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The domes and slender minarets of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali at the Cairo Citadel

From Alexandria Port

Pyramids & Historic Cairo

Giza's monuments, the Citadel skyline and the lanes of Khan el-Khalili.

Cairo, Egypt · Photo: Ludovico Di Giorgi

Departs from
Alexandria Port
Destinations
Giza, Cairo
Estimated duration
12–13 hours
Activity level
Moderate walking

Overview

A full day that pairs the Pyramids of Giza with the medieval heart of Cairo. After the plateau and the Sphinx, you cross the city to the Citadel and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

The day ends with a walk through Khan el-Khalili, the historic bazaar, before the drive back to Alexandria.

Experience: Pyramids & Giza · Markets & local life · City sightseeing

A camel caravan crossing the desert in front of the three Pyramids of Giza
A camel caravan crossing the desert in front of the three Pyramids of Giza
A narrow lane of lanterns and crafts in the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, Cairo
A narrow lane of lanterns and crafts in the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, Cairo
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

Guests on this route

  • Guests of Narmer Tours in front of the Great Sphinx, with the Great Pyramid behind
    Great Sphinx, Giza
  • Guests of Narmer Tours riding camels on the Giza plateau
    Giza plateau

Highlights

  • The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
  • The Citadel and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali
  • A guided walk in Khan el-Khalili

Itinerary

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

  1. On arrival

    Depart Alexandria Port

    Private transfer toward Giza.

  2. Late morning

    Pyramids and Sphinx

    Guided visit to the Giza plateau.

  3. Midday

    Lunch break

    Confirmed with your quote.

  4. Afternoon

    Cairo Citadel

    The Mosque of Muhammad Ali and views across the city.

  5. Afternoon

    Khan el-Khalili

    Time in the bazaar with your guide.

  6. Return

    Drive back to Alexandria Port

    Timed from your all-aboard time.

What’s included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver(to be confirmed)
  • Licensed Egyptologist guide in English, or in Italian or Spanish on request(to be confirmed)
  • Entrance fees to the sites listed in the itinerary(to be confirmed)
  • Bottled water in the vehicle(to be confirmed)
  • Lunch(to be confirmed)

Not included

  • Gratuities for guide and driver
  • Personal purchases and optional extra site tickets
  • Travel insurance

Pickup and return to your ship

Pickup

Your guide meets you at Alexandria Port once passengers are cleared to disembark. Exact meeting arrangements depend on the terminal and your ship, and are confirmed in writing with your itinerary.

Return planning

Cairo traffic is the main variable. If the afternoon runs late, the bazaar visit is shortened first.

Time ashore needed: roughly 13 h 30 min between arrival and all-aboard (about 12–13 hours plus a return margin). We confirm this against your ship’s schedule before quoting.

Mobility and physical demands

Moderate walking

  • The bazaar is busy, with uneven lanes.
  • Mosque visits require modest dress; scarves can be provided on request.

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

Questions about this excursion

Is this too much for one day?

It is a long day. On shorter calls we would suggest choosing either Giza or historic Cairo.

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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