Port Said Shore Excursions

Egyptian Museum & Coptic Cairo from Port Said

Travel from Port Said to Cairo for a private shore excursion to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and Coptic Cairo.

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The Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square in Cairo
The Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square, Cairo. This is the historic Tahrir museum, separate from the Grand Egyptian Museum; displayed collections and access may change. Photo: V Manninen from Funland. License: CC BY 2.0.
Private shore excursion (8 Hours)Port SaidPrivate planningFrom USD 145

A closer look.

Meet your driver at Port Said for the road journey to Cairo.

Visit the Egyptian Museum with your Egyptologist guide, then explore Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Abu Serga. The itinerary and return journey must fit your ship's port schedule.

  • Convenient shore excursion from Port Said
  • Classical Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
  • Historic Hanging Church in Old Cairo
  • Punctual port return ahead of departure

Your itinerary.

Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.

01

Port Said Port Meet & Outward Transfer

Meet your private driver at Port Said passenger terminal and begin the scenic highway journey southward across the delta plains toward central Cairo.

02

The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square

Explore the historic halls of the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, discovering royal pharaonic statuary, ancient funerary masks, and limestone reliefs with your guide.

03

Historic Cairo: Coptic Quarter

Walk along the peaceful stone alleys of Old Coptic Cairo to visit the renowned Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius, and historic synagogues.

04

Return Transfer to Port Said

Rejoin your vehicle for the return journey north to Port Said Port, arriving comfortably ahead of your cruise ship's evening all-aboard deadline.

Included in the proposal.

  • Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Port Said pickup point and back
  • Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
  • Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary

Not included unless quoted.

  • International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)

Solo Traveler: $232 | 2 Persons: $145 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $119 / person | 6+ Persons: $102 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.

Port clearance and all-aboard buffer

Pickup depends on when passengers are allowed ashore. Share your cruise line, ship, arrival time and all-aboard deadline when enquiring so the team can assess the road journey and allow a suitable return margin.

Museum and monument admission specifics

This itinerary visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Confirm the entrance tickets included in your quotation. Special tombs and pyramid interiors may need separate tickets and advance arrangements.

Photos and confirmed arrangements

Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

What are the rates for different group sizes?

This tour is private. Rates start at $145 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $232 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $119 per person, and 6+ guests pay $102 per person.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.

Which Cairo museum or monument selection does this itinerary follow?

The itinerary names the museum and monuments planned for your visit, including the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. If you prefer a different museum, discuss that change before the quotation is confirmed.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.

Where will we be picked up?

The permitted meeting point at Port Said Port, coordinated with your ship's arrival. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.

How is my booking confirmed?

Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.

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