Unlocking Tutankhamun – Grand Egyptian Museum Opening Tour 2025

Hotel Pick-Up & Transfer

Our representative will meet you at your hotel lobby at the scheduled time.
You will travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle directly to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
During the short ride, our representative will give you a brief introduction about the day’s experience.
Cold mineral water will be provided for your comfort.
Arrival at the GEM main gate with priority group entry (skip-the-line).

The Grand Atrium
Meeting with your professional Egyptologist guide who will accompany you throughout.

Key highlights in the Atrium:
- Ramses II colossus (11 meters high): the eternal guardian of the museum.
- Suspended Obelisk: unique display where visitors can walk underneath and view inscriptions from rare angles.
- Victory Columns & Ptolemaic statues: monumental pieces reflecting power and legacy.

Guide’s storytelling here provides context for the journey through Egypt’s 5,000-year history.

The Grand Staircase Experience
The staircase rises through six stories, acting as a visual timeline of Egypt’s civilization.

Divided into four thematic zones:
1.Royal Image: colossal statues and reliefs showing pharaohs chosen by gods.
2.Divine Houses: depictions of temples and offerings.
3.Kings & Gods: the sacred relationship between rulers and deities.
4.Journey to Eternity: beliefs in death, resurrection, and rebirth as Osiris or a star.

At the top, through the glass façade, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pyramids of Giza, symbolically linking the ancient wonders with the museum’s treasures.

Tutankhamun’s Treasures

For the first time in history, all 5,000+ artifacts from King Tutankhamun’s tomb are displayed in one place.
The guide will highlight:
- The Golden Mask – symbol of Ancient Egypt.
- Jeweled dagger & weapons – including the meteorite-iron dagger.
- Ceremonial chariots & furniture – used by the boy-king.
- Royal jewelry, amulets, and statues – masterpieces of craftsmanship.

The Main Galleries
Guided exploration of 12 galleries covering Egypt’s entire timeline:
- Prehistoric & Early Dynasties: rise of the Nile civilization, first kings.
- Old & Middle Kingdoms: pyramid builders, royal art, daily life artifacts.
- New Kingdom (Golden Age): temples, statues, and treasures of pharaohs like Ramses II, Hatshepsut, and Akhenaten.
- Late & Ptolemaic Periods: Greek influence, multicultural Egypt, including Cleopatra’s era.
- Roman Period & Coptic beginnings: transition into new cultural layers.

Each gallery includes modern lighting, 3D reconstructions, multilingual panels, and interactive touchscreens.

Lunch & Shopping
Lunch at local restaurant at Giza

Free time for shopping in official museum boutiques featuring:
- Papyrus artwork.
- Replica statues.
- Jewelry inspired by ancient designs.

Hotel Return
Transfer back to the hotel in a private vehicle with Egypt Safari Tours.