El Minya: Tal Al Amarna and Bani Hasan Exploration

Escape the hustle and bustle of Cairo for a day and dive into the rich history of El Minya, a region steeped in ancient Egyptian culture and heritage. This private day tour takes you to the lesser-known yet historically significant sites of Tal Al Amarna, Bani Hasan, and Tuna El-Gebel. Start your journey with a scenic drive from Cairo, followed by a motorboat ride to Tal Al Amarna, the capital city of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Discover the remnants of this once-revolutionary city and learn about Akhenaten's monotheistic worship of Aten. Next, visit the tombs of Bani Hasan, where you'll find beautifully preserved decorations and hieroglyphics that shed light on the daily life and religious beliefs of ancient Egyptians. After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Tuna El-Gebel, an archaeological site linked to the god Thoth, to explore more ancient tombs and temples. Conclude your day with a relaxing journey back to Cairo, enriched with new knowledge and memories of Egypt's past.