Overview
The drive to Tanis is about 3 hours away from Cairo. Your tour guide will meet you at the hotel to start your tour. Tanis is the Greek name given to the Delta capital of Egypt during 21st and 22nd dynasties.
Tour Info
- Duration: 14 Hours
- Departure time and location: From your accommodation in Cairo at 7 AM
- Return time and location: To your accommodation at 9 PM
- Tour category: Tour From "Cairo"
What to Expect
- Visit the ruins of Amun Ra temple.
- Drive through the sacred Land of Gosen.
- Stare at 23 fallen granite obelisks.
More About Day Tour to Tanis (Land of Gosen) from Cairo
- Bring with you sun hat , sunglass and comfortable shoes for walking
Itinerary
Tanis, is the Greek name given to the Delta capital of Egypt during 21st and 22nd dynasties.
Driving to Tanis is through the fertile Land of Gosen: A place mentioned in the Old Testament where Prophet Joseph introduced his father Jacob the Prophet and his 11 brothers to settle down.
Our company will introduce you to this less crowded place. Many archeologist consider Tanis as the small version of Luxor.
With your guide, explore the ruins of the temple of Amun Ra. Look at many statues and obelisks taken from Pr –Ramses, the Capital of Ramses II in the North. 3 royal tombs of the 21, 22 dynasties.
Meet and pick up
According to the arranged pick up time your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the below sights
The ruins of Amun Ra temple
The Amun Ra Temple in Tanis was dedicated to the god Amun Ra and built during the 21st Dynasty. Key features include massive columns, wall reliefs depicting gods and pharaohs, and remnants of its structure. Some artifacts from the temple are in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The temple reflects the importance of Amun Ra and the Third Intermediate Period in ancient Egypt.
The sacred Land of Gosen.
The Sacred Land of Goshen was a region in ancient Egypt, located in the northeastern Nile Delta, known for being the area where the Israelites settled during their time in Egypt. It is mentioned in the Bible as the place where the Israelites lived before the Exodus. Goshen was a fertile land, ideal for agriculture, and was given to the Israelites by the Pharaoh, as described in the Book of Genesis. Today, the area is generally thought to correspond to parts of the Nile Delta.s.
23 fallen granite obelisks.
The 23 fallen granite obelisks are a group of large obelisks found at Tanis (ancient San el-Hagar), Egypt. These obelisks, once part of the city's grandeur, were erected during the 21st and 22nd Dynasties. They are made of red granite and were originally placed in temples and important sites. Many are now toppled, but they remain a significant feature of the ruins, showcasing the architectural and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport on air- conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Gratuities/tipping (recommended).
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
Current Season Price Details
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| # | Price |
|---|---|
| Solo Adult | $ 180 /per adult |
| Group of (2-3) Adults | $ 140 /per adult |
| Group of (4-6) Adults | $ 130 /per adult |
| Group of (7-10) Adults | $ 120 /per adult |
| Group of (11-more) Adults | $ 110 /per adult |
| Child [age:6-11] | $ 70 /per child |
| Infant [age:0-5] | $ 0 /per infant |
Deposit
35 % of the total booking amount