Alexandria PortGizaGEM
Tour to Giza Pyramids and the GEM from Alexandria Port
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$190
Best Egypt Shore Excursions
Egypt Shore Excursions give cruise passengers an efficient way to explore Egypt’s legendary attractions during a single port stop, with private itineraries and professional Egyptologist guides built around your ship’s schedule.
- 10private shore excursions
- 4 hours – 2 daystour length
- $65from, per person
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Private shore excursions from Alexandria & Port Said
Filter by port, length and price — every excursion is private, with a guaranteed return to your ship.
Alexandria PortGizaSphinx
Private Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx from Alexandria Port
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$70
Alexandria PortGEM
Private Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum from Alexandria Port
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$100
Alexandria PortAlexandria
Full Day Alexandria City Tour from Alexandria Port
- Lunch at a local restaurant included
From / person$100
Alexandria PortCairo
Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port
- 1 night Cairo
- Private round trip from Alexandria Port
From / person$325
Port SaidGizaGEM
Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour From Port Said
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$140
Port SaidGEM
Half-Day Tour To Grand Egyptian Museum from Port Said
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$75
Port SaidGizaSakkara
Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sakkara from Port Said
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$100
Port SaidCairoCitadelOld Cairo
Tour To Cairo’s History: Civilization Museum, Citadel & Old City From Port Said
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$120
Port SaidIslamic Cairo
Private Tour To Coptic and Islamic Cairo from Port Said
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$80
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5 private excursions · from $100Alexandria Shore Excursions- Tour to Giza Pyramids and the GEM from Alexandria Port8 hours$150
- Private Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx from Alexandria Port6 hours$120
- Private Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum from Alexandria Port6 hours$150
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Your port day, step by step
Every shore excursion is planned around your ship's arrival and departure times — you set the pace, we watch the clock.
- 1Ship docksYour private guide and driver meet you at the cruise port.
- 2On the roadPrivate air-conditioned transport straight from the port to the sights.
- 3Your sightsPrivate touring at your own pace, with lunch on full-day trips.
- 4Time bufferWe head back with time to spare, built around your all-aboard time.
- 5Back on boardDropped at the port before your ship departs.
- Guaranteed on-time returnBack to your ship before it departs — every time.
- 100% privateJust your group, a dedicated Egyptologist guide and driver.
- Schedules monitoredDrivers track port and vessel times, with buffers for traffic.
- Door-to-doorAir-conditioned transport from the port to every sight.
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Egypt Shore Excursions: how to plan your port day
Egypt Shore Excursions blend history, culture, and convenience — with a guaranteed return to your ship, every time.
What are Egypt shore excursions?
Egypt shore excursions are private day trips for cruise passengers during a port stop. From Alexandria or Port Said they take you to the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — and bring you back to your ship before it departs.
Alexandria shore excursions
From Alexandria Port, the most booked trip is the Giza Pyramids and the GEM ($150). Prefer to stay close? The full-day Alexandria city tour ($100) covers the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. With two days in port, take the overnight trip to Cairo ($350). See all Alexandria shore excursions.
Port Said shore excursions
From Port Said, choose the Giza Pyramids and GEM ($105), Giza and Sakkara ($95), a half-day at the GEM ($70), or historic Cairo — the Civilization Museum, Citadel and Old City ($90), or Coptic and Islamic Cairo ($65). See all Port Said shore excursions.
Private, not shared
All Misk Tours shore excursions are private — just your group, a dedicated Egyptologist guide and driver, not shared with other cruise passengers. Drivers monitor port and vessel schedules and build in time buffers for traffic.
Tell us your ship’s scheduleSend your port, date and all-aboard time — we build the excursion around it.
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Ask A Travel ExpertWhat are Egypt shore excursions?
Egypt shore excursions are private day trips arranged for cruise passengers during a port stop, taking you to nearby attractions — like the Pyramids of Giza from Alexandria or Port Said — and returning you to your ship before it departs.
What are the best Alexandria shore excursions from the cruise port?
The most popular Alexandria shore excursions include a day trip to the Giza Pyramids and the GEM in Cairo, plus in-city tours of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Are Misk Tours Egypt shore excursions private or group tours?
All Misk Tours Egypt shore excursions are private — just your group and a dedicated Egyptologist guide and driver, not shared with other cruise passengers.
Will I make it back to my ship on time?
Yes. Every shore excursion includes a guaranteed on-time return, with drivers monitoring port and vessel schedules and built-in time buffers for traffic.
How much do Alexandria excursions in Egypt cost?
Pricing depends on the itinerary and group size — a half-day Alexandria city tour costs less than a full-day trip to Cairo. Contact us for a quote matched to your ship's port time.
Is Misk Tours a reliable shore excursion company?
Misk Tours is Cairo's #1-rated tour operator on TripAdvisor, with 3,800+ five-star reviews from travelers — many specifically from cruise passengers on Alexandria and Port Said excursions.
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