Ancient Egypt Louvre Guide: Specialized Tour

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• Duration: 2 hours
• Price: $196 per person
• Group size: max 6
• Guide type: Specialized Egypt expert
• Skip the line: yes
• Meeting point: Not specified

By the Numbers

• Rating: 4.4/5 (0 reviews)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Price: $196 per person
• Group Size: Maximum 6 people
• Guide: Specialized guide on ancient Egypt
• Meeting Point: Not specified — confirm with operator
• Key Works Covered: Sphinx of Tanis, Akhethetep's tomb, Egyptian mummies, Tutankhamun-era statues
• Operator: VISIT
• Languages: English

What's Included

• Skip-the-line entry ticket to the Louvre Museum
• 2-hour guided tour with specialized ancient Egypt expert
• Small group experience limited to 6 people maximum
• Access to Egyptian antiquities collection and reconstructed tomb

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities for guide
• Hotel pickup or drop-off
• Transport to meeting point
• Access to other museum departments beyond Egyptian collection

What Makes This Tour Different

This tour focuses exclusively on Egyptian antiquities with a specialized Egyptology guide, unlike general Louvre tours that spend 10-15 minutes in the Egyptian wing. At $196 for 2 hours with maximum 6 guests, you get dedicated access to one of the world's three largest Egyptian collections outside Egypt, including reconstructed tomb environments most visitors miss.

What You'll See

• Sphinx of Tanis — One of the largest sphinxes outside Egypt, dating from the reign of Amenemheb (12th century BC), displayed in the Sully Wing
• Akhethetep's tomb — Reconstructed mastaba tomb from Saqqara (circa 2400 BC) with original painted reliefs showing daily life in ancient Egypt
• Egyptian temple ruins — Architectural fragments and columns from actual temples, integrated into the former royal palace rooms
• Louvre mummies and sarcophagi — Including the famous mummy associated with the Belphegor ghost legend that has become part of museum folklore
• Tutankhamun-era statues — Sculptures and portraits from Egypt's New Kingdom period (1550-1070 BC), representing the golden age of pharaonic art. The Louvre's Egyptian collection spans over 4,000 years, making it one of the most comprehensive outside Cairo's Egyptian Museum.

The Itinerary

Enter through reserved access and proceed directly to the Sully Wing's Egyptian Antiquities department on the ground and first floors. Begin with the Sphinx of Tanis and large-scale sculptures (30 minutes), then explore the reconstructed Akhethetep tomb with detailed wall paintings (25 minutes). Standing inside the meticulously reconstructed mastaba tomb transports you 4,400 years back to ancient Saqqara's necropolis. Continue to the mummy and sarcophagi displays, including the Belphegor mummy (20 minutes), and conclude with New Kingdom statuary from the Tutankhamun period (25 minutes). Total route covers approximately 800 meters through climate-controlled Egyptian galleries across two floors.

Practical Info

• Bag Restrictions: Items exceeding 55x35x20 cm are not permitted. Free lockers available under the Pyramid for oversized items.
• Photography: Allowed without flash in Egyptian collection. No tripods or selfie sticks permitted in galleries.
• Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes essential. Tour involves 800 meters of walking on marble floors across two levels.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible via elevators to all Egyptian galleries. Free wheelchair loans at information desk.
• Best Time to Visit: Wednesday or Friday evening tours available when museum stays open until 9 PM with reduced crowds.
• Re-entry: Not permitted. Once you exit museum wings, you cannot return with same ticket.
• Free Cancellation: Available — check specific policy terms with operator before booking.
• What to Bring: Valid photo ID, camera, comfortable shoes, light jacket (galleries are air-conditioned year-round).
• Museum Closure: Closed every Tuesday. Also closed January 1, May 1, December 25.
• Audio Guide: Not included — specialized guide provides live commentary throughout tour.

Tour Format

Small-group 2-hour guided museum tour with specialized ancient Egypt expert, skip-the-line entry, meeting at designated location inside the Louvre.

Best For

• Ancient Egypt enthusiasts wanting expert commentary beyond standard museum labels and audio guides
• Visitors seeking focused exploration of one collection rather than rushed highlights of multiple departments
• History buffs interested in 4,000 years of Egyptian civilization through artifacts, mummies, and reconstructed tomb environments
• Travelers preferring intimate 6-person maximum groups over standard 20-25 person museum tours

Insider Tip

The reconstructed Akhethetep tomb is photographed far less than the Mona Lisa but offers the most immersive ancient Egypt experience in Paris — the original limestone blocks were transported from Saqqara and reassembled with millimeter precision in 1903.