EGALY
Alexandria cruise port guide
Founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was Egypt's capital for over 1,000 years. Now, it is visited by tourists looking to enjoy some diving and those interested in the Great Library, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Before going ashore
Before going ashore, confirm the berth or tender point, local time, all-aboard deadline, and the meeting location for any independently booked transport or tour.
Port snapshot
The Corniche, library, museums, and historic sites require port transfer, taxi, coach, or excursion; Cairo is a very long separate journey.
Where your ship arrives
Cruise ships use an assigned Alexandria Port berth within a large secure commercial harbour.
Getting into town
The Corniche, library, museums, and historic sites require port transfer, taxi, coach, or excursion; Cairo is a very long separate journey.
Port shuttle
Use the official port or ship shuttle when offered and confirm its destination and final return.
Taxi and local transport
Use only the marked passenger pickup area and prebook scarce or accessible vehicles.
Can you explore independently?
Independent exploration is practical only after confirming the exact landing and protecting the ship return time.
Stay local or take an excursion?
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay, museums, catacombs, Corniche, and a conservative city plan are the main choices.
Accessibility and mobility
Secure-port distance, dense traffic, heat, historic steps, and long Cairo coaches require careful accessible planning.
Guide sources
Reviewed July 2026.
Cruise timetable
VoyagePro currently tracks 98 scheduled cruise calls for Alexandria between May 2026 and December 2027.