Tour Overview
Enjoy a private day trip to Alexandria. This Mediterranean port city has tons of culture and history. You’ll love exploring the Catacombs, the Biblioteca Alexandrina, and the Citadel of Quaitbay. On this Alexandria day tour from Cairo, you'll get to learn about one of Egypt's most beloved cities. In addition to being guided by your personal Egyptologist, lunch, photography and transportation is also included.
Starting from $181 / person
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Trip Itinerary
Pick Up from Your Hotel
Your personal tour guide and Egyptologist will meet you at your hotel in Cairo in the morning. Upon pick up, you will travel together to Alexandria in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Visit Pompay’s Pillar, Temple of Serapis & the Catacombs
Once arriving in Alexandria, you’ll visit Pompay's Pillar first. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the Temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then, you’ll drive to visit the Catacombs, which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
Enjoy Lunch at a Local Restaurant in Alexandria
On this tour, lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria can be purchased independently. You’ll love tasting authentic Egyptian cuisine, delicious!
Qauitbay Citadel & Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Following your lunch, you’ll proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel, which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (the light house) of Alexandria, Then, you’ll head to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Drop Off at Hotel
At the end of your tour, your tour guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
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Travel Tips & FAQs:
Before we pick up you at your hotel on the day of the trip, we encourage each of our guests to read our Egypt Travel FAQs page so you can get all of your questions answered. We cover everything from what to wear and what the weather will be like to how to get your VISA upon arrival.
Ready to Book? Here’s How:
We can’t wait for you to experience Egypt! Once you’re ready to book, select your travel dates, review how many people will be in your travel group and then fill out our online form, call +20 120 322 3513 or email us.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
English-speaking tour guide
Hotel pick up & drop off
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees for sites listed
Bottled water
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Personal expenses (ex. shopping)
Professional photography
Any extras or add-ons
Tipping
Standard 3.9% booking fee
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
This tour is available daily. Please see our tour pricing for adults (18+)* listed below. All prices are in USD.
Starting from $181 / person
*Please let us know if your reservation includes children. Child pricing will be provided upon reservation request.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT
A payment for the full amount of the tour will be requested once the tour has been confirmed. Payments using a credit / debit card must be made online within 24 hours of the confirmed booking.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Once your payment has been processed, there are no refunds for Day Tour cancellations.