The Grand Egyptian Museum
A Crowning Achievement
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Hotel
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Meals
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Transfer
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Staff Guide
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$115 pp
Adults ≥ 17 Yrs Group of 2
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$100 pp
Groups 3-5 adults
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$95 pp
Groups ≥ 6 adults
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$60 pp
Child 6 – 16.9 Yrs
Overview
The Egyptian government’s objective was to offer its citizens and visitors a place where they could see and learn everything about their Pharaonic civilization. Its foundation stone was laid by the former President Hosni Mubarak in 2002. It is part of a new master plan for the Giza Plateau, known as “Giza 2030”. And whilst it has taken years to fruition, the wait was certainly worth it. It is the largest archaeological museum devoted to a single civilisation in the world. Its outstanding design is awe inspiring with views of the neighbouring Giza Plateau (2 kilometres away) and pyramids ever present as you wander its enormous expanse. It occupies a site of over 50 hectares (123 acres).
The museum is, in itself, a realisation of a grand plan whose proportions are not dissimilar to the great pyramids. Great plans that are developed by the Egyptians are delivered on and that is the history of their efforts. Of course, there are always questions about the cost and the effort of such visions, but they were the same questions asked by the ancient Egyptians.
Building the great pyramids united a nation and built Egypt. The Grand Egyptian Museum is one of the cornerstones to renew tourism. And yet it doesn’t sit alone.  Not far away is another grand plan, that is New Cairo. And that’s not a meek plan either. But it continues the implementation of innovation, vision and commitment. And when you enter the Grand Egyptian Museum, you are connecting with a spirit which is part of Egyptian DNA. You will not be impressed by the museum, you will be awestruck! The realisation of grand plans do that.
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Ancient Egyptian Research Association
One Horizon Africa is a member of AERA. AERA brings together archaeologists and specialists from around the world to address questions regarding the origin, nature, and development of the Egyptian state. By becoming a member of AERA you support the training of young Egyptian archaeologists and the survey, mapping, excavation, and the analysis of archaeological sites. We encourage everyone to become a member and support the work of AERA.
Itinerary
What Can You Expect to See at the Great Egyptian Museum?
- The Museum will display around 100,000 ancient artifacts spanning 7,000 years of Egyptian history. The main galleries are divided along four eras: predynastic and Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom, and Greco-Roman.
- The main attraction is the full tomb collection of King Tutankhamun. The collection includes about 5,000 items in total and was relocated from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
- In August 2021 the reconstructed Khufu ship, a solar barque, was relocated to the Grand Egyptian Museum from the Giza Solar boat museum beside the Great Pyramid.
- The Statue of Ramesses II occupies the largest central atrium in the museum. In 2006, the 3,200 years old Statue of Ramesses II was relocated from Ramses Square in Cairo to the Museum. It was moved to the atrium of the museum in January 2018. It weighs 83 tons
- The building’s north and south walls line up directly with the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the Pyramid of Menkaure.
- The Grand Staircase consisting of long stairs lined with 87 statues of kings and gods in Egyptian civilization.
- The Grand Egyptian Museum hosts a children’s museum, conference center, training center, and workshops designed similarly to the old Pharaonic places.
About Lunch
We enjoy taking our guess out for lunch because it’s another way to experience Egyptian culture. We just want to make the following points. We only take our guests to the best restaurants. We place good hygiene and cleanliness as the number 1 priority. The restaurants offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. If you choose to pass on lunch, we won’t take it personally. But please be assured, your health and safety is our overriding priority.
Inclusions
This half day tour can be combined with other tours for a full day’s activities. The other tours include Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Old Cairo (Coptic and Islamic History), the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, Stairways to Eternity (The Pyramids of Giza) and many others. Please enquire at One Horizon for your options.
- Pick up and return to your hotel
- Water
- Lunch
- Services of an English-speaking guide
- (Optional) Membership of the Ancient Egyptian Research Association (AERA) which supports the training of young Egyptian archaeologists and field work excavations in Egypt
Exclusions
- Personal expenditure of any kind
- Tips
- Alcoholic Drinks and extra meals (other than those stated in the itinerary)
videos
We would like to acknowledge Luxor Times for this video which is publicly available on You Tube.
ARCHAEOLOGY 2.0
Dr Mark Lehner ranks amongst the most outstanding Egyptologists of the modern era. Within a select group of Egyptologists such as Petrie, Carter, Hawass and others, Mark has earned his international reputation based on over 40 years of conducting research and excavations in Egypt. His discoveries, such as the workers village close to the Giza Pyramids, and his academic treatise and publications have contributed greatly to the world’s understanding of ancient Egypt. Mark is also the founder of the Ancient Egyptians Research Associates (AERA) whose work includes training the next generation of Egyptian Egyptologists.
Within One Horizon, training our tour guides so that they provide our clients with the most factual, up to date and insightful information draws heavily from Mark’s 40 years of research, analysis and dedication. And so, our guides remain at the forefront of current learnings and knowledge that enhances our guests Egyptian experience with us.
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