For travelers who want to go beyond Egypt’s most familiar monuments, Samaria’s private Beni Hassan and Tell El Amarna tour introduces two different chapters of ancient history in Middle Egypt. This is a full day from Cairo with substantial road travel, best planned as a dedicated excursion.
Beni Hassan: scenes of ancient daily life
The rock-cut tombs at Beni Hassan date to the Middle Kingdom. Their painted scenes portray daily life, sports and agriculture. A professional guide helps connect these details to the people and customs behind the monuments, giving the visit a different emphasis from a pyramids day.
Tell El Amarna: Akhenaten’s royal capital
The next stop explores the remains of the city established by Akhenaten during the 18th Dynasty. Its history is associated with the worship of Aten and a distinctive period of religious change. Together, the two sites offer a broader historical perspective than either stop alone.
Allow for an early start and a late return
The published timetable starts with Cairo hotel pickup at 05:00 and shows a return around 19:30. Treat these as planning times to reconfirm for your hotel and departure date. Keep your evening flexible and avoid placing the excursion immediately before a fixed flight or another tight connection.
What the tour includes
The current list covers hotel pickup and drop-off, a private air-conditioned vehicle, a professional guide, entrance tickets to both sites, local lunch, bottled water, snacks, taxes and service fees. Personal purchases, gratuities and meals or drinks not specifically listed are excluded. Confirm your guide language and any dietary needs when booking.
Is this the right addition to your trip?
Choose this route if archaeological history is a priority and you are comfortable with a long day on the road. If your time in Cairo is short, compare it with the Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum guide before allocating a full day. Ask the team about walking conditions, site access and identification requirements for your date.
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Planning information checked against Samaria Travel’s tour catalogue on 17 October 2026. Dates, inclusions, prices and operating arrangements can change. Check the linked tour page and confirm your selected booking details before payment.