Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
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5.0/5
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Quick answer
Is Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization worth booking?
Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is a 6-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $40 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Book with us this private half-day guided tour to explore the Egyptian Museum and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization on a tour that includes door-to-door transport from Cairo or Giza hotels and a qualified Egyp
What you get
- bottle of water
- Pick up from hotel and drop off by air conditioning car.
- Qualified English Speaking Egyptology guide
About this experience
Book with us this private half-day guided tour to explore the Egyptian Museum and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization on a tour that includes door-to-door transport from Cairo or Giza hotels and a qualified Egyptologist tour guide. Walk among animal mummies, marvel at the jewelry collection of King Tutankhamun. Your guide will lead you to the highlights, to cover the masterpieces and explain the stories behind them in both museums.
What's included
Included
- bottle of water
- Pick up from hotel and drop off by air conditioning car.
- Qualified English Speaking Egyptology guide
Not included
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing
- Tipping to the guide and driver.
- Lunch is optional in this tour.
- Available to pick Travelers at Cairo airport, 6th.Oct or New Cairo hotels with extra 10$ USD per.p
- Available to drop Travelers at Cairo airport, 6th.Oct or New Cairo hotels with extra 10$ USD per.p
What you'll see and do
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by an expert certified tour guide to start your half day tour visiting the Egyptian museum of 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.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
Proceed to The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization The main Exhibition Hall show the four main crafts that shaped the Egyptian civilization: pottery, wood, Textile and ornaments. You can see over there the oldest prosthetic toe all over the world, the skeleton of a man dates back to 30000 years ago, the Kaaba Cover (kiswaa Al kaaba) which was the last one made in Egypt during the time of president Naser and the Mahmal which it used to carry the cover from Egypt to Saudia Arabia every year in a great parade. The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is considered the first museum all over the world exhibit a comprehensive view for the Egyptian Civilization through the history from prehistory till the modern history. NMEC exhibit several objects to show starting with the predynastic and Ancient Egyptian period, the Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic and modern history. After the tour finish you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Super Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $100
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.
How much does Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Giza usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Giza is not rushed.
Is Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Giza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Giza can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Giza and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cairo Private Day: The Egyptian Museum&National Museum of Egyptian Civilization start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Giza within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Giza?
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On Outty we rank every Giza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping and Nile Dinner Cruise, Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Nile Felucca or Bazaar. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Giza?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Giza?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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