Day trip to the museums in Cairo from Sokhna port
Overview
Join one of our best-rated Egypt day tours from Sokhna Port and discover Cairo’s top museums in one unforgettable journey. This expertly guided Egypt shore excursion takes you through time—starting at The Egyptian Museum, with its priceless pharaonic treasures, then continuing to the innovative National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, home to the Royal Mummies Hall.
The next place on your Sokhna shore trip must be the luxurious Abdeen Palace, one of Egypt’s most glamorous royal edifices reflecting modern history and architecture. Ostensibly, this well-balanced Sokhna shore excurison is just the ideal cultural day trip combining ancient wonders with modern heritage from the cruise stop.
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Join one of our best-rated Egypt day tours from Sokhna Port and discover Cairo’s top museums in one unforgettable journey. This expertly guided Egypt shore excursion takes you through time—starting at The Egyptian Museum, with its priceless pharaonic treasures, then continuing to the innovative National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, home to the Royal Mummies Hall.
The next place on your Sokhna shore trip must be the luxurious Abdeen Palace, one of Egypt’s most glamorous royal edifices reflecting modern history and architecture. Ostensibly, this well-balanced Sokhna shore excurison is just the ideal cultural day trip combining ancient wonders with modern heritage from the cruise stop.
Discover more Egypt tours, Egypt Nile Cruise Tours, and a whole range of customized shore excursions from Sokhna to suit your style of traveling.
Inclusion
- Expert Egypt tours tour guide and tour leader
- Transport provided in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Water bottled given during your Egypt day tour.
- Lunch included during your Cairo day tour visits.
- Entrance fees for all sites that appear on your itinerary.
- All taxes and charges included therein.
Exclusion
- Any extra visits are not included.
- Beverage during meals.
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Start your unforgettable day tour from Sokhna Port with a pick-up from your cruise ship. You’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to explore three of the most iconic museums in Cairo—making this one of the most enriching Egypt shore excursions available.
The Egyptian Museum
Begin your Cairo museum tour at the famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, a treasure trove of ancient history. With one of the largest collections of antiquities in the world, it features royal coffins, papyri, ancient ornaments, and grand statues. The museum showcases artefacts from multiple eras, including the Greek and Roman periods. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, who received an international architecture award in 1895, it stands as a masterpiece of cultural heritage. This stop is a must for anyone interested in Egypt day tours.
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)
You will now proceed to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in historic Fustat in Old Cairo. The museum is a panoptic presentation of Egyptian history through the millennia—from prehistory into the present. It houses the famous Royal Mummies Hall, a highlight that tops many Sokhna Port tours. Its setting among historic monuments symbolized Egypt legacy of religious coexistence and cultural richness.
Abdeen Palace
Continue your Cairo tour from Sokhna by visiting Abdeen Palace, one of Egypt most elegantly styled royal palaces. Built and designed under Khedive Ismail in the 19th century, it played a role in transforming Cairo into a European-style capital with large boulevards, elegant architecture, and lush gardens.Today it is home to several museums of royal collections, rare weapons, and diplomatic gifts, which makes it an excellent jewel in any best Egypt tours collection.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll be comfortably transferred back to Sokhna Port, concluding your culturally rich Egypt shore excursion.
Included Meal: Lunch
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $260 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $170 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $130 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $100 Per Person |
Start from : $100
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The winter season, which runs from October to April, is the ideal time to travel to Egypt. The weather is temperate and pleasant, while the evenings can get chilly. Expect heavy crowds if you travel during the months of December through January because these are the busiest travel times. The best time to visit the beaches and avoid the summertime tourist crush would be from March to May. At this time of year, temperatures are nice and tourist attractions are not overly busy.
Yes, a knowledgeable guide will accompany you throughout the museum visits. The guide will provide you with fascinating insights into the exhibits, share historical and cultural information, and answer any questions you may have. Their expertise will enhance your experience and make the tour more engaging and informative.
The specific museums included in the tour may vary depending on the tour package and itinerary. However, popular museums that are commonly included are the Egyptian Museum and the Museum of Islamic Art. These museums offer a rich collection of ancient artifacts, including pharaonic treasures, mummies, Islamic art, and historical artifacts.
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