Alexandria Port Shore Excursion Pyramids and GEM and Egyptologist
In Alexandria
From
£140
pp
0 day · 4.9 (32)
Step off your cruise ship in Alexandria and stand at the foot of the Great Pyramid by lunchtime. This shore excursion gets you to Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then back to your ship with hours to spare, with a small group of fellow cruise passengers.
Your licensed Egyptologist meets you at the port with an air-conditioned vehicle. You travel to the Giza Plateau, where you'll stand at the base of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, see the Sphinx up close, and hear the real history behind 2.3 million stone blocks. Then on to the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum, where King Tutankhamun's complete treasures are shown together for the first time.
Then a comfortable transfer back to your ship, with at least 2 hours of buffer before sail-away.
Up to 16 travelers per departure, so you get personal attention from your Egyptologist at a friendly per-person price. Booking as a family or group of friends? You may have the tour to yourselves on quieter dates.
Free cancellation
Pickup included
What's included
- BOTTLED_WATER
- Entry to the exterior of the pyramids
- LUNCH
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
What's not included
- GRATUITIES
Itinerary
- Egypt Day Tours’ guide and manager will be waiting for you outside the Cruise docking spot. They will be holding a sign showing your name. It will be quite easy for you to identify them. Then you will proceed to your vehicle and start your tour. your guide will talk to you not only about history of ancient Egypt, but also about modern Egypt, Life, religion, politics and all aspects of Life in the country. The journey from Alexandria Port to Cairo will take (Approx. 3 Hours). Start by visiting Giza three Pyramids, visit the Great pyramid of king Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus pyramid, then drive to panorama area to take memorable photos of the three Pyramids together (entry to the interior of the pyramids is not included). Continue visiting the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. (2h 0min) Admission included
- continue your tour to visit the Egyptian Museum including Tutankamoun treasures, Optional to visit the Mummy room, at the end of Cairo Tour from Alexandria Port, drive back to Alexandria port to catch your Cruise (2h 0min) Admission included
Practical information
- Operated by
- Egypt Day Tours
- Max group size
- 8 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- ar, de, ru, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking Vegetarian option is available please advise at time of booking if required
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 10 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.