Alexandria Night Tour by Horse Carriage and Corniche Walk

This Alexandria night tour is a private four-hour evening outing that combines a horse carriage ride with a walk along the Corniche and stops at the city’s best-known seafront landmarks. A local guide accompanies you, and you are collected from and returned to your address in Alexandria.

What you will see

The evening starts at the Citadel of Qaitbay, the fortress built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse. Lit up at night, it makes a great backdrop for photos. From there you ride in a traditional horse carriage, a relaxed way to take in the seafront at a slow pace.

Next comes a walk along the Corniche, the long promenade that curves around the Mediterranean bay and fills with locals in the evening. You will also stop at Stanley Bridge, one of the most photographed spots in the city, and pass by San Stefano Grand Mall on the seafront. A bottle of water and an ice cream are part of the outing.

Good to know

• Start time: any time between 6 pm and 10 pm.
• Duration: about 4 hours.
• Guide languages: English, Spanish or German.
• The stop at Qaitbay Citadel is for photos from outside.
• Bring a light jacket; the sea breeze can be cool at night.

For travellers spending a night in the city, this Alexandria night tour is an easy way to see the seafront at its liveliest.