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Cairo Day Tours
Egyptian Museum Private Half-Day Tour
Explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square on a private half-day tour, with an Egyptologist guide to help you choose the collection highlights.
Private day tourCairoPrivate planningFrom USD 85
A closer look.
Spend a morning or afternoon at the Egyptian Museum in central Cairo.
Your private Egyptologist guide helps you explore the statues, coffins, jewellery and other ancient objects in the collection. Share your interests in advance so the visit can focus on the periods and displays you most want to see.
- Classic 1902 Egyptian Museum building
- Old Kingdom limestone masterworks
- Pharaonic sarcophagi and mummy masks
- Tutankhamun collection galleries
- Private vehicle transfers included
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.
01
Cairo Pickup & Route Introduction
Your Egyptologist guide meets you at your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to downtown Tahrir Square.
02
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
Follow an expert route through the ground and upper floors, examining the Narmer Palette, statues of Khufu and Khafre, royal coffins and celebrated ancient artifacts.
03
Return Transfer to Cairo
Conclude your museum exploration and rejoin your private vehicle for a smooth transfer back to your hotel or designated city location.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo pickup point and back
- Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
- Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary
Not included unless quoted.
- International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
- Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew
The practical details.
Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)
Solo Traveler: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.
Walking, steps and sun protection
Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.
Museum and monument admission specifics
This itinerary visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Confirm the entrance tickets included in your quotation. Special tombs and pyramid interiors may need separate tickets and advance arrangements.
Photos and confirmed arrangements
Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.
The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.
Good to know.
What are the rates for different group sizes?
This tour is private. Rates start at $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 per person.
Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?
Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.
Which Cairo museum or monument selection does this itinerary follow?
The itinerary names the museum and monuments planned for your visit, including the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. If you prefer a different museum, discuss that change before the quotation is confirmed.
Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?
Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.
Where will we be picked up?
Your Cairo hotel or an agreed meeting point. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.
How is my booking confirmed?
Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.
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