MSC Lirica Cruise Visit Brings 1,735 Tourists to West Port Said
Shipping Arabia, November 12, 2026 – The MSC Lirica cruise visit to Egypt’s West Port Said Port brought 1,735 tourists and 737 crew members of various nationalities, according to the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE). The cruise ship arrived from Limassol, Cyprus, carrying a total of 2,472 passengers and crew.
The vessel berthed at the port’s cruise terminal, marking its second visit to West Port Said within a short period. The arrival forms part of ongoing cruise tourism activities at the port, which occupies a strategic location at the northern entrance to the Suez Canal.
MSC Lirica Passengers to Visit Cairo and Port Said
During the port call, passengers are scheduled to participate in organized shore excursions to several tourist destinations in Egypt.
The planned programs include visits to Cairo, where tourists will explore some of the city’s prominent archaeological landmarks. Additional excursions will take passengers around Port Said to discover its historical attractions.
MSC Lirica is scheduled to depart West Port Said on the evening of November 12, continuing its cruise voyage to Alexandria.
West Port Said Port’s location at the northern entrance to the Suez Canal, together with its proximity to tourist attractions in Port Said, supports its role in receiving cruise vessels and facilitating passenger excursions.
The vessel’s second visit within a short period also forms part of the cruise tourism activity that SCZONE is working to develop at the port.
SCZONE Advances Cruise Tourism Across Mediterranean and Red Sea Ports
The Suez Canal Economic Zone continues its efforts to promote cruise tourism at its ports along Egypt’s Mediterranean and Red Sea coasts.
According to SCZONE, these initiatives focus on strengthening port readiness to accommodate cruise vessels and ensuring the availability of the necessary logistical services.
The authority is pursuing these objectives alongside ongoing infrastructure development and port efficiency improvements. These efforts aim to enhance the capabilities of its ports to receive cruise ships and support tourism-related maritime operations.
At West Port Said, the port administration coordinated with the relevant authorities to complete the arrangements required for MSC Lirica’s arrival.
These preparations included facilitating passenger clearance procedures and implementing the necessary operational measures to maintain regular port activities. The arrangements also aim to ensure the vessel can depart smoothly in accordance with established port procedures.
The MSC Lirica cruise visit highlights SCZONE’s continuing efforts to develop cruise tourism through its maritime facilities, improve port infrastructure and support the services required for international cruise operations.
Source: Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE)
