Cairo Half-Day Museum Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Egyptian artifacts
- See King Tutankhamun's treasures
- Discover mummies and sarcophagi
- Learn about Egypt's rich history
- Enjoy a guided tour with an expert
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All entrance fees
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour . The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum or Museum of Cairo, in Cairo, Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms. Built in 1901 by the Italian construction company Garozzo-Zaffarani to a design by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the edifice is one of the largest museums in the region. As of March 2019, the museum is open to the public. In 2020 the museum is due to be superseded by the new Grand Egyptian Museum at Giza. Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The museum is wheelchair accessible; inform the provider in advance for assistance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for the warm climate.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
A Wonderful Tour with Our Guide Heba Kamal
This tour was very interesting. Our guide Heba Kamal was knowledgeable and professional. She explained the statues in details. She also gave us enough free time to explore the museum. Our driver M. Thabet was very responsible too.
Professional, Well Run Tour of the Egyptian Museum with EMO Tours
Had a great half day tour of the Egyptian Museum with my guide Rania, who was a volunteer here for a few years and she showed me some of her favorite things. Even though GEM is huge, there are still amazing things to see here lake the Narmer Pallet, the Fayoum Mummies/Portraits, King Psusennes' gold mask from Tanis, and some very cool Akhnaten statues. EMO Tours made booking and communication easy; and said no problem to wanting to book a female guide (as a solo female traveler)- highly recommend this very organized tour company.
Great experience!
The trip to the museum was a wonderful experience today. I especially want to highlight the great museum guide, who was very knowledgeable, friendly, and explained everything in a clear and engaging way. The taxi ride was also safe and pleasant Muhammed, the driver, took his time, was very friendly, and acted highly professional. He is extremely reliable, attentive, and makes sure you feel comfortable and safe at all times. Highly recommended both the museum visit and the ride. I would definitely do it the same way again!
Perfect, museums Egypt amazing
Wonderful, it was a unique experience to relive definitely. Happy with the guide, lunch and museum really impressed.
Museum tour
Our guide was very good. A very busy and informative experience. Make sure you get water before going as none was provided, although the booking said it was.