Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
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Hotel Pickup
- Start with a pickup from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Your professional tour guide will accompany you, providing an introduction to the Grand Egyptian Museum and its significance during the drive.
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Arrival at the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Arrive at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world, covering an impressive 550,000 m².
- The museum, designed by the renowned Heneghan Peng architectural firm, is a marvel of modern design, blending ancient Egyptian culture with contemporary architecture.
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Explore the Museum's Collection
- Begin your guided tour through the museum’s vast galleries, which showcase around 100,000 artifacts that narrate the history of ancient Egypt.
- Highlights include displays of pharaonic treasures, royal statues, and objects that offer insight into the daily life, religious beliefs, and funerary practices of the ancient Egyptians.
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King Tutankhamun’s Treasures
- A special part of the tour will focus on the King Tutankhamun collection, which is set to be completely transferred to the GEM.
- Marvel at the extraordinary collection of over 5,000 items from the young pharaoh's tomb, including his famous golden mask, chariots, and personal belongings.
- Note: The transfer of King Tut’s entire collection to the GEM will be completed by July 3rd, in preparation for the official opening two weeks later.
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Architectural Highlights and Museum Grounds
- Take in the architectural beauty of the GEM, which offers stunning views of the nearby pyramids from its grand atrium and expansive grounds.
- Your guide will explain the unique design elements, including the translucent stone facade, and the connection between the museum and the Giza Plateau.
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Return to Hotel
- After the tour, you will be comfortably dropped off back at your hotel.
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