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Cairo Day Tour: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is a tour or activity in Cairo, about 4 hours long. It costs about CAD $79 per person, with 4 options at different prices. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
Step into the story of Egypt like never before at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), where thousands of years of history are presented in one extraordinary journey. What makes this experience unique is the chance to explore rare artifacts not found in other museums, including the world’s oldest prosthetic toe, a 30,000-year-old human skeleton, and the final Kaaba Cover (Kiswa) ever made in Egypt.
Unlike standard museum visits, this private experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation, and a professional Egyptologist guide who transforms every exhibit into a fascinating story. The visit also features the remarkable Mahmal, once used in the grand ceremonial procession carrying the Kaaba cover from Egypt to Saudi Arabia.
Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers, this tour offers a deeper cultural perspective beyond the pyramids, making it one of Cairo’s most enriching and memorable experiences.
fromCAD $79per person (approx.)
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Prices are per person in CAD. They are approximate, converted from Viator's price, and the final price is shown on Viator. You choose your option on Viator.
Adult (12+)
$86
Child (6 to 11)
$43
Adult (12+)
$157
Child (6 to 11)
$57
Adult (12+)
$172
Child (6 to 11)
$57
Adult (12+)
$179
Child (6 to 11)
$57
Begin your half-day tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by your professional tour guide. Head to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), one of Egypt’s most important cultural institutions. Inside the Main Exhibition Hall, explore the four core crafts that shaped Egyptian civilization: pottery, woodwork, textiles, and ornaments. Discover fascinating and unique artifacts, including the world’s oldest prosthetic toe, a 30,000-year-old human skeleton, and the historic Kaaba Cover (Kiswa)—the last one produced in Egypt during the era of President Gamal Abdel Nasser. You will also see the Mahmal, which was once used to transport the Kaaba cover from Egypt to Saudi Arabia in a grand annual procession. After completing your museum visit, relax as you are comfortably transferred back to your hotel, concluding your tour with ease.
Admission included
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.
Cairo Day Tour: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization costs about CAD $79 per person, and up to CAD $179 per adult for the dearest option. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 4 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes Private transportation; Entrance fees; In-vehicle air conditioning; Egyptologist guide. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
Not included: Tipping; Lunch. Plan to pay separately for anything that is not listed as included. The full list is on the Viator page.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Hotel pickup is available for Cairo Day Tour: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, or you can meet at the start point. The operator sets the pickup areas and times. Check them on Viator before you book.
Cairo Day Tour: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization has child pricing for ages 6 to 11. Adult pricing applies from age 12. The operator sets the age bands and any age limits. Check them on Viator before you book.
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