Excursions
Egypt
Executive Travel Egypt representative will pick you up from your hotel to A Journey Through Time at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) the world's largest museum dedicated to a single civilization and a modern architectural marvel located just two kilometers from the iconic Giza Pyramids. The GEM offers an unparalleled journey through Egypt's ancient heritage, housing over 100,000 artifacts that trace the journey of this extraordinary civilization from prehistoric times to the Roman era.
Tour Highlights & Must-See Collections
Our tour takes you through the museum's most spectacular areas and exhibitions:
The Grand Hall (Atrium): Your journey begins in the breathtaking atrium, where you are greeted by the colossal, 11-meter (37 ft) statue of King Ramses II, a spectacular introduction to the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
The Grand Staircase: Ascend the six-story grand staircase, which functions as an open-air gallery lined with over 60 monumental statues, columns, and sarcophagi. Each step takes you chronologically through Egypt's dynasties, offering panoramic views of the Giza Pyramids from the upper levels.
Tutankhamun Galleries: For the first time in history, the entire collection of over 5,000 artifacts from the tomb of the Boy King, Tutankhamun, is displayed together in one place. Marvel at his iconic golden mask, golden shrines, chariots, jewelry, and everyday items, revealing the private life of Egypt's most famous pharaoh.
Khufu's Boats Museum: Witness a masterpiece of ancient engineering: the fully reconstructed 4,500-year-old solar boat of Pharaoh Khufu, discovered near the Great Pyramid and believed to have carried his soul to the heavens.
Main Galleries: Explore twelve main exhibition halls that are organized chronologically and thematically (Society, Kingship, and Beliefs), displaying thousands of artifacts that illuminate the daily lives, industries, and spiritual beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. You will transfer back to your hotel.