Alexandria PortGizaGEM
Tour to Giza Pyramids and the GEM from Alexandria Port
- Private car, back to your ship
From / person$190
Best Alexandria Shore Excursions
Docking in Alexandria puts Cairo’s greatest sights within reach for a single day. Our private Alexandria shore excursions take you to the Giza Pyramids, the GEM, and Cairo’s ancient wonders, with door-to-door transport and guaranteed on-time return to your ship.
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- 6 hours – 2 daystour length
- $100from, per person
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Discover our Alexandria Shore Excursions trips and explore the wonders of Egypt.
Top Alexandria Shore Excursions Tours
Prefer to stay closer to port? A city tour covers Alexandria’s own Greco-Roman landmarks, from the Qaitbay Citadel to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Every excursion is private and led by an expert Egyptologist guide, so you skip the shared coach and set your own pace. Browse our Egypt private tour packages or Cairo tours from Alexandria port below, or ask us to build a custom Egypt tour around your ship’s exact schedule and time in port.
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
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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 Alexandria Port.
- 2On the roadCairo is roughly 220 km away — about 3 to 3.5 hours by road. Or stay in Alexandria.
- 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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Alexandria Shore Excursions: Cairo or the city?
One day in port, two great choices: Cairo’s pyramids and the GEM, or Alexandria’s own Greco-Roman landmarks.
Cairo from Alexandria Port
For most cruise passengers, a private day tour to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum ($150, 8 hours) is the top pick. Shorter options focus on one site: the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx ($120, 6 hours) or the GEM ($150, 6 hours). Cairo is roughly 220 km — 3 to 3.5 hours by road — from Alexandria port.
Alexandria city tour
Prefer to stay closer to port? The full-day Alexandria city tour ($100) covers the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the ancient lighthouse, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Roman Amphitheater.
Two days in port
If your ship stays overnight, the overnight trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port ($350) gives you time for the pyramids, the museums and the old city without rushing. Browse our Egypt private tour packages or Cairo tours for more ideas.
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 is the best shore excursion from Alexandria port?
For most cruise passengers, a private day tour to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum is the top pick, since it covers Egypt's most iconic sites in one day with a guaranteed return to the ship. If you'd rather stay closer, a half-day Alexandria city tour covering Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a strong alternative.
How far is Cairo from Alexandria Port, and can I visit in one day?
Cairo is roughly 220 km (3 to 3.5 hours by road) from Alexandria port. Yes, a full-day round-trip shore excursion to Cairo is possible and is the most-booked option for cruise passengers with a single day in port.
What is included in a private Alexandria shore excursion?
A private shore excursion typically includes door-to-door transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, a licensed Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to the sites on the itinerary, and lunch on full-day trips. Guaranteed on-time return to your ship is standard with Misk Tours.
How much do Alexandria shore excursions cost?
Private shore excursions from Alexandria start from around $100 for a half-day Alexandria city tour and range up to $350 for a two-day overnight trip to Cairo, depending on the itinerary, group size, and sites included.
What can I see in Alexandria itself during a shore excursion?
Alexandria's own highlights include the Qaitbay Citadel (built on the site of the ancient lighthouse), the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and the Roman Amphitheater — all visitable in a single half- or full-day city tour.
Is it safe to book a private shore excursion from Alexandria port?
Yes. Alexandria Port is a well-established cruise stop, and private shore excursions with a licensed operator are a safe, common way to explore. Book with a company that guarantees on-time return to your ship, since missing the ship's departure is the main practical risk to plan around.
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