Horizon of Khufu: Journey to Ancient Egypt

4.6(1293)

Duration: 45 min

Experience: Virtual reality expediti…

Ages: 10+ · Under 16 with an a…

Format: Indoor · air-conditioned

From£15.00-15%

£12.75

Experience highlights What you'll enjoy

4,500 years back in time
Dive into an expedition to the heart of ancient Egypt, 4,500 years ago.
Walk the Great Pyramid in VR
Move freely through the Great Pyramid of Giza with virtual reality technology.
Hidden corridors and Bastet
Enter forbidden corridors, uncover the mysteries of the Queen's Chamber and meet the goddess Bastet.
Small-group expedition
An intimate and educational experience designed especially for small groups.
Made with a Harvard Egyptologist
Developed in collaboration with Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian of Harvard University.

On the day How it works

Arrive early and check in
Arrive about 15 minutes before your session, check in and leave your belongings in the lockers. Late arrivals may not be admitted.
Put on your VR headset
Our team will help you put on the headset and explain how everything works, so you can simply enjoy the journey.
Explore the Great Pyramid
Walk freely in a shared virtual space for about 45 minutes, guided by a virtual guide, with staff on hand throughout.

In short About the experience

Put on your virtual reality headset and travel thousands of years back to the heart of ancient Egypt. Explore the Great Pyramid of Giza as it was more than 4,500 years ago, walk its mysterious corridors, enter the Queen's Chamber and try to meet the goddess Bastet in a one-of-a-kind immersive expedition.

Created by Excurio and developed with Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian and the Giza Project team at Harvard University, the expedition combines architecture, science and history for an authentic, educational and unforgettable immersion.

About the venueTransmission House

Address
Transmission House, 11 Tib St, Manchester, M4 1AF
Parking
Manchester Northern Quarter Car Park is right next to Transmission House.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from the experience?

An immersive virtual reality expedition that takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt: explore the inside of the Great Pyramid, meet the goddess Bastet and much more, together with a virtual guide and our on-site team.

Where does the experience take place?

Transmission House, 11 Tib St, Manchester M4 1AF

Is it indoors or outdoors?

The experience takes place indoors in an air-conditioned space.

How long does it last?

The virtual reality experience lasts about 45 minutes. Please allow about 1 hour in total to leave your belongings and pick up and return the equipment.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 10. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Can I buy food and drink on site?

No food or drink is sold at the venue, but there are cafés and restaurants nearby.

Is there parking?

Manchester Northern Quarter Car Park is right next to Transmission House.

Can I change the date of my ticket? Are refunds allowed?

Date and time changes are possible up to 48 hours before your session, subject to availability: contact us with your ticket ID, or look for the "Change date and/or time" button in the Tickets section of the Fever app. Refunds are not permitted.

Can I transfer my tickets to someone else?

Yes, you can transfer your tickets to anyone for free by tapping "Transfer tickets" on your ticket in the Fever app.

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