Port Said Shore Excursions

Alexandria Excursion from Port Said

Travel overland from Port Said to Alexandria on a full-day private shore tour covering the Roman catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and the waterfront.

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Qaitbay Citadel and Alexandria waterfront
Qaitbay Citadel and the Alexandria waterfront. Photo: Ziad osman. License: CC BY-SA 4.0.
Private shore excursion (8 Hours)Port SaidPrivate planningPersonal quotation

A closer look.

Connect the northern Mediterranean port of Port Said with Egypt's storied coastal capital, traveling across the delta in comfort with a dedicated driver and guide.

Take in celebrated classical antiquities and modern architectural wonders along Alexandria's sweeping bay before returning punctually to your waiting cruise vessel.

  • Private delta cross-country transit
  • Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa
  • Granite shaft of Pompey's Pillar
  • Waterfront Citadel of Qaitbay
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina visit

Your itinerary.

The order of visits is coordinated around pickup, site access and your agreed arrangements.

01

Port Said Port Meet & Outward Transfer

Meet your private driver and coordinator at the Port Said cruise gate for the morning overland journey across the delta plain to Alexandria.

02

Roman Alexandria: Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa & Pompey's Pillar

Explore the monolithic red-granite column of Pompey's Pillar and descend underground into the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa with your expert historical guide.

03

Waterfront Landmarks: Qaitbay Citadel & Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Continue to the Eastern Harbour to view the medieval Citadel of Qaitbay and admire the striking modern architecture of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

04

Return Transfer to Port Said

Depart Alexandria along the coastal highway, returning to Port Said terminal well in advance of your cruise ship's scheduled evening departure.

Included in the proposal.

  • Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Port Said pickup point and back
  • Private historical guiding or excursion coordination in the language specified in your written quotation
  • Route planning and scheduling across all stages listed in the confirmed programme

Not included unless quoted.

  • International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
  • Monument entrance tickets, special interior tickets (such as inside the pyramids or Tutankhamun's tomb), and optional activities unless expressly itemized in your quotation
  • Domestic flights, train tickets, or overnight hotel accommodation unless specifically listed in your confirmed quote
  • Meals, restaurant beverages, personal shopping, and optional equipment rentals unless itemized
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Port clearance and all-aboard buffer

Your actual start time depends on when port authorities clear the ship and release passengers ashore. Share your cruise line, ship name, arrival time, and final all-aboard deadline during enquiry so the road schedule maintains a safe return margin.

Illustrative photography and quotation transparency

All photographs displayed with this tour come from our licensed regional photo pool to illustrate the landscapes and monuments along the route; they do not depict an allocated vehicle, hotel room, or named cruise ship. Every service, transfer leg, and ticket inclusion is confirmed in writing before you commit.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

The published itinerary describes the route and sightseeing sequence rather than a fixed ticket bundle. Your personal quotation clearly itemizes which entrance fees, local boat crossings, meals, and transport segments are included so there are no surprises on the day.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. Because ground touring and transfers are arranged privately for your party, start times, rest stops, and time spent at individual landmarks can be adapted around your hotel location, flight or port schedule, and walking pace.

Where will we be picked up?

The permitted meeting point at Port Said 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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