Alexandria Port receives cruise ship Mein Schiff 5 with 3,502 passengers

The Alexandria Port Authority received the cruise ship ‘Mein Schiff 5’ on Sunday, arriving from Heraklion, Greece. The vessel carries a total of 3,502 passengers, including 2,560 tourists from Germany and other nationalities, along with 942 crew members.

The passengers' itinerary includes visits to major archaeological and historical sites in Alexandria, Cairo, and Giza to explore Egypt's diverse heritage, ranging from Ancient Egyptian to Greco-Roman and Islamic eras. Some passengers are also scheduled for bicycle tours within Alexandria.

The ship is expected to depart Alexandria this evening for Rhodes, Greece. Port authorities coordinated with the Ministries of Transport, Tourism and Antiquities, and the Ministry of Interior to ensure smooth entry and exit procedures for the travelers.