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A camel caravan crossing the desert in front of the three Pyramids of Giza

From Alexandria Port

Private Giza Pyramids & Nile Felucca Tour

Enjoy a private day tour from Alexandria Port to Cairo and discover the wonders of ancient Egypt.

Giza, Egypt · Photo: Moxin Wang

Departs from
Alexandria Port
Destinations
Giza, Cairo
Estimated duration
11–12 hours
Activity level
Moderate walking

Overview

Enjoy a private day tour from Alexandria Port to Cairo and discover the wonders of ancient Egypt. Visit the famous Pyramids of Giza, the Valley Temple, and the Great Sphinx with your private Egyptologist guide. Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a restaurant with a beautiful view of the Pyramids, then relax on a traditional felucca boat sailing along the River Nile. The tour includes private transportation, entrance tickets with skip-the-line service, lunch, and a relaxing Nile sailing experience.

Experience: Pyramids & Giza · Nile & landscapes

The Great Sphinx of Giza in warm evening light with the Great Pyramid rising behind it
The Great Sphinx of Giza in warm evening light with the Great Pyramid rising behind it
The domes and slender minarets of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali at the Cairo Citadel
The domes and slender minarets of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali at the Cairo Citadel

Highlights

  • Giza Pyramids Complex
  • The Great Pyramid
  • The Valley Temple
  • The Great Sphinx
  • Nile Felucca Sailing Experience

Itinerary

Indicative order. Your guide may adjust it on the day for crowds, opening times and your return.

  1. On arrival

    Pickup from Alexandria Port

    Your private Egyptologist guide and driver will meet you at Alexandria Port. Travel comfortably to Cairo in a modern, air-conditioned private vehicle.

  2. Giza Pyramids Complex

    Visit the famous Giza Pyramids, one of the world's oldest and most remarkable archaeological sites. Explore the three main pyramids, six smaller pyramids, and the Great Sphinx while learning about their history and the ancient Egyptian kings who built them. Enjoy your pre-booked entrance tickets with skip-the-line service.

  3. The Great Pyramid

    Discover the Great Pyramid of King Khufu, the only surviving monument of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Built around 2580 BC, it originally stood approximately 147 meters tall and was constructed using around 2.3 million limestone blocks. Admire its impressive size and remarkable architecture.

  4. The Valley Temple

    Visit the Valley Temple of King Khafre, an ancient temple used in royal mummification ceremonies. Built from massive limestone and granite blocks, it is one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Egypt and features impressive statues of King Khafre.

  5. The Great Sphinx

    See the famous Great Sphinx, a remarkable statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, believed to represent King Khafre. Learn about its history and enjoy wonderful photo opportunities.

  6. Lunch at a Restaurant with a Pyramid View

    Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the magnificent Pyramids of Giza.

  7. Nile Felucca Sailing Experience

    Continue to the River Nile and enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca boat. Sail along the Nile, admire the beautiful views of Cairo, and enjoy a peaceful experience on the world's most famous river.

  8. Return

    Return to Alexandria Port

    After your Cairo sightseeing and Nile sailing experience, relax during the drive back to Alexandria Port. Your driver will ensure your return to the cruise ship according to its departure schedule.

What’s included

  • Pickup and drop-off from Alexandria Port.
  • Professional private Egyptologist tour guide.
  • Entrance tickets to the Giza Pyramids Complex.
  • Skip-the-line entrance tickets.
  • Traditional felucca sailing experience on the River Nile.
  • Lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Pyramids.
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • On-time return to the cruise ship.

Not included

  • Entrance inside the Great Pyramid or other pyramids.
  • Camel or horse rides.
  • Drinks during lunch.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Any services not mentioned in the itinerary.

Pickup and return to your ship

Pickup

Your private Egyptologist guide and driver will meet you at Alexandria Port. Travel comfortably to Cairo in a modern, air-conditioned private vehicle.

Return planning

After your Cairo sightseeing and Nile sailing experience, relax during the drive back to Alexandria Port. Your driver will ensure your return to the cruise ship according to its departure schedule.

Time ashore needed: roughly 12 h 30 min between arrival and all-aboard (about 11–12 hours plus a return margin). We confirm this against your ship’s schedule before quoting.

Mobility and physical demands

Moderate walking

    Tell us about any mobility needs in your enquiry and we will advise honestly on what is comfortable.

    Plan this excursion

    Price on request

    Quoted for your group, date and requirements.

    Check your time ashore

    Use the times in your cruise documents, in local port time.

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