Schedule: Daily Departures
Duration: Approximately 3 to 4 Hours
Pickup Time: 07:00 PM (Customizable upon request)
Pickup & Drop-off: Alexandria Hotels or Alexandria Cruise Passenger Terminal (Private Round-Trip Transfer)
Tour Type: Private Chauffeured & Guided Evening Sightseeing Experience
Tour Highlights
Experience the Mediterranean charm and vibrant nighttime ambiance of Alexandria after dusk. As daytime heat subsides, the coastal boulevard comes alive with sea breezes, brightly illuminated landmarks, and bustling seaside promenades. This private evening tour pairs old-world elegance with modern coastal leisure, taking you from a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the Eastern Harbor to artisan tastings, scenic bridge viewpoints, and waterfront dining.
- Traditional Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride (Hantour): Trot along the illuminated waterfront Corniche toward the tip of the Eastern Harbor.
- Illuminated Citadel of Qaitbay: Stop before the 15th-century maritime fortress bathed in floodlights at the exact site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse.
- Authentic Alexandrian Artisan Ice Cream: Savor hand-churned local ice cream from one of Alexandria’s most celebrated traditional dessert parlors.
- San Stefano Grand Plaza: Explore Alexandria’s premier luxury seaside lifestyle complex facing the Mediterranean Sea.
- Stanley Bridge by Night: Capture photos of Alexandria's modern architectural icon spanning Stanley Bay under the evening lights.
- Optional Waterfront Dinner: Conclude your evening with fresh Mediterranean seafood at the prestigious Greek Club restaurant overlooking the illuminated harbor.
Detailed Tour Itinerary
07:00 PM: Hotel or Cruise Port Pickup
- Your private Ramasside Tours coordinator and chauffeur meet you directly in your Alexandria hotel lobby or at the port passenger terminal gate holding a personalized name sign.
- Travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to downtown Alexandria's historic waterfront.
Traditional Horse Carriage Ride (Hantour) to Fort Qaitbay
- Board a traditional horse-drawn carriage for a scenic ride along the waterfront Corniche toward the tip of the Eastern Harbor.
- Feel the refreshing Mediterranean night breeze as locals gather along the seawalls and open-air seaside cafes.
- Stop outside the Citadel of Qaitbay, dramatically floodlit against the night sky on the ancient foundations of the Pharos Lighthouse—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Enjoy open-air panoramic photography of Alexandria's curved coastline illuminated across the dark Mediterranean waters.
Traditional Alexandrian Ice Cream Tasting
- Stop at one of Alexandria’s iconic artisan dessert shops near the old harbor quarter.
- Enjoy your choice of local artisan ice cream (Gelato Iskandarani), renowned for its smooth, stretchy texture and rich seasonal fruit flavors.
San Stefano Grand Plaza & Waterfront Promenade
- Drive east along the coastal boulevard to the elite district of San Stefano.
- Stroll through San Stefano Grand Plaza, a modern architectural complex directly facing the sea that offers luxury retail boutiques, a grand cinema concourse, and dining lounges.
- Walk along the waterfront promenade to take in the evening sea air and coastal city lights.
Photo Stop at Stanley Bridge
- Stop atop Stanley Bridge, the signature modern landmark of Alexandria.
- Admire the classical Moorish towers and sweeping illuminated arches spanning Stanley Bay, with waves crashing against the rocky pillars below.
Optional Seafood Dinner at The Greek Club
- (Optional Dining Add-on): Conclude your evening at the historic Greek Club of Alexandria, savoring freshly caught Mediterranean grilled fish and mezze while taking in night views of the harbor and illuminated Qaitbay ramparts.
