As part of the state's efforts to support and stimulate maritime tourism, and in implementation of the political leadership's directives to increase the number of incoming tourist trips to Egyptian ports, Alexandria Port received the AROYA cruise ship today, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, coming from the Turkish port of Bodrum. This is its fourth trip in two months, as part of five scheduled trips for the coming period.The Maltese-flagged ship AROYA, operated by the shipping agent Rhapsody, docked at the port's passenger terminal this morning with a total of 4,693 passengers on board, including 3,423 tourists and 1,270 crew members. The ship is scheduled to depart the port today at 10:00 PM, bound for the Turkish port of Istanbul. The ship was received by a number of leaders from the Alexandria Port Authority, including representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority, and the Alexandria Governorate, as well as relevant security authorities. This was part of the joint coordination to ensure a smooth reception and swift completion of procedures.The Authority ensured the safe entry and escort of the vessel from its approach to the port via tugs and pilot boats, under the direct supervision of the radar guidance tower, while taking all technical and security measures in accordance with the highest approved safety standards.The General Administration of Passenger Traffic supervised the reception of the tourists and facilitated their disembarkation procedures, to begin their tourist program in the city, which includes visiting the most prominent archaeological and cultural landmarks of Alexandria, amidst a welcoming atmosphere interspersed with distinctive artistic and folkloric segments presented by the Storm band, led by Captain Ahmed Heikal.Distributing souvenirs, confirming the Authority's keenness to enhance the tourism experience and promote maritime tourism in Egyptian ports globally.
