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Grand Egyptian Museum and Egyptian Museum

Cairo

Duration

3-4 Hours

Tour Type

PRIVATE

Group Size

1-15

Run

EVERYDAY

This interesting day tour will allow you to enjoy visiting two of the largest exhibitions of ancient Egyptian treasures and artifacts.

Find out about the new Egyptian museum known as the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and visit Old Cairo Museum the old Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

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Explore Grand Egyptian Museum and the Egyptian Museum

Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza at morning to start your tour by visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum to enjoy it with a special tour inside the conservation labs.

 

Grand Egyptian Museum

The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities Visit the Grand Egyptian museum, You will visit with other people and it is a trial phase opening with limited access.

The Hanging Obelisk

The Hanging Obelisk is an amazing example of ancient Egyptian engineering and is one of the most interesting artifacts displayed at the Grand Egyptian Museum. After an earthquake, the obelisk fell over but surprisingly stayed suspended on its side, which is why it’s called the “Hanging Obelisk.” It was originally meant for the Karnak Temple Complex but was later moved to Alexandria, where it was set up in the city’s central square.

 

Ramses II Statue

The giant statue of Ramses II, known as “Ramses the Great,” impressively towers over visitors, showcasing the power of ancient Egypt’s most famous pharaoh. Carved from a single block of red granite, it shows him seated on his throne, representing his divine authority.

 

The Ten Statues of Senusret I

Experience the magnificence of the Middle Kingdom with the ten large statues of Senusret I, one of its most powerful pharaohs. Each statue shows him in different poses and outfits, highlighting his divine status and role as Egypt’s protector.

 

Ptolemaic King and queen statues

Before your eyes stand the colossal statues of a Ptolemaic king and queen, recently recovered from the depths of the Mediterranean Sea. These monumental figures, crafted from exquisite pink granite, offer a captivating glimpse into the splendor of ancient Egypt during the Hellenistic period.

Victory columns

Victory Columns, which are colossal works of ancient Egyptian art. These columns were built to commemorate military victories and are adorned with carvings and other eye-catching decorations.

 

Royal Regalia  

Royal Regalia exhibits display royal jewels, crowns, and other royal accessories worn by ancient Egyptian kings and queens. will be impressed by the craftsmanship that went into creating these lovely items.

 

Grand Atrium and Gift shop  

You can enjoy to visit Grand Atrium and Gift shop.This stunning multi-story space is a modern architectural marvel that honors ancient Egyptian civilization.

 

The Grand Staircase

It’s walls are covered with beautiful murals and hieroglyphics that depict scenes from ancient life, mythology, and history. Each step makes you feel like you’re stepping into the world of pharaohs and gods.

The Grand Staircase is more than just a path; it’s a doorway to the past. At the top, you’ll have great views of the museum’s galleries and the famous Cairo skyline.

 

Main Gallaries

This is a unique chance for visitors to take a journey through time. The museum’s 12 Main Galleries showcase over 15,000 artifacts from different dynasties and periods, covering all of ancient Egypt’s history. These galleries offer a glimpse into the development of Egyptian society, culture, religion, and royal legacies, from prehistoric times to the Graeco-Roman era.

The galleries are divided into four main sections:

  • Prehistoric to Second Intermediate Period: This era saw the rise of divine kingship and pyramid building, with a strong focus on the afterlife.
  • Middle Kingdom to Second Intermediate Period: Central power was restored, and funerary practices became more inclusive, extending to common people.
  • New Kingdom: Known as Egypt’s golden age, this period featured expansion, wealth, and grand temples under leaders like Ramesses II, with deep devotion to gods like Amun-Ra.
  • Third Intermediate to Graeco-Roman Period: Even with foreign rule, Egyptian traditions mixed with Greco-Roman culture, maintaining core beliefs in gods and the afterlife.

The Egyptian Museum is the oldest museum in the world entirely dedicated to Egyptian culture, which is why there is a private guide who talks and explains the fundamental stages of its formation, from the birth of the collection to the present day.

Among the museum’s unparalleled antiquities is the Narmer painting, which immortalizes the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under one king, and is among the museum’s priceless artifacts. In addition to a large group of statues of the great Kings, Cheops, Chephren and Menkaure, the builders of the Pyramids of Giza.

Then drive back to your hotel.

  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned car to/from your hotel.
  • Professional Egyptologist English Tour Guide.
  • All tours are as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Transfers by private air-conditioned car
  • Entrance fees to Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Entrance fees to The Egyptian Museum
  • Bottle of water.
  • Tourist permission.
  • All taxes and charges.
  • Tipping
  • Personal Expenses
  • Any entrance fees for special places

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