Tell El-Amarna & Beni Hasan Tour - Akhenaten's Lost Capital
Tell El-Amarna tour from Cairo - explore Akhenaten and Nefertiti's forgotten capital plus 4000-year-old Beni Hasan tombs. Exclusive Middle Egypt adventure.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before
About this tour
Embark on an extraordinary journey to Middle Egypt's hidden treasures with this exclusive Tell El-Amarna and Beni Hasan day tour from Cairo. Step into the pages of ancient history at Tell El-Amarna, the revolutionary capital city built by the 'heretic pharaoh' Akhenaten around 1346 BCE. Walk where Queen Nefertiti once strolled through Akhetaten, the 'Horizon of Aten,' and discover the remnants of this short-lived but groundbreaking civilization that introduced monotheism to ancient Egypt. The site's royal tombs reveal stunning reliefs depicting the royal family in unprecedented intimate scenes, breaking thousands of years of artistic convention. Your Middle Egypt adventure continues at the remarkable Beni Hasan necropolis, where 39 rock-cut tombs dating to 2000 BCE house some of Egypt's most vivid and well-preserved wall paintings. These masterpieces depict daily life along the Nile with extraordinary detail - watch ancient wrestlers in action, observe siege warfare tactics, and witness the famous scene of Asiatic traders entering Egypt. The tomb of Khnumhotep II showcases the artistic pinnacle of the Middle Kingdom period. Complete your off-the-beaten-path Egypt tour at Tuna El-Gebel, the sacred animal cemetery where millions of ibis and baboon mummies were interred in honor of Thoth, god of wisdom. This Cairo excursion offers unparalleled access to sites rarely visited by tourists, providing an intimate encounter with Egypt's lesser-known but equally magnificent heritage.
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Itinerary
Beni Hasan Necropolis
Ascend to the cliff-side tombs carved 4,000 years ago, where Middle Kingdom nobles were laid to rest. Marvel at the vivid wall paintings depicting wrestling matches, military scenes, and daily life that have retained their colors for millennia.
Tell El-Amarna Royal City
Explore the archaeological remains of Akhenaten's revolutionary capital, including the Great Palace foundations and royal tomb areas. Your Egyptologist will explain how this pharaoh's religious revolution changed Egypt forever before being erased from history.
Tuna El-Gebel Catacombs
Descend into the underground galleries where sacred ibis birds and baboons were mummified and buried in honor of Thoth. These remarkable catacombs contain millions of animal burials spanning several centuries of devotion.
Pricing
Standard
| Season | Solo | 2-4 Pax | 5-8 Pax | 9-16 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Year | $160 | $110 | $85 | $70 |
Includes
- Expert Egyptologist guide specializing in Middle Egypt
- Luxury air-conditioned vehicle with reclining seats
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo hotels
- All entrance fees to Tell El-Amarna and Beni Hasan
- Traditional Egyptian lunch at local restaurant
- Bottled water and refreshments
- Binoculars for detailed tomb viewing
- Comprehensive historical briefing materials
Excludes
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Travel insurance
- Photography fees inside tombs
Why book with us?
- Licensed tour operator
- 4.9/5 from 2,000+ reviews
- Free cancellation (14 days)
- Small group or private