Full day · Shore excursion
Cairo Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum from Alexandria Port
Alexandria → Giza → Cairo
From $130 per person
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Port Said & Suez Canal Half Day
From $70 per person
- Duration
- Half day
- Runs
- Every Day
- Type
- Private, just your group
- Booking
- Confirmed within 24 hours
Overview
From the cruise port in Port Said: a private tour of Port Said, timed around your ship, with pickup at the port and a back-on-board guarantee.
Step 1: The Promenade & Canal Front (1 Hour)
- Suez Canal Promenade: Stroll along the waterfront promenade overlooking the entrance where ships transition from the Mediterranean Sea into the canal.
- Old Port Said Lighthouse: View the octagonal lighthouse constructed in 1869—one of the earliest major reinforced concrete structures in the world.
- De Lesseps Statue Base: Walk to the granite plinth at the canal entry where the statue of Ferdinand de Lesseps once stood.
- Suez Canal Authority Building: View the iconic green-domed architectural landmark that housed canal operations.
Step 2: Port Said Military Museum (1 Hour)
- Open-Air & Gallery Displays: Tour the museum grounds displaying military equipment, tanks, and gear from the 1956 Suez Crisis and the 1973 October War.
- Historical Context: Explore indoor halls featuring dioramas, historical photographs, and documents outlining the modern strategic history of the Suez Canal.
Step 3: Ferry Crossing to Port Fouad (1.5 Hours)
- Suez Canal Ferry Crossing: Board the public passenger and car ferry for a short 10-minute transit across the canal channel to Port Fouad (the Asian side of Egypt).
- Colonial Architecture Walking Tour: Walk through Port Fouad's tree-lined avenues to admire early 20th-century French-style villas with red-tiled roofs, built for French canal engineers.
- Al-Salam Mosque & Gardens: Visit the white Al-Salam Mosque and surrounding public plazas before boarding the return ferry.
Step 4: Return Drive to Ship Pier (30 Minutes)
- Enjoy a short drive back through Port Said’s historic downtown district to re-enter the port terminal well ahead of all-aboard time.
- Suez Canal Promenade
- Port Said Military Museum
- Ferry Crossing to Port Fouad
- Al-Salam Mosque & Gardens
- Colonial Architecture Walking Tour
From your ship
- Port:
- Port Said
- Time ashore:
- About 5 hours
Back-to-ship guarantee: if we are late for any reason, we cover the cost of reaching your next port.
Your guide waits at the port gate with a name sign. Bring your ship card and passport.
What's included
Included
- Pickup and return at the ship gangway/port gate
- private A/C vehicle
- private Egyptologist guide
- entrance fees
- lunch
- bottled water
- return-to-ship guarantee
Not included
- Drinks
- tips
- optional extras
- personal expenses
- port fees charged by cruise line
Photos
Your route
- Port SaidDay 1
- Start point
- Famous sight
Good to know
When is the best time to visit Egypt?
October to April is the most comfortable time, with warm days and cool evenings, so it is also the busiest and highest-priced season. May to September is hot, especially in Luxor and Aswan, but sights are quieter and prices are lower. We plan summer days around early starts and a long midday break. Christmas and New Year sell out early.
What is included in the price?
Each trip lists exactly what is included and what is not. In general our prices include private transport, a private Egyptologist guide, entrance fees for the listed sites, hotels or cruise as described, and the meals shown. International flights, visas, tips, drinks and optional extras are not included.
Are your trips private or in a group?
All our trips are private: just you and the people you travel with, your own guide and your own driver. You never share a vehicle or a guide with strangers. Nile cruise ships are shared with other guests, but your sightseeing on shore is private.
Is Egypt a good trip for children?
Yes. Children love the pyramids, felucca sails and the Red Sea. Children aged 2 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price on most trips, and under-2s travel free. Tell us their ages and we will plan shorter visits, pool time and family rooms.
Can you plan a slower pace or help with limited mobility?
Yes. Because every trip is private, we can plan shorter days, more rest and fewer stairs. Some ancient sites have uneven ground and steps, so please tell us about any mobility needs when you ask for a quote and we will be honest about what is practical.
How does tipping work in Egypt?
Tipping is part of daily life in Egypt and is not included in our prices. Small tips for drivers, guides, cruise crews and hotel staff are customary; your planner will send you a simple guide with typical amounts before you travel, so you are never left guessing.
Can I reach you on WhatsApp during my trip?
Yes. Once you book, you get a WhatsApp number for your planner and a local contact on the ground. Message us any time during your trip if something needs changing.
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Before you go
- Egypt Travel Statistics 2026: Visitors, Costs and WeatherSourced facts for planning Egypt: visitor numbers, tourism growth, official entry fees, e-visa cost and average temperatures by month for Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.
- Private Tours vs. Group Tours in Egypt: Which Is Right for You?An honest comparison of private and group tours in Egypt: pace, comfort, flexibility, guides and value, and who each style suits best.
- What to Pack for a Trip to Egypt: A Practical ChecklistA season-by-season packing list for temples, cruises, desert and beach, with the small items travelers most often wish they had brought.