Alexandria Shore Discovery Tour
Explore Alexandria from your cruise ship on a private shore excursion to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa and Qaitbay Citadel.
Alexandria Shore Excursions
Cairo Shore Tour from Alexandria Port
Travel from Alexandria Port to Cairo for a private shore excursion to Saladin's Citadel, Coptic Cairo and Khan el-Khalili.
Private shore excursion (8 Hours)AlexandriaPrivate planningFrom USD 75
A closer look.
Explore Cairo's Islamic and Coptic heritage on a private excursion from Alexandria Port.
The route includes Saladin's Citadel, historic churches and Khan el-Khalili market. Your driver and guide plan the visits and return journey around the time available during your ship's port call.
- Private round-trip port transfers
- Citadel of Saladin and Alabaster Mosque
- Hanging Church in Old Coptic Cairo
- Historic Islamic streetscapes
- Bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.
01
Alexandria Port Meet & Outward Transfer
Meet your private coordinator at the Alexandria cruise terminal exit. Board your comfortable vehicle for the morning drive through the Nile Delta to Cairo.
02
Historic Cairo: Citadel & Coptic Quarter & Islamic Monuments & Khan el-Khalili
Tour the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali with your guide. Walk through Old Coptic Cairo's ancient churches and explore the lively alleys of Khan el-Khalili.
03
Roman Alexandria: Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa & Pompey's Pillar
Pause at Pompey's Pillar on your return toward Alexandria and view the subterranean rock-cut chambers of the Roman Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa.
04
Waterfront Landmarks: Qaitbay Citadel & Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Glance across Alexandria's Mediterranean harbour to view the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel and pass the sweeping facade of the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
05
Return Transfer to Alexandria
Drive directly back to Alexandria Port with plenty of time in hand, rejoining your ship well before its scheduled evening departure.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Alexandria 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: $120 | 2 Persons: $75 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $61 / person | 6+ Persons: $53 / 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.
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 $75 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $120 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $61 per person, and 6+ guests pay $53 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.
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 Alexandria 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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