Ain El Sokhna is the Red Sea port closest to Cairo, which makes it the easiest call to combine with the Pyramids. The drive is around two hours.
As with every port call, the day is timed around your ship, with a private guide and vehicle from the gate and back.
Ain El Sokhna Shore Excursions
Cairo & Pyramids Trip from Port Sokhna
While your ship waits in Sokhna, escape to Cairo to see Ancient Egypt. This day trip will take you to see the Pyramids of Giza, guarded by the…
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Sakkara Pyramids Desert Safari Trip
Spend the day away from your ship on a desert safari. First drive from Alexandria to Cairo, where you will be taken the Giza Pyramids. Then you…
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What a Sokhna call covers
- Cairo — the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum
- Around two hours by road, the shortest of the Red Sea ports
- A private guide and air-conditioned vehicle
- Return to the ship before sailing
Common questions
How far is Cairo?
About two hours, which is closer than Safaga or Port Said.
Can I add Saqqara?
On the longer calls, yes. It depends how many hours ashore you have.
Is the guide private?
Yes, the guide and vehicle are yours for the day.