The Egyptian Travel Agents Associations reported on Tuesday that the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will be closed from June 15th to July 5th, in preparations for its grand opening.
This came in a circular from the association to all companies operating in the tourism sector, urging them not to include GEM in their tourism programs during that period.
The association said it had received a statement from the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities stating that as part of preparations for the opening ceremony of the museum, the ministry is undergoing logical work during that period.
A Grand boost for tourism
The Egyptian private tourism sector plans to capitalize on the GEM’s opening ceremony for tourism marketing and promotion of Egypt on a larger and wider scale.
It aims to provide further tourism incentives and multiple marketing elements to attract tourists to different tourist cities, in addition to creating exciting entertainment activities for tourists to enjoy throughout the day.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly revealed early in 2025 that the highly anticipated opening of the GEM will span several days, with government directives aimed at delivering a globally acclaimed celebration that showcases Egypt’s tourism and progress.
There are preparations at the highest level, starting from airports, hotels, and roads, all the way to the celebration venue.
“It is very important that the country appears in its most beautiful image,” Madbouly said.
