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Cairo day trip to Egyptian Civilization Museum

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 4 Hours Private Cairo
Trip overview

Cairo day trip to Egyptian Civilization Museum

Enjoy a fascinating Cairo day tour to the Egyptian Civilization Museum, which allows visitors to experience ancient Egyptian history. The recently established museum presents visitors with an exclusive chance to study the historic Egyptian era through countless ancient artifacts dating back thousands of years. The Egyptian Civilization Museum presents visitors with a thorough display of Egyptian cultural heritage through its magnificent mummies alongside intricate artifacts. Whether on a Cairo One-Day Tour, Cairo day trips, or even a half-day Cairo tour, travelers can go through all exhibits, including royal treasures as well as sculptures, to discover ancient Egyptian living practices and their outstanding accomplishments. With every Egypt day tour or guided Egypt tour, this museum becomes a must-visit cultural highlight in Cairo.

Tour highlights

What makes this day different

Egyptian Civilization Museum

The route

Your itinerary

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4 Hours

Egyptian Civilization Museum Tour

After the delightful morning meal at the hotel, you will be escorted by our professional guide in a spacious private car to start your Egypt tour to the Egyptian Museum of Civilization. This museum is located in Fustat, Cairo. The museum showcases different periods of Egypt's civilization, which is more than 5,000 years old. The first thing that welcomes attention is the display of royal mummies, where a visitor can see the bodies of some of the well-known pharaohs and queens, including Ramses II and Hatshepsut. The guide will go into more detail about the practice of mummification, the significance of practices related to the dead and beliefs about life after death, and the most cherished beliefs of the ancient Egyptians that deal with spiritual issues—that is, the idea of the afterlife.

Afterward, visit the main hall of the museum, wherein wonderful collections of statues, special forms of funerary possessions, and even regular objects are on display, providing information about the ancient Egyptian way of life. Examples of the objects featured are paintings and artifacts such as beads, tools, and containers of various images made by the Egyptians in different periods, which afforded an appreciation of their customs and artistry.

Cairo sightseeing tours and guided programs, such as a Cairo day tour, Cairo One-Day Tour, or even Cairo day trips, will likewise take you to the interactive sections of the museum, where you can better explore ancient Egypt's history more energetically. They will enlighten visitors about the various aspects of the simple life and the mythology of Egypt, which will make it both informative and captivating. Whether you prefer a full experience or just a half-day Cairo tour, this museum guarantees unforgettable insights. At the end of the Egypt day tour, our driver will take you back to your place of staying at the hotel.

What’s included

Everything’s taken care of

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Expert Egyptologist guide during your Cairo historical tour.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included in Cairo city tour.
  • All service charges and taxes are included.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transportation.

Not included

  • Tipping.
  • The tour package excludes everything that isn't included in the Cairo city tours itinerary.
Prices

One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays

Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one US$ 120/ person
2–4 travellers US$ 90/ person
5–8 travellers US$ 70/ person
9–14 travellers US$ 65/ person
  • Prices may vary based on the season and group size.
  • Rates typically cover entrance fees, transportation, and a Cairo historical sites guided tour.
  • The package includes standard costs but extra charges will occur for optional activities that are excluded from Cairo adventure tours.
  • Children's discounts may be available depending on age and operator policy.
  • Prices are usually quoted in USD or EGP and may be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
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What travelers say

Stories from real explorers

Don't take our word for it — here's what our guests share after their day with us.

5.0
★★★★★
46 reviews on Tripadvisor
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hoda was an amazing guide, sharing with us her incredible knowledge about the history and culture of Egypt. She is a warm and caring person, helping us meet our "wish-list' items on this trip!!

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K E Bat
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

I highly recommend Hoda. She is a wonderful guide for English speaking travelers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for Egyptian history and culture is infectious. She made my tour of Egypt a trip of a lifetime.

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Valerie S
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hany is a knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful guide. He can tailor a personalized tour to what you want to see, or can plan an entire itinerary. He is incredibly responsive and dependable. Hands down the best way to see E...

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Vicky
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