Tour Overview
The Grand Egyptian Museum
visit The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Pyramids of Giza, is the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization
Start your tour with the hanging obelisk and the colossal statue of King Ramses II, which stands at the main entrance. From there, the route continues along the Grand Staircase, where a chronological display of pharaonic monuments leads to the upper level.
The tour typically ends at the 12 permanent exhibition galleries, which present Egypt’s ancient history through carefully curated thematic zones, supported by modern display technologies.
The Grand Egyptian Museum serves as a major cultural and historical hub, offering deep insight into one of the world’s oldest civilizations.
Inclusions
- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private Egyptologist tour guide.
- local traditional lunch
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charges.
Exclusions
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Drinks at the restaurants
Tipping
Price List
| Price for one |
Price for 2-3 |
Price for 4-6 |
Price for 7-more |
Price for childs |
| 110.00 |
90.00 |
85.00 |
80.00 |
Always a half of adults price |
Tour Itinerary
Begin your unforgettable day by visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization. Located just outside Cairo, near the majestic Pyramids of Giza, GEM is the perfect first stop on your cultural exploration of ancient Egypt.
Your tour starts at the Grand Open Court, home to a world-first: the Hanging Obelisk of King Ramses II — a unique architectural wonder suspended above your path. This awe-inspiring monument sets the tone for the wonders to come.
Next, head into the museum's forecourt where you'll stand before the colossal statue of Ramses II, carved from a single block of red granite. This statue alone weighs over 80 tons and stands as one of the most iconic features of the museum.
Continue your visit by ascending the magnificent Grand Staircase, a ceremonial path that rises between two wings of the museum. Along this monumental walkway, you’ll find over 70 statues of ancient kings and queens, Columns and architectural pieces from ancient temples, beautifully preserved sarcophagi and coffins, and statues of gods and goddesses
As you reach the top, take in a breathtaking panoramic view of the Giza Pyramids through the museum’s architectural framing, a perfect moment for reflection and photos.
Then enter the 12 Grand Galleries. These immersive exhibition halls take you on a journey through Egyptian history, starting from the prehistoric era and moving through the Old Kingdom, Middle, New Kingdoms, and Greco-Roman era
More than 7,000 carefully selected ancient artifacts are on display, representing every aspect of ancient Egyptian life — from religion and daily routines to art, kingship, beliefs, and funerary traditions.
then end your tour with an amazing local traditional lunch overlooking Giza pyramids from outside the are
