Best Shore Excursions from Alexandria Port: Pyramids Day Trips

Alexandria Shore excursions, Cairo Tours from Alexandria port, Pyramids tours from Alexandria Port, Luxor tours from Alexandria port

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Published: July 16, 2026

Updated: July 16, 2026

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Best Excursions from Alexandria Port

Take the best excursions from Alexandria port to discover the wonders of ancient and modern Egypt in Cairo, Luxor, and other major cities. If you’re visiting Egypt on a cruise, Alexandria’s port of call is a great starting point to explore some of the country’s most famous landmarks. From the Pyramids of Giza to Cairo’s bustling city center, there are plenty of exciting excursions to choose from. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best excursions from Alexandria Port of Call to Egypt’s main attractions.

1. Cairo sightseeing adventure

Cairo is a must-see destination on any trip to Egypt. The city is home to some of the world’s most famous historical sites, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. This Cairo sightseeing adventure takes you on a full-day excursion from Alexandria port to Cairo, where you’ll visit these iconic sites and explore the city’s vibrant culture.

2. Alexandria and El-Alamein private tour

If you’re interested in World War II history, this private tour is a must-see. The tour takes you to the city of El-Alamein, the site of a pivotal battle during the war. You’ll visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery and the El-Alamein Military Museum, which houses artifacts from the war. The tour also includes a visit to Alexandria’s legendary library and the Roman amphitheater.

3. Alexandria and Cairo private excursion

This private excursion takes you on a full-day tour of both Alexandria and Cairo. You’ll start in Alexandria, where you’ll visit the city’s ancient Roman and Greek ruins, such as Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom el-Shokafa, and the Roman Amphitheater. You’ll then head to Cairo to explore its famous landmarks, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Khan el-Khalili market.

4. Alexandria, Cairo, and the Nile excursion

If you’re looking for a more comprehensive tour of Egypt, this excursion covers Alexandria, Cairo, and the Nile River. The tour starts in Alexandria, where you’ll visit the city’s historical sites before heading to Cairo for a tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. You’ll then board a Nile River cruise to explore the river’s famous sites, including the temples of Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.

5. Alexandria and Mediterranean Sea private tour

For a more relaxed excursion, consider a private tour of Alexandria and the Mediterranean Sea.

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US$490

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Tour from Port Ghalib to Egypt Highlights

US$1050

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Amazing one day tour

Fantastic tour. We were picked up at the airport early in the morning (6 am), and were dropped off in the evening after discovering amazing Cairo. The guide was knowledgeable and took us to many hidden places, which we wouldn’t have found without him. Thank you!

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Egypt Fun Tours was great, our Nile Cruise was great – Highly Recommended

We contacted Egypt Fun Tours via email about a slightly customized Nile Cruise tour, and they promptly responded with an itinerary that met our exact needs. We went back and forth with a few more questions, and they were perfect about responding and answering all our queries. Our trip was

Like two days of touring in one day!

I had a 12 hour stay in Cairo- and had made no plans on how to spend it until 8pm the night before departure. I emailed Egypt Fun Tours in a panic and they responded immediately. They made it incredibly easy to arrange a tour and we made arrangements via

Absolutely the best

We visited Cairo over a 15-hour layover. Egypt Fun Tours organized a customized and wonderful experience for us. We could not be happier. The day included a visit to all the great sites, the marketplace, dinner, a boat ride on the Nile, and a host of other special requests. I