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Grand Egyptian Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Private Hotel Transfers

Restored statues on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt.
Ancient Egyptian Artifacts at the Grand Egyptian Museum
Artefacts displayed in the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt.
Visitors exploring artifacts at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo with skip-the-line tickets.

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08:00am - 07:00pm

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    • Skip the line and explore Egypt’s past through one of the most comprehensive collections of artifacts spanning from prehistoric to Roman-era Egypt.

    • Wander 12 galleries filled with royal statues, tools, and treasures that tell the story of Egypt’s rich history.

    • See iconic features like the Grand Hall and Hanging Obelisk, visible from the museum’s entrance.

    • Take a self-guided tour and enjoy the flexibility to create your own path through the museum’s vast collection.

    • This tour comes with private hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza, with the option to upgrade to round-trip transfers for added convenience.

    • Skip-the-line entry to the Grand Egyptian Museum

    • Access to 12 galleries

    • Private one-way or round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

**Your Experience (Summary)**Skip the long lines and dive straight into Egypt’s ancient world—no crowds, no confusion, just seamless entry and private transport.

Getting started

Your day begins with a private hotel pick-up from Cairo or Giza. Upon arrival at the Grand Egyptian Museum, head directly to the priority entrance. Security checks are in place—please keep your ID handy. Show your mobile voucher to receive your entry wristband and proceed inside.

What to expect

This is Egypt’s newest cultural landmark, built to be the largest archaeological museum in the world. It’s home to over 100,000 artifacts, many on display for the first time.

Features

  • Visit the world’s only Hanging Obelisk, suspended dramatically over the museum plaza.

  • Walk through the Grand Hall and Grand Staircase, surrounded by monumental statues.

  • Access 12 thematic galleries that cover ancient Egyptian history from prehistoric to Roman times.

  • See highlights like the statue of Scribe Nefer and rare tools from the early dynasties.

  • Enjoy a quieter, more focused visit with flexible private transfer options to suit your schedule.

  • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

    Monday08:00am - 07:00pm
    Tuesday08:00am - 07:00pm
    Wednesday08:00am - 07:00pm
    Thursday08:00am - 07:00pm
    Friday08:00am - 07:00pm
    Saturday08:00am - 10:00pm
    Sunday08:00am - 10:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Non-Egyptians: Must present a copy of their passport at the entrance.

    • Local visitors: Required to show a valid photo ID for entry.

    What’s not allowed

    • Outside food and beverages, drones, selfie sticks, tripods, flash photography, live streaming, and commercial use of photos and videos without prior permission are not allowed.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Entry is permitted from 8:30am to 7pm (until 10pm on Sat & Wed); galleries close one hour earlier.

    • The museum is closed during official holidays.

    • Ramadan timings: 8:30am–5pm for complex, 9am–4pm for galleries.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Hotel transfers

    • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

    • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

    • This is applicable to all hotels in Cairo and Giza. If staying elsewhere, additional charges may apply.

    • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

    • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

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