10:30 PM: Return Transfer to Hotel
- Rejoin your private vehicle for a smooth, chauffeured transfer back to your Alexandria hotel or cruise ship dock.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Private door-to-door transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional licensed English-speaking local tour guide
- Traditional horse-drawn carriage (Hantour) ride along the coastal Corniche
- Local artisan ice cream tasting
- All scheduled stops (Citadel of Qaitbay exterior, Stanley Bridge, San Stefano promenade)
- Chilled bottled mineral water inside the vehicle
- All local parking fees, service charges, and municipal taxes
Exclusions
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Optional seafood dinner at the Greek Club
- Personal purchases, snacks, and extra beverages
- Professional vacation photographer add-on
- Gratuities / Tipping
Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes
Executive Luxury Van Upgrade
Upgrade your evening transfers to an executive luxury van featuring extra legroom, plush reclining leather captain chairs, dual-zone climate control, and onboard Wi-Fi.
Professional Vacation Photographer
Hire a dedicated vacation photographer to capture night-sky portraits against illuminated Stanley Bridge, Fort Qaitbay, and the horse carriage ride for $50 per evening.
Shore Excursion Friendly
For travelers docking overnight at Alexandria Port, this tour features guaranteed terminal gate pickup and return with schedules tailored to your ship’s itinerary.
Recommended Evening Attire
A light jacket or wrap is recommended between October and April, as sea breezes along the Corniche and Stanley Bridge can be cool after dusk.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
- 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
Recommended Alexandria & Egypt Day Tours
- Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo: Discover the classical Mediterranean capital on a full-day private journey from Cairo covering the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, and Fort Qaitbay.
- Cairo to Alexandria Archaeological Day Tour: A dedicated historical expedition from Cairo covering the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and sunken Roman ruins.
- Alexandria City Highlights Day Tour: A classic 5–6 hour guided orientation exploring the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, historic downtown quarters, and the royal gardens of Montaza Palace.
- Alexandria Archaeological Day Tour: An in-depth Greco-Roman circuit within Alexandria covering the underground tombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Kom El Dikka, and the coastal citadel.
- Alexandria Historical Tour with the Graeco-Roman Museum: Explore over 40 renovated galleries of classical antiquity masterworks alongside major coastal landmarks.
- Alexandria Scuba Diving Adventure: Explore submerged ruins beneath the Eastern Harbor, including Cleopatra’s sunken palace and the ancient Pharos Lighthouse blocks.
- Alexandria Ghosts & Mysteries Tour: An evening storytelling walk exploring illuminated coastal citadels, royal garden lore at Montaza, and the infamous alleys of Raya and Sakina.
- Day Tour to Cairo from Alexandria: Travel from the Mediterranean coast to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities.
- Alexandria Shopping Tour: Combine modern retail therapy at the seaside San Stefano Grand Plaza with traditional craft bargaining in historic Mansheya souks.
- Alexandria Food Tour: Taste authentic Egyptian coastal flavors, street snacks, freshly fried Ta'ameya, Kebda Iskandarani, and Mediterranean seafood.
- Alexandria Airport Layover Tour: Maximize transit waiting times at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) with a chauffeured private city excursion.
- Cairo Tour from Borg El Arab Airport: A same-day private express tour from Alexandria's airport directly to Cairo's Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum.
- Overnight Cairo Tour from Alexandria: A 2-day private excursion covering Saqqara, Memphis, the Giza Plateau, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Egyptian Museum.
- Wadi El Natrun Monasteries Tour: Journey south into the sacred desert depression to explore the four active 4th-century Coptic Christian desert monasteries.
- Overnight Desert Safari to Siwa Oasis: A 2-day desert expedition from Alexandria visiting El Alamein, Marsa Matrouh, the Shali Fortress, and the Great Sand Sea.
- Rosetta (Rashid) Cultural Day Tour: Visit the Nile delta port where the Rosetta Stone was unearthed, complete with an estuary boat ride and Ottoman brick mansions.
- El Alamein World War II Battlefield Tour: Pay tribute at the WWII Military Museum, Commonwealth War Cemetery, and German and Italian coastal memorials.
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