Tour to Wadi El Natroun Monastery from Cairo

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79 peopleMaximum group size

1 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Highlights

Explore Tell el-Amarna, the ancient capital established by Pharaoh Akhenaten

Visit the Royal Tombs of Amarna and learn about Egypt's revolutionary Amarna Period

Discover the rock-cut tombs of Beni Hassan

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Travel south from Cairo to discover two of Middle Egypt's most fascinating archaeological treasures. Begin at Tell el-Amarna, the short-lived capital founded by Pharaoh Akhenaten during Egypt's 18th Dynasty, where you'll explore the ancient city and its royal tombs while learning about one of history's most remarkable religious revolutions. Continue to Beni Hassan, home to beautifully preserved Middle Kingdom rock-cut tombs renowned for their vivid wall paintings depicting daily life, hunting, warfare, sports, and the arrival of foreign visitors. After exploring these lesser-visited historical sites with your guide, return comfortably to Cairo.

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Pick up services from your hotel & return.

Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.

All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

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