✨ Explore the charming historic city of **El Quseir**, known as the “White Harbour,” on a pleasant trip from Marsa Alam. Once a crucial port city and the end of ancient caravan routes, fortified by Sultan Selim, El Quseir today offers a delightful blend of history and vibrant local life, showcasing both its Islamic and Christian heritage.
🛍️ This tour offers flexible options to wander through picturesque narrow streets lined with colorful bazaars, admire historical architecture including coral-stone houses and Ottoman gates, visit an old mosque and a historic church, explore the Ottoman citadel, shop for unique souvenirs and traditional goods, and relax at a traditional beach café. Travel comfortably by private A/C car from your hotel in Marsa Alam.
Half/Full Day Trip
Historic Port City
Shopping & Bazaars
Historical Sites
Private Car Transfer
Language Assistance
Your transfer includes a driver, and local assistance may be available in:
🇩🇪 German
🇪🇸 Spanish
This tour primarily includes a driver for transport and basic assistance. A dedicated historical guide is available upon request and typically incurs an additional cost.
Experience Highlights 🌟
- 🏛️ Historic City Exploration: Discover the ancient port city known as the “White Harbour”.
- Ottoman Citadel: Explore the well-preserved 16th-century fortress and enjoy panoramic views.
- Old Town Charm: Wander narrow alleys with traditional coral-stone houses and Ottoman gates.
- Visit Al-Farran Mosque: See one of the oldest mosques in Qusayr, built during the Ottoman era.
- Christian Heritage: Discover Quseir’s history at the old church (St. Barbara’s Coptic Church).
- Lively Bazaars: Shop for traditional spices, incense, jewelry, Bedouin handicrafts, and more.
- Relax at Beach Café: Enjoy local ambiance by the sea.
- 🚗 Private Car Transfer: Enjoy comfortable, direct transport from your Marsa Alam hotel.
A relaxed trip to explore a charming local town and its vibrant culture and history.
Detailed Trip Itinerary 🕒
Choose between our shorter Half Day program or a more comprehensive Full Day exploration:
Half Day Program (~4-5 hours)
Pickup & Transfer
- Afternoon: Pickup from your Marsa Alam hotel.
- Transfer: Comfortable drive north to El Quseir.
Historical Sites
- Citadel: Explore the Ottoman Fortress.
- Mosque: Visit Al-Farran Mosque.
- Church: Discover St. Barbara’s Coptic Church.
Old Town & Shopping
- Wander Alleys: See coral-stone houses & Ottoman gates.
- Shopping: Browse local bazaars for souvenirs.
Beach Cafe Relaxation
- Relax: Unwind by the sea.
- Drinks/Shisha: Enjoy a traditional shisha and soft drink (typically included).
Return Journey
- Evening: Depart from El Quseir.
- Transfer Back: Return to your Marsa Alam hotel.
Full Day Program (~8-10 hours)
Morning Pickup & Breakfast
- Morning: Pickup from your Marsa Alam hotel.
- Transfer: Drive north to El Quseir.
- Breakfast: Enjoy a traditional Egyptian breakfast at a local cafe. (Meal cost likely not included)
Historical & Cultural Exploration (Morning)
- Mosque: Visit Al-Farran Mosque.
- Church: Explore St. Barbara’s Coptic Church.
- Citadel: Tour the Ottoman Fortress.
Old Town & Lunch (Midday)
- Wander Alleys: See coral-stone houses & Ottoman gates.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. (Meal cost likely not included)
Shopping & Relaxation (Afternoon)
- Shopping: Browse local bazaars for souvenirs.
- Beach Break: Relax at Quseir Public Beach (snorkeling optional/if time allows).
Sunset & Return Journey (Evening)
- Sunset: Enjoy sunset view from Citadel or Marina.
- Evening: Depart from El Quseir.
- Transfer Back: Return to your Marsa Alam hotel.
Note: The Full Day itinerary includes breakfast and lunch stops, but the cost of these meals is typically not included in the tour price unless explicitly specified.
Timings are approximate and subject to local conditions and your pace.
Your Tour Package Includes ✅
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Marsa Alam)
- Private A.C. Car for transfers
- Guided tour within El Quseir city (including Citadel, Old Town, Mosque, Church – with driver/local assistance)
- Time for shopping at local bazaars
- Relaxation stop at a beach cafe
- Traditional shisha & soft drink at the cafe (typically included in Half Day price)
- Driver/local assistance
What’s Not Included ❌
- Meals (Breakfast & Lunch for Full Day, any meals for Half Day – unless explicitly stated as included)
- Shisha/drinks at cafe (check specific package details – typically included Half Day, may be extra Full Day)
- Cost of any purchases made while shopping
- Gratuities (tipping) for driver/staff (optional)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Dedicated historical tour guide (available at extra cost)
- Snorkeling gear or activities (if applicable for beach stop)
Booking & Key Details
How to Book: Standard booking procedures apply. Provide hotel details, preferred date, desired program (Half Day or Full Day), and number of participants.
Child Policy: Standard policy likely applies (confirm upon booking).
Pickup Time: Afternoon for Half Day. Morning for Full Day (specific time will be confirmed upon booking).
Tour Guides: This tour includes a driver for transportation and local assistance. A dedicated historical guide is available upon request and typically incurs an additional cost.
Recommended Packing List
- Comfortable shoes (for walking)
- Comfortable clothes (respectful attire for visiting mosque/church and city – consider covering shoulders and knees, especially for religious sites. Women may need a headscarf for the mosque).
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Camera
- Small cash (EGP for shopping, tips, meals not included)
- Reusable Water Bottle
- Swimsuit & towel (if planning to swim during beach break – Full Day option)
- Headscarf (women, for mosque visit)
Explore the history and charm of El Quseir! ✨
