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Guided Tour of Archaeological and Tourist Sites
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Marwa Ali mosa
Duration
5 hours
Meeting point
Nefertiti Square, Minya city
Languages
English
From €35.00
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
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Overview
The tour includes guidance from a professional local tour guide, who will explain all the details, historical background, and the architectural and artistic value of the sites in the Minya region. Transportation, entrance fees (tickets), and accommodation are not included.
The most interesting sites in the Minya region are:
- Beni Hassan: Located 22 km southeast of Minya city (45 minutes by car), this site dates back to the Middle Kingdom of ancient Egypt (11th & 12th dynasties). The tombs are beautifully decorated and belong to the monarchs of the 16th nome of Egypt, the "Oryx nome."
- Amarna City: Located 65 km southeast of Minya city, this site dates back to the New Kingdom, during the era of King Akhenaten and his beloved queen Nefertiti (18th dynasty). It has many spots to visit, including:
Ruins of the Northern Palace
Northern tombs of the nobles
Boundary Stela U
Royal tomb of King Akhenaten
The small temple of Aten
-Tuna el-Gebel: Located 60 km southwest of Minya city, this site dates back to the Greco-Roman period. It features:
Tomb of Petosiris, high priest of God Thoth
Tomb of Isadora
Roman waterwheel
Catacombs of God Thoth
The most interesting sites in the Minya region are:
- Beni Hassan: Located 22 km southeast of Minya city (45 minutes by car), this site dates back to the Middle Kingdom of ancient Egypt (11th & 12th dynasties). The tombs are beautifully decorated and belong to the monarchs of the 16th nome of Egypt, the "Oryx nome."
- Amarna City: Located 65 km southeast of Minya city, this site dates back to the New Kingdom, during the era of King Akhenaten and his beloved queen Nefertiti (18th dynasty). It has many spots to visit, including:
Ruins of the Northern Palace
Northern tombs of the nobles
Boundary Stela U
Royal tomb of King Akhenaten
The small temple of Aten
-Tuna el-Gebel: Located 60 km southwest of Minya city, this site dates back to the Greco-Roman period. It features:
Tomb of Petosiris, high priest of God Thoth
Tomb of Isadora
Roman waterwheel
Catacombs of God Thoth
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- MG Nefertiti
- Tombs Of Beni Hassan
- Guidance, sightseeing
Our Guides
Marwa mosa
On arrival
You can reach Minya city from Cairo or Giza through either the eastern or western desert road, then pass the Nile bridge of Minya to arrive at Nefertiti Square.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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