Alexandria Felucca Sail & Harbour Sunset – Private Shore Experience

Some of the most memorable moments in travel happen not at monuments, but on the water. This private felucca sail from Alexandria port takes you into the ancient Eastern Harbour — the same waters that once reflected the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria — as the Mediterranean sun sets behind Qaitbay Citadel.

A felucca is a traditional wooden sailing boat used on Egyptian waters for thousands of years. Your private boat is crewed by an experienced Alexandrian sailor, and your guide provides the history as you glide through one of the most historically significant harbours in the ancient world.

What You Will Experience

• The Eastern Harbour Sail — Glide through the ancient harbour of Alexandria, where Cleopatra’s royal fleet once anchored and Caesar arrived by galley.
• Qaitbay Citadel from the Sea — The 15th-century sea fortress viewed from the water, as every sailor approaching Alexandria has seen it for 550 years. A completely different perspective from the land visit.
• Mediterranean Sunset — The sun setting over the open Mediterranean from the deck of a traditional wooden boat. One of the most beautiful experiences available in Egypt.
• Pharos Island — Sail past the small island where the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood, the most famous structure in the ancient world after the Pyramids.

Tour Highlights

• Private felucca — exclusively for your group
• No queues, no crowds, no buses
• Ideal for families, couples and photography enthusiasts
• The most relaxing shore excursion in Alexandria
• Perfectly timed to end at sunset

Tour Itinerary

• Port Pickup — Guide meets you at cruise terminal gate
• Walk to Felucca Dock (10 min) — Through the historic harbour quarter
• Felucca Sail (1.5–2 hrs) — Eastern Harbour, Qaitbay Citadel exterior, Pharos Island, sunset
• Seafront Walk (optional) — Along the Corniche after the sail
• Return to Port — Before ship departure

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a felucca safe?
Yes. Traditional feluccas have been sailing these waters for thousands of years. Your experienced sailor knows the Eastern Harbour intimately.

What if there is no wind?
We monitor conditions and can arrange a motor-assisted boat if needed — the experience remains the same.

Can we combine this with a city tour?
Yes. This works perfectly as a final 2-hour experience after a morning Alexandria city tour. See our full range of Egypt tours or contact us to create a custom itinerary.