Private Guided Day Trip To Alexandria From Cairo
Alexandria
Discover Alexandria's rich history on a private guided day trip from Cairo. Visit iconic sites with an Egyptologist guide. Book your adventure now!
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Alexandria Library - Pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, Travel to Alexandria. Start the tour with the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. Visit President Sadat Museum and visit the open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. Our guide will explain the design of the library from outside, you will have a chance for some photo stops. Note: Alexandria library is closed on Fridays ,Saturdays & in public holidays. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.

  • Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Visiting the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock

  • Pompeys Pillar - You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century)

  • Ancient Roman Amphitheater - Visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria.

  • Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral - The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa,

  • Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial - pass by Unknown Soldiers Memorial

  • Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi - The car will then transport you to the most beautiful and largest mosque in the city, allowing for a photo stop at the Abbo Elabbas Mosque.Walk by the oldest funfair in Egypt

  • Montazah Gardens - The car will then take you to visit Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt’s history. You’ll have the opportunity to pause for a photo by King Farouk’s royal palace, as well as explore the royal beaches of the queens.

  • Alexandria - Tour guides in languages other than English, subject to availability. Should your preferred language guide be unavailable, we are pleased to offer the assistance of a live English tour guide, complemented by an audio guide available in your desired language.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch meal
  • Entrance fees
  • Transport by air-conditioned car
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide (if option selected)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities, Tipping for Guide, Driver (Recommended)
  • Additional fees for pick up from airport ( 10 $ per person )
Additional Information

Alexandria is at least 11-12 hours round trip from Cairo so it pays to use your time effectively. Make the absolute most of those precious hours on this door-to-door tour that covers the library, the Roman Amphitheater, the corniche and harbor, the site of the lighthouse, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Montazah Palace Gardens, Stanley Bridge, the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, El Nabi Daniel Mosque and many other stops. Explore Alexandria in style with an Egyptologist guide See highlights of the city ancient, modern, and Islamic Learn about Alexandria’s fascinating heritage from your personal guide Travel from Cairo in comfort with door-to-door round-trip transfers

  • Allotted time is for the round trip transfer from Cairo to Alexandria and return
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Location
Alexandria Library
Bab Shari,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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1 Adult
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