Overview
will be an exciting adventure to visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (the GEM) on an unparalleled day tour with our team and enjoy seeing artifacts never exhibited before as collections from the new excavations of Saqqara, the whole collection of King Tut, and the boat of King Khufu (Solar Boat).
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- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
What to expect
Our tour guide will wait for you in your hotel to accompany you by an air-conditioned vehicle to begin your tour.
In the GEM, you will see the Egyptian history ranging from the prehistory to the Greeko-Roman period throughout 50,000 artifacts some of them never exhibited before; some of these collections from the new excavations of Saqqara, the whole collection of King Tut, and the boat of King Khufu (Solar Boat).
Firstly, you will enter the Atrium to see the colossal statue of King Ramses II. Then you will move to the Grand Staircase surrounding impressive statues of the ancient Egyptian great kings. At the end of the Grand Staircase, you will find the exhibition halls, where the complete Tutankhamen's Collection will be displayed.
Besides, there are the other four exhibition halls containing collections reflecting ancient Egyptian history.
In the GEM enjoy a unique experience; you will be able to use the hololens technology allowing you to interact with the museum collections.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Africa/Cairo).
Additional Information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Grand Egyptian Museum the GEM tour
Can I cancel Grand Egyptian Museum the GEM tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Transport by private vehicle
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by EGYPT VACATION TOURS
