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10 HoursCairo, Giza & the GEM

Private Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum from Alexandria Port

  • Duration10 Hours
  • AvailabilityEveryday
  • Tour TypePrivate
  • LocationsCairo
  • LanguageEnglish & All Languages Available
  • TransportVan · 8 people

Tour Overview

Step into the heart of ancient Egypt with a tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) from Alexandria Port. This state-of-the-art museum, located near the Giza Pyramids, houses the world’s largest collection of Egyptian antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun, stunning statues, and thousands of relics that offer a glimpse into Egypt’s fascinating past. With a private guide and transportation, this tour allows you to dive deep into the world of ancient Egyptian civilization in an immersive, engaging way. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about Egypt’s majestic past, this visit to the GEM will leave you awestruck.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the Treasures of Tutankhamun, including the famous golden mask and royal treasures.
  • Discover over 50,000 ancient artifacts, including statues, mummies, and daily life.
  • Learn from a licensed Egyptologist guide who provides in-depth knowledge of ancient Egyptian history.
  • See iconic artifacts from Egypt’s Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and Greco-Roman periods.
  • Experience the state-of-the-art facilities of the Grand Egyptian Museum, a marvel of modern architecture.
  • Optional visit to the museum's gift shop for souvenirs related to ancient Egyptian history.

Tour Itinerary

Your private Egyptologist guide will meet you at Alexandria Port upon your arrival, and you will board a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic drive to the Grand Egyptian Museum. The drive takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, providing you with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the views. Upon arrival at the GEM, you’ll begin your guided exploration of the museum’s extensive collection, starting with the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his iconic golden mask, royal jewelry, and many other artifacts from his tomb. Continue through the various halls, each dedicated to different aspects of ancient Egyptian history, from the Old Kingdom to the Greco-Roman period. Your guide will offer fascinating insights and stories about the artifacts, ensuring that you understand the significance of each piece. After the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore the museum’s gift shop or take additional photos before heading back to Alexandria Port.

Prices

Group Size & Pricing

  • Per person$100 / person
  • 5-8 pax$110 / person
  • 2-4 pax$150 / person
  • Solo$300 / person

What’s included

Tour Includes

  • Private round-trip transportation from Alexandria Port.
  • All Transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
  • Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
  • Private Egyptologist guide (language you selected ).
  • Traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Bottled water during the visits.
  • All service charges and taxes.

Tour Excludes

  • Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • International Airfare ticket.
  • Tipping (Recommended)
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Pricing Policy

At Misk Tours, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless explicitly stated otherwise. However, we are pleased to accept payment in other major international currencies such as Euros (EUR), British Pounds (GBP), and others, based on the official daily exchange rate on the day of payment.

Day tour prices are fixed all year — there are no seasonal rates and no holiday supplement. The price depends only on the size of your group, and it is locked in once your payment is received.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How does the Grand Egyptian Museum tour from Alexandria Port work?

This is a full-day private trip of about 10 hours from Alexandria Port, and it runs every day. A private Egyptologist guide meets you when you arrive, and you travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the Grand Egyptian Museum. After the guided visit and some free time at the gift shop, you head back to the port. The exact timing is confirmed with your ship's schedule.

How far is the Grand Egyptian Museum from Alexandria Port?

The itinerary gives the drive from Alexandria Port to the museum as approximately 2.5 to 3 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle. Misk Tours builds its shore excursions around the ship's schedule, so send your ship's arrival and departure times when you contact us. The meeting point at the port is arranged with you once the schedule is known.

What does the price of the Alexandria Port museum tour include?

The price of $100 per person includes private round-trip transportation from Alexandria Port, all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees to the sites on the itinerary and a private Egyptologist guide. A traditional Egyptian lunch, bottled water, service charges and taxes are included too. You pay separately for tipping, the visa and your international flight.

What will I see at the Grand Egyptian Museum on this tour?

Your guide starts with the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his golden mask and royal jewelry, then leads you through halls covering the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom and the Greco-Roman period. The highlights mention more than 50,000 artifacts, and the guide explains the significance of each piece.

How do I pay for the tour from Alexandria Port?

Choose the tour date, the number of adults and children and the guide language, then pay the full amount online by card or mobile wallet. Day tours and excursions are paid at the time of booking, and a written confirmation arrives by email. Cancelling 30 or more days ahead brings a full refund minus bank fees.

Do children get a discount on the Grand Egyptian Museum tour from Alexandria Port?

Yes. Children under 6 travel free, and children aged 6 to 11 pay half of the adult fare. From age 12 the full price of $100 applies. Because the vehicle is private and takes up to 8 people, a family or a small group travels together.

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