EF World Journeys Announces that the Grand Egyptian Museum is the Experience of the Year for 2026

EF World Journeys, the leader in experiential, guided travel from Gen Z to Baby Boomers, today announced that the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the tour company's first "Experience of the Year" award winner for 2026. This instantly iconic archaeological and national museum just had its official grand opening and is located near the Giza Pyramid Complex, in Giza, Egypt.

Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
- Location: Near the Giza Pyramid Complex, Giza, Egypt.
- Scale: Reported to be the largest museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization, housing around 100,000 artifacts spanning seven millennia—from pre-dynastic Egypt to the Greek and Roman eras.
- Highlight Exhibit: The intact tomb of Tutankhamun, including his gold mask, throne, and chariots.

EF World Journeys Recognition
- GEM has been awarded “Experience of the Year 2026” by EF World Journeys’ family of tour operator brands:
- EF Go Ahead Tours (multi-generational/families, custom group tours)
- EF Adventures (active travel for all ages)
- EF Ultimate Break (18–35-year-old travelers)
- The award reflects traveler interest, feedback, and bookings, highlighting GEM’s global appeal.

Other Top Experiences for 2026
EF World Journeys also spotlighted trending immersive experiences across its brands, including:
- Chimpanzee Sanctuary at Chimp Eden (South Africa)
- Dinner with a Sicilian Contessa (Italy)
- ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary (Thailand)
- Cultural immersion in Misminay Community (Peru)
- Bernina Express train ride (Switzerland–Italy)
- Overnight stay at Ashridge House (UK)
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery hike (Bhutan)
- Saharan Desert Jeep ride (Morocco)
- Cycling the Stelvio Pass (Italy)
- Surfing lessons in Costa Rica

Why It Matters
- EF World Journeys emphasizes experiential travel—immersive, educational, and culturally rich journeys.
- The GEM recognition underscores Egypt’s growing tourism rebound and positions the museum as a must-visit global destination for 2026.
- It reflects EF’s mission to connect travelers with meaningful cultural experiences across 400+ destinations worldwide.

Big Picture:
The Grand Egyptian Museum isn’t just a new landmark—it’s a cultural epicenter redefining how travelers engage with Ancient Egypt. EF World Journeys’ recognition amplifies its status as one of the most anticipated travel experiences globally in 2026