Alexandria Full Day Tour From Cairo
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape the capital and discover the Mediterranean charm of Alexandria on this full-day private tour from Cairo. Known as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean”, Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great and later flourished as the great center of Hellenistic learning. Travel through its layered history — from the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where Egyptian, Greek and Roman traditions blend, to Pompey’s Pillar, the Roman Amphitheatre and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Stand by the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse, and savor a seafood lunch beside the Mediterranean. Private round-trip transport and a dedicated Egyptologist guide ensure a seamless, memorable day.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Bottled water
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo to Alexandria and back.
- Roman Theatre & Amphitheatre
- Seafood lunch at a local restaurant.
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Pompey’s Pillar
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- Qaitbay area and Alexandria Corniche
What's not
- Personal expense
- gratuities
Itinerary
07:00 AM – Departure from Cairo Pick-up from your hotel in Cairo and drive to Alexandria, approximately 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic. 10:00 AM – Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Visit the fascinating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most important archaeological sites, featuring a unique combination of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic traditions.
11:00 AM – Pompey’s Pillar & Serapeum Visit Pompey’s Pillar, one of the most famous monuments of Roman Alexandria, and explore the surrounding archaeological remains. 11:45 AM – Roman Amphitheatre Visit the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre of Alexandria, including the beautifully preserved remains of the ancient Roman complex. 12:30 PM – Bibliotheca Alexandrina Visit the impressive Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of Alexandria’s most iconic modern landmarks and a tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. 01:30 PM – Seafood Lunch Enjoy a delicious traditional Egyptian seafood lunch at a local fish restaurant. 03:00 PM – Qaitbay Citadel Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, built in the 15th century on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the historic harbor.
Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, built in the 15th century on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the historic harbor. 04:00 PM – Qaitbay Area & Corniche Take a relaxing walk around the Qaitbay area and along the Alexandria Corniche, with time for photographs and enjoying the Mediterranean atmosphere. 04:30 PM – Departure for Cairo Around 07:30–08:00 PM – Arrival in Cairo Drop-off at your hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Tickets
- Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- SamMo
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Giza
- Its from-price is 100% above the median of the 3748 experiences we list in Giza.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2110 of 3748.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Giza
Giza, on the edge of Cairo, is home to the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and a desert plateau that has drawn travellers for thousands of years.
The plateau holds three great pyramids, built for the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, along with smaller queens' pyramids and rows of nobles' tombs. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing, and the Great Sphinx keeps watch below, carved from the bedrock beside Khafre's valley temple.
Top-ranked sights in Giza: Sphinx (Great Sphinx of Giza), Giza Pyramids, Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu Pyramid).
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