detailed scenes of daily life, including hunting, fishing, farming, and trading.
A local restaurant in El Minya serves Majestic Lunch. A stunning and magical tour comes to an end. It is time to return to your Cairo hotel.
What to Bring :
⭐ Hat
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Sunblock & Sunglasses
⭐ Comfortable Shoes
⭐ Umbrella
You’ll visit two main ancient sites: 1. Tel Amarna (Amarna): the remains of the capital city built by Pharaoh Akhenaten during the 18th Dynasty. Trips2deal 2. Beni Hassan Tombs: a complex of rock-cut tombs from the Middle Kingdom, famous for well-preserved paintings and inscriptions showing everyday life.
The trip is typically a full-day excursion (~7+ hours) from Cairo, with travel by private air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included.
Yes, the price includes: 1. Entrance fees to Tel Amarna and Beni Hassan sites. 2. A professional Egyptologist guide to explain the history and significance of each location.
Yes, a lunch meal at a local restaurant in El Minya is included as part of the itinerary.
Travelers often ask about what to bring since both sites are outdoor archaeological areas. Typical recommendations are: 1. Hat, sunscreen & sunglasses due to the open desert environment. 2. Comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain. 3. Water and camera for photos and comfort.
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