Alexandria National Museum Tour from Alexandria Port

Schedule	Duration	Pickup Time
Everyday	Approx. 5-6 hours	Depends on your Cruise ship arrival

✨ Tour Highlights

Alexandria National Museum
Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic & Islamic collections
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Citadel of Qaitbay
Site of the Ancient Lighthouse
Mediterranean coastal views
Local restaurant lunch

Tour Prices:

Single	2- 3 Persons	4-6 Persons	7-10 Persons
179 $	110 $	90 $	80 $

Join a Small Group (16-35) Per Person $ 70

Included:

Pick up services from Alexandria port & return.
all transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Private Egyptologist guide.
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
Lunch at local restaurant (drinks not included).
All Service charges & taxes.

Excluded:

Tipping (optional)
Personal expenses
Beverages during lunch
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Alexandria is a city where every era of Egypt’s history has left its mark. This carefully designed shore excursion takes you on a journey through thousands of years of civilization, from the treasures of ancient pharaohs and the legacy of Greek and Roman Alexandria to the city’s enduring role as a center of knowledge and Mediterranean culture.

Your WOW TOURS EGYPT guide will be waiting for you inside Alexandria Port or outside the main gate according to port procedures, holding a sign with your name. After a warm welcome, you’ll begin an immersive journey through the many civilizations that shaped Alexandria and Egypt across thousands of years.

Your experience begins at Alexandria National Museum, one of the city’s most fascinating cultural treasures. Housed within a beautifully restored Italian-style palace, the museum presents a remarkable journey through Egypt’s history under one roof. As you explore its carefully curated galleries, you’ll encounter royal statues, ancient artifacts, Greco-Roman masterpieces, Coptic treasures, and Islamic objects that together tell the story of Egypt’s extraordinary cultural evolution. Rather than focusing on a single period, the museum offers a complete overview of the civilizations that shaped the nation and its people.

From the museum, the story continues at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern successor to the legendary Library of Alexandria. Overlooking the Mediterranean, this architectural masterpiece celebrates Alexandria‘s timeless connection to knowledge, discovery, and cultural exchange. As you explore this remarkable institution, you’ll learn about the legacy of the ancient library that once attracted scholars, scientists, and philosophers from across the known world, making Alexandria one of history’s greatest intellectual centers.

After a morning filled with history and culture, you’ll enjoy a relaxing lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind and experience the flavors that continue to define Alexandria‘s vibrant Mediterranean character.

The final chapter of your journey brings you to the magnificent Citadel of Qaitbay, one of Alexandria‘s most iconic landmarks. Built on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—the fortress stands as a symbol of the city’s strategic importance throughout the centuries. As you walk along its walls and admire sweeping views of the Mediterranean, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for Alexandria‘s role as a gateway between Egypt and the wider world.

Throughout the day, the itinerary is carefully planned to balance cultural discovery with comfort and efficiency. With every detail organized around your cruise schedule, you’ll return comfortably to Alexandria Port with ample time before departure, ensuring a smooth and worry-free shore excursion.

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