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2 Days El Minya from Luxor in Egypt

2 Days El Minya from Luxor in Egypt

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~~$525~~

$500

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 2-day journey from Luxor to El Minya, Egypt, where history and culture come alive. Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle and explore the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration. Discover the ancient tombs of Bakhet III, Khnumhotep, and Khety in Beni Hassan, and visit the northern tombs in El Minya. Enjoy delicious lunches at local restaurants and relax in the 3-star Aton Hotel with breakfast included. With a private English-speaking guide, this tour offers an intimate and enriching experience of Egypt's historical treasures. ...more ...less

Highlights

Visit the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration to build his city in El Minya
Explore Beni Hassan and see the tombs of Bakhet III, Khnumhotep, and Khety
Discover the northern tombs in El Minya
Enjoy lunch at local restaurants in El Minya

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Giza

Location: El Minya

Accommodation Name: Aton Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch

Luxor / El Minya Tour
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer you to El Minya, 6 hours away from Luxor. Upon arrival at El Minya, you will visit the city’s sites, including the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration to build his city. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant in El Minya, and then you will be transferred to your hotel at El Minya. ...more ...less

Day 2 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Beni Hassan & Tombs Tour / Luxor
In the morning, you will be driven to Beni Hassan, where you can see Bakhet tomb (Bakhet III was the Governor of the Oryx Nome ), Khnumhotep tomb (Khnumhotep was a governor under Amenemhat III in the 12th dynasty ) and Khety tomb (It belongs to a governor in the 11th dynasty ), then proceed to visit the northern tombs. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant in El Minya before driving back to your hotel in Luxor.

What's Included

Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
Lunch
Breakfast
Accommodation in Minya at Aton Hotel, 03 star hotel with breakfast
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour guide
Two lunch times during tours in El Minya at local restaurant
Mineral water and soft drink (One Coke Soft Drinks) on board the vehicle
All services charges and taxes

What's Not Included

Extras

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tipping

Tipping is not included.
Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible, not stroller accessible, and not suitable for pets.
Public Transportation

No public transportation nearby.
Infant Facilities

Infants must not sit on laps and infant seats are unavailable.

Please Note

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Departure Point: from your hotel in Luxor
Address: from your hotel in Luxor
Dates: See Availability
Return point: to your hotel in Luxor
if pick up from luxor airport, or the west bank there will be an extra cost added to the current price.

Mode of Transport

All transfers are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable journey from Luxor to El Minya and back.

Accommodation

Accommodation in Minya at Aton Hotel, a 3-star hotel with breakfast included.

Check out our Q&As

What type of vehicle is used for transfers during the tour?

All transfers are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable journey from Luxor to El Minya and back.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

Accommodation is provided at Aton Hotel in Minya, which is a 3-star hotel with breakfast included.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, lunch and breakfast are included in the tour package. Lunch will be served at local restaurants in El Minya.
Is there a guide available during the tour?

Yes, a private English-speaking guide will be available throughout the tours.
Are beverages provided during the tour?

Yes, mineral water and one Coke soft drink are provided on board the vehicle.

What are some of the main sites visited during the tour?

The tour includes visits to the great plain where Akhenaton received his divine inspiration, the tombs of Bakhet III, Khnumhotep, and Khety in Beni Hassan, and the northern tombs in El Minya.
Is the tour accessible for people with disabilities?

No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible, not stroller accessible, and not suitable for pets.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary and tipping are not included in the tour package.
Is public transportation available nearby?

No, there is no public transportation nearby.
Are there any specific requirements for infants on this tour?

Infants must not sit on laps and infant seats are unavailable.
Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?

Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.
Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?

Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?

Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.
What to wear when I travel to Egypt?

Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended. “From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly. From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening. Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.
Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?

Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below: 1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers. 2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering. 3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts. 4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.
Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?

Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints: Cairo International Airport Hurghada International Airport St Catherine's International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Luxor International Airport

Reviews of this operator

Ram (Google Reviewer)

I had a great tour...

28-Dec-2024

I had a great tour of the famous WW2 memorials and museum dedicated to the Battle of El Alamein. My tour guide was Mohamed Elnoby. He was fantastic at explaining the history of the landscape and I had a very good experience with him as my tour guide. My driver Abdullah was also very good. ...more ...less

Dimitrios Panagopoulos (Google Reviewer)

We chose Sun Pyramids for...

03-Jan-2025

We chose Sun Pyramids for our trip to Egypt, a private family group of seven persons. Their representative, Martina did an excellent job of preparing the schedule for an 8-day vacation that took us to many parts of Egypt. We explored the Giza pyramids and the Cairo museums including the newly opened GEM, the Siwa Oasis, Luxor and Aswan including Abu Simbel and Nubian village. We also visited Alexandria on the way to Siwa. We had a balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, tea in the desert at sunset and felucca ride in Aswan. All drivers and guides were professional and always on time: Mervat for Cairo and Alexandria, Mo for Siwa and Ahmed for Luxor and Aswan were fun, knowledgeable and very helpful and polite in every aspect. The accommodation was also up to standard with good breakfast options, although a newly renovated hotel lacked heating (which apparently is required during wintertime!). Strongly recommend Sun Pyramids for your Egypt vacation. ...more ...less

Jeremy Balizenter (Google Reviewer)

Mahmoud Emam is a walking...

