Guided Tour of Archaeological and Tourist Sites

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