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Explore Cairo Day ToursPrivate Tanis San El-Hagar Royal Necropolis Tour
San El-Hagar, Sharqia, Egypt
Duration
1
Tour Type
Private
Language
English
Overview
Explore Tanis, ancient San El-Hagar, on a private eastern Delta archaeology day tour. From Cairo or Zagazig, travel to the royal and temple landscape of Tanis to see monumental remains, fallen obelisks, and the history of a major northern Egyptian capital.
Why visit Tanis?
Tanis, known today as San El-Hagar, was an important city in the northeastern Delta and a royal center during Egypt’s Third Intermediate Period. Its wide archaeological landscape rewards travelers who want a quieter, more detailed experience beyond the main Cairo sites.
Your day at San El-Hagar
- Private pickup from your Cairo or Zagazig hotel.
- Drive east through the Nile Delta with a guide-led introduction.
- Explore the Tanis archaeological area and monumental remains, subject to opening and visitor rules.
- Discuss the royal history and temple setting.
- Time for respectful observation and photography where permitted.
- Return to your hotel.
What’s included
- Private round-trip transportation
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Cairo or Zagazig hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
What’s not included
- Entrance tickets or donations where applicable
- Meals and personal expenses
- Pickup outside Cairo or Zagazig unless confirmed
Important visitor notes
Wear comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and clothing suitable for an outdoor archaeological site. Opening, photography, and access arrangements can change, so the final visit details are confirmed with your booking.
Family pricing
Children under 6 travel without a tour-service charge when accompanied by a full-paying adult. Ages 6-11.99 pay 50% of the adult rate. Ages 12 and above pay the adult rate. Entrance tickets and other services are confirmed separately where they apply.
Book your private Tanis tour
Choose your date, pickup location, and group size in the inquiry form. We will confirm the route details before final confirmation. A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
Tour Highlights
A quick look at the places and experiences built into this private Egypt route.
- Ancient Tanis royal landscape
- Temple and monumental remains
- Eastern Delta archaeology
- Private Cairo or Zagazig pickup
Why You'll Love This Tour
- Explore the quieter royal landscape of ancient Tanis.
- Read the temple and monument remains with a private guide.
- Keep the day focused, archaeological and flexible.
Itinerary
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Cairo or Zagazig pickup
Meet your private guide at the confirmed pickup point and begin the journey east through the Delta.
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San El-Hagar landscape
Travel through the eastern Delta while your guide introduces Tanis and its historical importance.
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Tanis archaeological area
Explore the monumental remains and temple setting, subject to opening and visitor rules.
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Royal history and return
Discuss the city history, then return to your Cairo or Zagazig hotel.
Included/Excluded
Included
- Private round-trip transportation
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Cairo or Zagazig hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
Excluded
- Entrance tickets or donations where applicable
- Meals and personal expenses
- Pickup outside Cairo or Zagazig unless confirmed
Tour Prices
Type
Price
1-2 guests
US$280 per person
3-5 guests
US$190 per person
6-10 guests
US$140 per person
11-16 guests
US$100 per person
Travel Information
Pricing Information
Prices are per person in US dollars for the fixed route and listed inclusions. A 25% deposit secures your Day Tour; the final balance schedule is stated in your confirmation.
Children's Policy
- Children under 6 travel on the land sightseeing service without a tour-service charge when accompanied by a full-paying adult. Children aged 6 to 11.99 pay 50% of the applicable adult sightseeing rate; age 12 and above pay the adult rate. Entrance tickets and other services are confirmed separately where they apply.
Good to Know Before You Go
- This is a focused eastern Delta archaeological route. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. Site access, visitor rules, photography and walking surfaces are rechecked for your date.
Questions About This Tour
Clear answers to the practical details travellers usually confirm before requesting a quotation.
What is the focus of the Tanis tour?
The day focuses on San El-Hagar, ancient Tanis, its royal and temple landscape, and the monumental archaeological remains.
Is this a private tour from Cairo?
Yes. The published basis is a private day tour with pickup and return in Cairo or Zagazig.
Is Tanis suitable for walking?
The archaeological setting is outdoors and may include uneven surfaces, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Are the site and monuments always open?
The visit is subject to opening, access, security, and visitor rules in force on the selected date.
Are entrance tickets included?
Entrance tickets or donations are not included in the base price and are confirmed separately where they apply.
