Port Said Highlights & Suez Canal Private Day Tour | From Cairo

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Egypt’s most charming Mediterranean hidden gem on a private day tour of Port Said. Designed specifically for travelers who appreciate history, maritime heritage, and stunning architecture, this tour takes you back to the late 19th century when Port Said was a bustling cosmopolitan hub. Walk along the iconic Suez Canal boardwalk, explore elegant French and British-style colonial buildings, and hop on a local ferry to the Asian side of the canal. Guided by an expert Egyptologist, this private experience offers a relaxed pace, perfect for independent travelers or cruise passengers docking at the port.

What's Included

Private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Bottled water throughout the day tour.
All entrance tickets to the Port Said Military Museum.
Public Port Said - Port Fouad ferry crossing tickets.
Authentic Mediterranean seafood lunch.
Certified English-speaking expert tour guide. (or French/German upon request with extra fees )
Pick up from hotel to Port said and back
Personal expenses and shopping.
Gratuities for the guide and driver (recommended but optional).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

we will pick up you from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh or the airport

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Magic life tours representative will pick you up from your hotel to travel to Portsaid City to visit the Suez Canal Authority-Portsaid building. tart your morning strolling down the scenic pedestrian boardwalk along the saltwater channel. Take in the breathtaking view of the grand Suez Canal Authority-Portsaid building, an architectural masterpiece featuring brilliant green domes and magnificent colonial arcades. Your guide will share the dramatic history of the canal's inauguration in 1869 and how it forever connected global maritime trade.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Visit the landmark Ferdinand De Lesseps statue Base قاعدة تمثال فرديناند ديليسبس situated right at the entrance of the canal. Discover the engineering feats and political history behind the monumental French diplomat who spearheaded the canal project, making it an excellent historical point of connection for European visitors.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Port Said Military Museum

    Conclude your day with a deep dive into modern Egyptian military history at the Port Said Military Museum. Explore outdoor exhibits featuring authentic vintage tanks and aircraft, alongside indoor galleries displaying fascinating battlefield dioramas, antique weaponry, and historical overviews of the 1956 Suez Crisis.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Local Ferry Crossing to Port Fouad, Experience the city like a local by boarding the public Port Said - Port Fouad ferry boat. Enjoy a short, scenic breeze across the Suez Canal water while watching massive container ships glide past. Step off on the eastern bank in Port Fouad, technical Asian soil, to witness its neat French-style villa neighborhoods, manicured gardens, and the famous majestic Grand Mosque.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Mediterranean Seafood Lunch, Indulge in a premium, fresh Mediterranean lunch at a top-rated waterfront restaurant. Taste locally caught sea bass or shrimp prepared with authentic Egyptian spices while watching the fishing boats sail by. (Vegetarian options are readily available).

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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