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Galala Mountain Cable Car & Panoramic Coastal Drive

Soar above the Gulf of Suez on the spectacular Galala cable car, which connects sea level to the cliff-top city of El Galala — delivering jaw-dropping views of the Red Sea coast that simply cannot be seen any other way.

What to expect

Your private air-conditioned car follows the sweeping Red Sea coastal highway to the Galala cable-car station (G1), one of the Middle East's most dramatic gondola rides. The 4.35 km cable car ascends 1,100 metres of raw cliff face, revealing a shimmering tableau of sea, desert, and distant ships in the Suez Canal. At the summit, the new El Galala city offers terrace cafés and viewpoints before your scenic coastal return.

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Luxor and Aswan Travel (Sokhna Port Shore Excursions)
From USD 55 per person (private transfer, cable-car ticket & guide included)
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Good to know

Cable car tickets should be pre-booked (check galalaresort.com for timed slots). The round trip ride is approx. 30 minutes. The full excursion comfortably fits a 4–5 hour window from port, making it an ideal half-day option. Bring sunglasses and a camera with a wide lens.

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Luxury cruises that call at Ain Sokhna — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Norwegian · Norwegian Sun
21 nights · calls at Ain Sokhna
from $3,849
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