Half-Day Tour to the Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum, nestled among some of the largest and most renowned museums in the world, offers an unforgettable experience. During your visit, you'll explore this incredible museum and leave Egypt with countless memories. It houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, covering every era of Egypt's rich history.

Inside the museum, you'll find around 120,000 artifacts. Your journey to uncover its mysteries begins with a tour of the museum, where you’ll have the chance to see iconic items like the King Tutankhamun mask, among many other treasures.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is a unique place, filled with ancient statues, jewelry, mummies, and much more—it’s like a giant treasure chest of history. It’s a fantastic way to learn about the people who lived in Egypt long ago.

If you're looking for something exciting to do in Cairo, consider joining one of our Cairo day tours! We offer a range of tours tailored to your interests, whether you're eager to explore the Giza pyramids or dive into the city's lively nightlife.

Tour Plan

1. Hotel Pickup & Meet Your Egyptologist Guide

Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel, where you'll be greeted by your expert Egyptologist guide, who will accompany you throughout the tour.

2. Explore the Egyptian Museum

Visit the Egyptian Museum, a two-story building housing one of the world’s most remarkable collections of ancient Egyptian art and statues. The museum spans multiple dynasties, starting with the First Dynasty under King Narmer (Menes), the unifier of Egypt, through to the era of King Djoser and his Step Pyramid in Saqqara, and continuing through the Old Kingdom under King Snefru, whose descendants built the Giza pyramids.

3. Discover Ancient Artifacts from Various Eras

Admire masterpieces from the Middle and New Kingdoms, including significant artifacts from Egypt’s golden age, over 6,000 years of history encapsulated in more than 250,000 pieces. If you spent just one minute with each artifact, it would take over six months to see them all.

4. Marvel at Tutankhamun's Treasures

Explore the famous treasures of Tutankhamun, discovered in 1922. These include gold artifacts, silverware, jewelry, military chariots, perfume containers, and gilded funeral items, all originally buried for over 3,500 years. His collection, along with items from his grandparents Yuya and Thuya (parents of King Amenhotep III), is displayed on the museum’s second floor.

5. Return to Your Hotel

After a captivating experience at the museum, you will be transferred back to your hotel, concluding your Half-Day Egyptian Museum Tour.

Half-Day Tour to the Egyptian Museum

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