- Luxor Museum - Your experienced local Egyptologist tour guide in Luxor will pick you up from your preferred location to commence your journey to the Luxor Museum. Established in 1975, this remarkable museum houses a carefully curated assortment of antiquities dating primarily from the Middle Kingdom (2055 BC – c. 1650 BC), most of which were meticulously collected from Theban temples and necropolises. The museum’s expansion, known as “the Glory of Thebes,” was introduced in 2004 and features a captivating array of artifacts from the New Kingdom period (1570 – 1050 BC), including two royal mummies, Ahmose I and Ramses I. Explore this fantastic collection, which offers insights into the era of the New Kingdom
- Mummification Museum - Next on your tour, you’ll proceed to explore the Luxor Mummification Museum. This intimate museum, accessible to the public since 1997, showcases both human and animal mummies, along with the tools employed in the intricate mummification procedure. Gain a profound understanding of the art of mummification, a sacred practice held by ancient Egyptians as essential for attaining eternal life. The museum also provides insights into the kinds of items typically interred alongside the departed.
- Expert Egyptologist guide
- Comfortable private A/C transfers
- Convenient pick-up & return in Luxor
- Access to key attractions included
- Refreshments with bottled water
- All service charges & taxes covered
- Gratuities
The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum, although frequently missed out in many tour plans, provide deep understanding into the rich ancient history of Egypt. Experience a unique half-day journey to both these museums with your own personal guide who is an expert in Egyptian history. The Luxor Museum offers ancient exhibits and mummified remains to explore, whereas the Mummification Museum lets you understand the equipment, methods, and results of ancient mummification procedures. The tour package includes admission costs and private, temperature-controlled travel to and from your hotel or port, ensuring a comprehensive and smooth trip. This private half-day tour of the Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum in Luxor is perfect for both history buffs and families, offering a fascinating look into the treasures of the Middle and New Kingdoms and the ancient Egyptian art of mummification.
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