One Day Tour to Tel Amarna and Beni Hassan from Cairo

Begin your journey early in the morning with your personal Egyptologist guide and travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo to El Minya, approximately 4 hours away. Discover two remarkable archaeological sites that reveal different chapters of ancient Egyptian history, from the religious revolution of Pharaoh Akhenaten to the lives and burial traditions of provincial governors during the Middle Kingdom.

Explore the archaeological remains of Akhetaten, the ancient city founded by Pharaoh Akhenaten during the 18th Dynasty. Learn about his extraordinary religious reforms and his devotion to Aten, the sun disk, which transformed Egypt’s traditional religious landscape.

Discover the history of this short-lived royal capital, established as a center for Akhenaten’s new religious vision. Your Egyptologist will explain the city's royal history, the distinctive Amarna period, and the archaeological remains that help bring this fascinating chapter of ancient Egypt to life.

The Ancient Rock-Cut Tombs

Continue to Beni Hassan, an important archaeological site famous for its rock-cut tombs dating primarily to Egypt’s Middle Kingdom. These tombs belonged to regional governors and other elite officials who played important roles in ancient Egyptian society.

Explore the accessible tombs and admire their remarkable wall paintings, which depict scenes of daily life, athletic activities, hunting, agriculture, and local customs. With your Egyptologist guide, discover how these vivid scenes provide valuable insights into the lives, beliefs, and traditions of ancient Egyptians beyond the royal court.

Lunch in El Minya

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in El Minya, taking a break after exploring the archaeological sites.

Return to Cairo

After your visit to Beni Hassan and lunch, relax during the drive back to Cairo in your private, air-conditioned vehicle. You will be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your full-day archaeological experience.