
Grand Egyptian Museum Tour
If you're passionate about the Pharaonic culture, this tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum includes admission ticket and transport from your hotel, allowing you to discover the story of Ancient Egypt. The Grand Egyptian Museum.
- 3 - 4 hours
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If you're passionate about the Pharaonic culture, this tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum includes admission ticket and transport from your hotel, allowing you to discover the story of Ancient Egypt.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is a significant attraction in Egypt.
Where Is It?
Located on the outskirts of Cairo, just 10 minutes from the Pyramids of Giza and half an hour from Sphinx Airport, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world's largest museum dedicated to Ancient Egypt, covering 500,000 m².
History of the Building
The project began in the 1990s, with construction starting in the early 2000s. On November 1, 2025, all rooms were opened to the public.
What's Inside the Museum?
The museum features:
12 roomsMore than 5,000 pieces from Ancient Egypt, including 2,000 on display for the first timePharaoh Tutankhamun's treasure chamberThe colossus of Ramses IIThe solar boat of CheopsA temporary exhibition hallA children's museumFacilities: conference center, library, auditorium, cinema, and spaces for workshops
What Will The Tour Be Like?
During booking, you can choose transport and admission only or a complete option that includes a guide.
Tour Details
At the scheduled time, we'll collect you from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and travel to GEM in a comfortable vehicle. After arriving, a 2-hour tour around the museum will commence. Following the tour, we will return you to your hotel, with arrival expected between 3 and 4 hours after pickup.
What Will We See During the Visit?
The guided tour begins with the hanging obelisk outside the building. Inside, notable features include the Grand Hall with a 12-meter statue of Pharaoh Ramesses II, various statues, and the Grand Staircase. The permanent exhibition galleries house the complete collection from Tutankhamun's treasure chamber and the solar boat of Cheops. The tour concludes in the shopping gallery for souvenirs.
Tour Schedule
This tour will take place in the morning. Confirmation of the exact pickup time will be received a day before the activity based on your hotel's location.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by car, minibus or coach
- English–speaking guide (depending on selection)
- Admission ticket to the Grand Egyptian Museum
Tips
- Accessibility: Only some areas are accessible.



