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 Museums Excursion from Alexandria Port
Explore NMEC and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo on a private shore excursion from Alexandria Port, with coastal stops as time allows.
Private shore excursion (8 Hours)AlexandriaPrivate planningFrom USD 85
A closer look.
Travel from Alexandria Port to Cairo to visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
The proposed route also includes Alexandria's coastal landmarks. Confirm the order and number of visits against your ship's port window and the full road journey.
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- Royal Mummies Hall in Fustat
- Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square
- Alexandria Roman Catacombs
- Citadel of Qaitbay waterfront views
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 driver directly outside the Alexandria cruise passenger terminal and begin the air-conditioned overland journey across the desert highway toward Cairo.
02
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)
Tour the grand chronological exhibition hall in Fustat and visit the underground Royal Mummies gallery, housing twenty-two ancient pharaohs in purpose-built climatic vaults.
03
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
Explore the historic neoclassical museum in downtown Cairo, walking through galleries filled with Old Kingdom statuary, gilded sarcophagi, and Middle Kingdom masterworks.
04
Roman Alexandria: Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa & Pompey's Pillar
Return to Alexandria to explore the subterranean rock-cut Roman catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa and the towering red Aswan granite column of Pompey's Pillar.
05
Waterfront Landmarks: Qaitbay Citadel & Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Trace the Mediterranean Corniche past the modern library building to inspect the exterior of the 15th-century maritime fortress of Qaitbay.
06
Return Transfer to Alexandria
Arrive back at Alexandria Port with ample buffer time ahead of your ship's scheduled all-aboard call, concluding your shore day smoothly.
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: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / 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 and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Confirm admission for both in your quotation. Any additional ticketed visits need separate confirmation.
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 $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 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 planned museum visits: Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. If you would prefer a different museum or more time at a collection, discuss the change before your 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 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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