Tours to El Alamein — Egypt's Mediterranean Resort

El Alamein is a resort on Egypt's Mediterranean coast, about 100 km west of Alexandria. Holidaymakers choose it for its fine white sand, turquoise water and a milder summer than on the Red Sea: in August, the air warms up to +31…32°C and the sea to +27…28°C. Nearby are the young city of New Alamein with its promenade and restaurants, as well as the World War II memorials.

The season runs from May to October, and this is when tour operators schedule direct charter flights from Chisinau; the flight takes about 3 hours. The tour price already includes the flight, transfer, accommodation, meals and insurance. Click “Find a tour” to compare prices from all tour operators, or submit a request and we will find a hotel for your dates and budget.

El Alamein or the Red Sea

El Alamein is nothing like Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh. Here are the main differences:

El Alamein is the choice for a summer beach holiday on white sand without exhausting heat: with children, as a couple or combined with trips to Alexandria. For winter holidays, snorkelling or a smaller budget, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada or Marsa Alam are a better fit.

When to Go to El Alamein: Weather by Month

Green marks the months with the warmest sea. Approximate averages: daytime air temperature / water temperature.

From November to April, the water cools to +17…22°C, winds are more frequent and storms occur, so there are no charter flights at this time. For a winter holiday, choose the Red Sea resorts, where you can swim all year round.

Beaches and Sea

El Alamein's beaches are wide, with fine white sand that stays cooler than dark sand even in the heat. The water is clear and turquoise, and the entry into the sea is mostly gentle and sandy, which makes it convenient for families with children. There are no corals near the shore, so you will not need special swimming shoes.

The Mediterranean is more changeable than the Red Sea: waves rise on windy days, so watch the beach flags and follow the lifeguards' instructions. Most hotels have their own beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas, and some are located in sheltered bays with fewer waves.

Where to Stay: Areas of the Coast

• New Alamein — a young city built from scratch: high-rises by the sea, a long promenade, shopping centres and restaurants. It is the liveliest area in the evening, and in summer it hosts a festival with concerts by Arab pop stars.
• Sidi Abdel Rahman and Marassi — a bay with one of the most beautiful beaches on the coast and a resort town with a yacht marina, restaurants and upscale hotels. It is quieter here and closer to the airport.

Some hotels stand on their own along the coast: these are large resorts with a private beach, pools and entertainment, where you can stay for the whole holiday. There are also adults-only hotels for those looking for peace and quiet.

What to See in and around El Alamein

• World War II memorials. In 1942, the battles that changed the course of the war in North Africa were fought near El Alamein. There is a Commonwealth war cemetery with more than 7,000 burials, as well as German and Italian memorials overlooking the sea.
• El Alamein War Museum — separate halls devoted to Great Britain, Germany, Italy and Egypt, with tanks and guns from the battlefields displayed outdoors.
• Alexandria — 1.5–2 hours by road: the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Citadel of Qaitbay on the site of the famous lighthouse and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
• Marsa Matrouh — 2–2.5 hours to the west: Agiba Bay with its turquoise water, the natural Cleopatra's Bath among the rocks and the Rommel Museum in the cave that served as his headquarters.
• Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza — about 3 hours each way, so it is a full-day trip.

How to Get to El Alamein

• Flight: a direct charter from Chisinau takes about 3 hours. Flights operate only during the season, from May to October.
• Arrival airport: El Alamein International Airport (DBB) near the town of El Dabaa.
• Transfer: from 30 minutes to an hour depending on the hotel; it is included in the tour price.
• From Ukraine to Chisinau: the Bessarabia train runs daily from Kyiv, and buses operate from Odesa and other cities. Ukrainian citizens do not need a visa for Moldova.

How Much Does a Tour to El Alamein Cost

From about UAH 67,862 for two for an all-inclusive week departing from Chisinau. Tours here cost more than to the Red Sea: the resort is young, most hotels are new and upscale, and the season lasts only half a year. The exact price depends on the dates, hotel and meal plan; the search on the site shows current offers from all tour operators.

The tour price includes:

• return flights;
• airport — hotel — airport transfer;
• accommodation and meals according to the chosen plan;
• medical insurance.

The visa, excursions and travel to the departure airport are paid separately. Prices for other resorts are on the tours to Egypt page.

Travel Documents

• An international passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Egypt.
• Egypt visa: online (e-Visa) or at the airport on arrival — USD 30. The free Sinai Only stamp does not apply here: it is valid only for Sinai, while El Alamein is on the mainland coast.
• Voucher, flight tickets and medical insurance for the whole tour — we send them by email after payment.
• Leaving Ukraine: check the current rules under martial law, including those for children, on the website of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine or with our agency.