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Explore two landmark museums in one private day: the Egyptian Museum and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Dive into Egypt’s story from pharaohs to modern times with an expert guide.

Highlights

• Private full-day tour with hotel pickup and drop-off
• See masterpieces at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir
• Explore NMEC’s timeline of Egyptian civilization in Fustat
• Visit the renowned Royal Mummies Hall at NMEC
• Expert Egyptologist guide brings the galleries to life

Description

Start your day with a comfortable pickup from your Cairo hotel and meet your private Egyptologist guide. Your first stop is the Egyptian Museum (Tahrir Square), home to an unmatched overview of ancient Egypt. Walk through atmospheric halls filled with statues, reliefs, sarcophagi, jewelry, and everyday objects spanning the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms, the Late Period, and the Greco-Roman era. Your guide will highlight key pieces and stories that reveal how art, belief, power, and daily life evolved along the Nile. Next, visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), the first museum in Egypt dedicated to the full sweep of Egyptian history, from prehistoric communities and pharaonic dynasties through Coptic and Islamic periods to modern Egypt. Explore the chronological galleries showcasing textiles, tools, manuscripts, coins, and crafts that connect eras into one coherent narrative. Don’t miss the Royal Mummies Hall, an immersive space where the resting kings and queens are presented with scientific context and respectful interpretation. Enjoy time for questions and tailored explanations throughout, your private guide will match the depth to your interests, whether you prefer high-level highlights or deeper academic detail. At the end of your visit, relax on the return transfer to your hotel.

Includes

Entrance Fees Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Cairo Egyptologist English tour guide Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund