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.