El Minya Tour
Overnight Tour to El Minya from Luxor
Private Luxor to El Minya Tour with Hotel and Egyptologist
This private Luxor to El Minya Tour explores Middle Egypt’s remarkable archaeological landscape. Discover Akhenaten’s capital at Tell el-Amarna, the painted tombs of Beni Hassan, ancient Hermopolis and the desert necropolis of Tuna El-Gebel.
Local experts since 2007 • Private Egyptologist • No shopping stops
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Luxor to El Minya Tour Itinerary
Travel privately from Luxor to Minya, stay one night and explore four important archaeological areas across two carefully planned days.
Day 1: Luxor to Minya & Tell el-Amarna
Early private departure, Akhenaten’s capital, lunch and hotel stay.
Day 01Luxor Pickup & Private Drive to Minya
Approximately six hours by road+
Your Egyptologist and driver meet you at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise for an early departure. Travel north in a private air-conditioned vehicle toward Minya in Middle Egypt, with comfort stops along the route.
Stop 1Tell el-Amarna
Akhetaten, the capital of Akhenaten+
Explore Tell el-Amarna, founded by Akhenaten as Akhetaten, the “Horizon of Aten.” Depending on local access, your guide introduces the ancient city, rock-cut tombs and surviving traces of this extraordinary Amarna Period experiment.
StayLunch & Minya Hotel
Relax after the first day’s journey+
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant. Afterwards, transfer to your Minya hotel, check in and spend the evening at leisure.
Day 2: Beni Hassan, Hermopolis & Tuna El-Gebel
Painted tombs, ancient Hermopolis, a desert necropolis and return to Luxor.
Day 02Beni Hassan Tombs
Middle Kingdom governors and daily-life paintings+
After breakfast, visit the Beni Hassan Tombs, cut high into the limestone cliffs. Enter selected open chapels and examine vivid scenes of wrestling, crafts, hunting, agriculture and provincial life.
Stop 3El-Ashmunein — Ancient Hermopolis
The city of Thoth+
Continue to El-Ashmunein, the site of ancient Hermopolis Magna. See surviving monumental remains and learn about the city’s importance as a major cult centre of Thoth.
Stop 4Tuna El-Gebel & Tomb of Petosiris
Necropolis of ancient Hermopolis+
Explore Tuna El-Gebel, where Egyptian and Greco-Roman traditions meet. Visit the celebrated Tomb of Petosiris and learn about the wider necropolis and sacred animal burials.
ReturnLunch & Return to Luxor
Private hotel or cruise drop-off+
Enjoy lunch before beginning the private drive back to Luxor. Arrival is expected in the evening, depending on traffic, stops and site operating conditions.
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Highlights of the Luxor to El Minya Tour
Five archaeological experiences connect the Middle Kingdom, Amarna Period and Greco-Roman heritage of Middle Egypt.
Tell el-Amarna
Discover the short-lived capital created by Akhenaten for Aten.
Explore Tell el-Amarna →
Beni Hassan Tombs
Enter cliff-cut chapels belonging to regional governors.
Explore Beni Hassan →
Scenes of Ancient Life
Study detailed images of sport, work, travel and ritual.
Read the tomb guide →
Hermopolis Magna
Explore the remains of a major religious centre dedicated to Thoth.
Discover Minya →
Tuna El-Gebel
See the Tomb of Petosiris and a fusion of Egyptian and Greek art.
Explore Tuna El-Gebel →Luxor to El Minya Tour Prices
Prices are per person in U.S. dollars and depend on the size of your private party.
Contact us for groups larger than 10 travellers. Holiday supplements may apply.
Luxor to El Minya Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
The Price Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the journey
- Private English-speaking licensed Egyptologist
- Standard entrance tickets to all listed archaeological sites
- One night in a Minya hotel with breakfast
- Lunch on both touring days
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
The Price Does Not Include
- Drinks at restaurants
- Dinner and personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Optional activities or additional sites
- Anything not mentioned as included
Explore Middle Egypt with Reliable Information
Plan more time with our Minya travel guide, explore Tell el-Amarna, Beni Hassan and Tuna El-Gebel, or review the official UNESCO Minia Tentative List.
Luxor to El Minya Tour FAQ
Is the Luxor to El Minya Tour private?+
Yes. The vehicle, driver and Egyptologist are reserved for your party.
How long is the drive between Luxor and Minya?+
The journey usually takes approximately six hours each way, depending on traffic, checkpoints and comfort stops.
Is the Minya hotel included?+
Yes. One hotel night with breakfast is included.
Are tickets and lunches included?+
Yes. Standard admission to the listed sites, lunch on both days and bottled water are included.
Will every section of Tell el-Amarna be open?+
Access can change because the archaeological zone is extensive and local operating arrangements may vary. Your guide will use the best available route on the day.
Can the itinerary order change?+
Yes. The order may change to match site access, opening times, road conditions and local instructions.
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