Why choose this Cairo tour ?
Explore the wonders of ancient Egypt with a mesmerizing day tour to The Egyptian Museum and GEM Museum from Cairo. Dive into the rich history and culture of this fascinating civilization as you stroll through the extensive collections of artifacts, mummies, and treasures. Witness the famous King Tutankhamun’s golden mask and learn about the intricate details of Egyptian life. Later, immerse yourself in modern Egyptian art and culture at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to a vast collection of antiquities and artifacts. This enlightening tour promises a captivating journey through time, providing a unique insight into the legacy of Egypt’s past.
NOTE : The museum is not fully opening.
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What makes Egyptian Museum and Grand Egyptian Museum Day Tour from Cairo a unique experience ?
Starts with pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By guide and transfer to Start your day tour
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum (Arabic: المتحف المصري, romanized: al-Matḥaf al-Miṣrī, Egyptian Arabic: el-Matḥaf el-Maṣri [elˈmætħæf elˈmɑsˤɾi]) (also called the Cairo Museum), located in Cairo, Egypt, houses the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities in the world. It houses over 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display. Located in Tahrir Square in a building built in 1901, it is the largest museum in Africa. Among its masterpieces are Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s treasure, including its iconic gold burial mask, widely considered one of the best-known works of art in the world and a prominent symbol of ancient Egypt.
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM; Arabic: المتحف المصرى الكبير al-Matḥaf al-Maṣriyy al-Kabīr), also known as the Giza Museum, is an archaeological museum under construction in Giza, Egypt, about 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) from the Giza pyramid complex. The Museum will host over 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, and many pieces will be displayed for the first time. With 81,000 m2 (872,000 sq ft) of floor space, it will be the world’s largest archeological museum. It is being built as part of a new master plan for the Giza Plateau, known as “Giza 2030”.
The GEM will also host permanent exhibition galleries, temporary exhibitions, special exhibitions, children museum, and virtual and large format screens with a total floor area of 32,000 m².
After the tour is finished you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The museum is not fully opening.
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- Entry Fees
- Lunch
- Bottle of Water
- Private tour guide
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- Tipping
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Emo Tours Swiss.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