18-May-2024

Mahmoud Emam is a walking Google. I'm not sure if he is human, because he knows everything. He is friendly, polite, articulate, and charismatic. We were amazed by the sites and the depth of knowledge he shared. Ahmed Hamama was our driver and him and Mahmoud (our tour guide) arrived on time to begin our journey. Ahmed is a great driver who also is very polite, professional, courteous, and a pleasure to be around. I am fortunate to have chosen the right team to make this unforgettable experience of a lifetime. ...more ...less

Javier Santiago (Google Reviewer)

My experience today was amazing,...

26-Jul-2022

My experience today was amazing, our tour guy Mahmoud is very knowledgeable, professional and caring. He explained the pyramid history and museum history. He took us to a very nice jewelry store and very nice restaurant. (The food was delicious) The driver Ahmed is also very professional. He picked us up at the scheduled time. I highly recommend Mahmoud and Ahmed. Thank You ...more ...less

Mags Martin (Google Reviewer)

Hoda of Sun Pyramids put...

22-Sep-2024

Hoda of Sun Pyramids put together a magnificent 2 day package for Bedford Scuba Divers that no one else could offer as we had limited time. We toured Cairo and Luxor in two packed full days even a camel ride and enjoyed every minute. We were able to visit the sights early and great tour guides throughout. We stayed at overnight Hotel Nefertiti in Luxor and it was a lovely Egyptian surprise in Luxor, with amazing views both in the evening and in the morning. Thank you Sun Pyramids, especially Hoda. ...more ...less

Christina Rong (Google Reviewer)

We took 2 day Tour...

20-Oct-2024

We took 2 day Tour of Cairo and Alexandria from Port Said. It was a private tour. Sun Pyramids Tours provided excellent customer service. First, the tour coordinate Rana was very responsive and made a comfortable arrangement. The tour guide Ahmed is knowledgeable, friendly and speaks good English. The driver is very good as well. We felt safe and enjoyed the tours. ...more ...less

A Jens (Google Reviewer)

We had a great time...

07-Mar-2025

We had a great time in Egypt and thanks to our guide Mohamed Elnoby, who not only took us on a truly amazing three days desert tour as well as a day trip to Alexandria, we got an unique insight into the culture of this rich and fascinating country and got to see places we would never have been able to discover by ourselves. Thank you again and we can truly not recommend this experience enough especially the desert trip (just maybe a second sleeping bag would have been nice as it was quite cold at night in the tent) ...more ...less

megan tomes (Google Reviewer)

We spent two days touring...

19-Jul-2024

We spent two days touring Cairo with Mahmoud Emam and are feeling so blessed to have chosen this company and experience. We went to the pyramids and rode camels, saw historical sites in Memphis and Saqqaura. Mahmoud was very knowledgeable and kind. He has so much information about so many different aspects of Egyptian history and culture and we so enjoyed our time with him. I highly recommend requesting him as your tour guide. We also did a dinner cruise on the Nile River and had shuttle service to and from the airport and had a wonderful driver as well as another tour guide named Mohab for these who we also felt very safe and comfortable with and learned a lot from. We have been so happy with our time in Egypt!! ...more ...less

Thilantha Senaratne (Google Reviewer)

I booked 08N/09D, tour with...

10-Oct-2023

I booked 08N/09D, tour with Sun Pyramids Tours. When I decided to make a tour to Egypt on my own I found out this travel company in a Google search. With the other customer recommendations I chose to travel with this agent with my family of 03 people. They handled our tour professionally and the vehicles provided were in very good quality. Overall we had a very nice experience in Egypt with the tailor made tour which was proposed by Sun Pyramids to suit our itinerary. Thanks a lot Sun Pyramids Team ...more ...less

Sanaullah Kiani (Google Reviewer)

They are expensive enough, they...

30-Jul-2024

They are expensive enough, they promise 4 star hotels but the hotels are 2 stars, noisy, unmanaged and untrained staff. They won't care about the comfort the hotel may call you at midnight for any request you made at 9.30pm. Breakfast time was 7am, and i reached 7:30am, and it was finished. Customer care may call you at 1.30 am for any issue you face in the daytime. The card they gave me was full of dust as I opened the air through it all went on my face. They promised full air-conditioned cars, but they gave old less functional. The good thing was I canceled the 9 days plan on the 4th day, and they returned me about 40% payment. 1 star is for the refund. I don't recommend it. ...more ...less

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