Minya Trip — 2 Days / 1 Night (From Cairo)
Duration : 2 Days / 1 Night | Type : Privately Guided Package | Runs : By Request (Tailor-made)Overview
This 2 days / 1 night trip from Cairo takes you into Middle Egypt (approx. 260 km/162 miles, around 3 hours’ drive) to explore a lesser-visited region rich in archaeology and history. The itinerary focuses on three standout sites—Tel Amarna, Beni Hassan, and Tuna El Gabal—offering a deeper perspective beyond the classic Cairo–Luxor route.
Travel privately with an Egyptologist guide, coordinated transfers, and a comfortable overnight stay. Timing and pacing can be tailored to your interests and travel style.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo to Minya – Tel Amarna & Overnight
Depart Cairo with your private guide and travel to Minya in Middle Egypt. Visit Tel Amarna, the ancient city associated with Akhenaten and the Amarna period. Continue to your hotel for check-in and overnight in Minya.
- Meals: Lunch
Day 2: Beni Hassan & Tuna El Gabal – Return to Cairo
After breakfast, explore the tombs of Beni Hassan, known for their vivid scenes of daily life and unique ancient traditions. Continue to Tuna El Gabal, a significant archaeological area with distinctive heritage from later periods, before returning to Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusions
- Private Egyptologist guide.
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the trip.
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sites (as stated in the itinerary).
- 1-night accommodation in Minya (hotel category per request).
- Meals as stated in the itinerary.
- All taxes and service charges.
Exclusions
- International flights.
- Country Entry visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses (shopping, minibar, massage, spa sessions, tele calls etc.).
- Tips/gratuities.
- Optional activities: camel ride, quad bike, and any add-ons not listed as included.
Pearls
Note: This program is tailor-made by request. Accommodation level and routing can be adjusted based on preferences and timing.
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FAQs
Send us your travel date, group size, and preferred pace, and we’ll recommend the best plan—day tours, multi-day itineraries, or a mix.
- Travel date + approximate trip length
- Group size (adults/children)
- Your pace (relaxed vs full schedule)
- Top interests (Pyramids, museums, Nile, desert, etc.)
- Optional Red Sea extension: dates, preferred coast (Hurghada vs Sharm vs quieter resorts), and whether you want relaxation, diving, or family beach time
Contact us and we’ll take it from there.
Our trips are designed around your exact expectations. To make sure every detail aligns with what you want, pricing is confirmed after a short discovery call/session.
Once we understand your dates, preferences, and priorities, we share the best-fit option and quote.
Yes—our experiences are built around private service, including privately escorted sightseeing and fully escorted transfers.
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
Inclusions depend on the itinerary, but our core approach focuses on comfort and expert support throughout the journey.
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guides
- VIP immigration service for international arrivals and departures (by prior arrangement)
- Exclusive access opportunities like pre- and post-hours visits (subject to permission and surcharges)
Visa rules can change, so check the latest requirements with the nearest Egyptian Embassy/Consulate before travel.
- E-Visa: apply online before travel (typically valid for 30 days)
- Visa on Arrival: available at major Egyptian airports (cash USD/EUR; typically valid for 30 days)
- Pre-purchased visa: available at major airports (some providers can arrange in advance)
Common requirements: passport valid for at least 6 months, and supporting travel details may be requested.
Egypt’s local currency is the Egyptian Pound (£E). Local currency is useful for tipping and small purchases, while major cards are widely accepted in many places.
- Currency: Egyptian Pound (£E)
- Cash: helpful for tips and small buys
- Cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express is accepted at leading hotels
Yes. Kaya Escapes is built on respect for the environment and the communities we visit, guided by sustainability and community cooperation.
- Straw to Paper: a community initiative involving special needs individuals, orphans, and widows working together
- Nile River Rescue: a community effort to collect and recycle plastic waste along the Nile to reduce pollution
