Alexandria Highlights Full-Day Tour

Alexandria
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Day trip

10 - 12 Hours

Duration

Private

Group type

English (Other languages available on request)

Guide

Hotel pickup

Pickup

Overview

Escape the bustle of Cairo and discover the Mediterranean charm of Alexandria on this full-day private excursion. Founded by Alexander the Great, Egypt’s second-largest city blends Greco-Roman history with vibrant coastal beauty. Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide, explore ancient underground catacombs, walk through Roman ruins, marvel at the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and stand at the historic Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the sea.

Itinerary

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

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Begin your journey at the largest Roman burial site in Egypt, exploring its fascinating blend of Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman art carved deep into the bedrock.

Pompey’s Pillar & Roman Amphitheatre

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Visit the iconic red granite column standing at 25 meters high, followed by a walk through the well-preserved Roman Amphitheatre of Kom El-Dikka.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria)

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Tour the modern architectural marvel celebrating the legacy of the ancient Great Library, featuring vast reading halls, museums, and art galleries.

Citadel of Qaitbay & Lunch by the Sea

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Explore the 15th-century coastal fortress built on the exact site of the legendary Pharos Lighthouse, followed by a fresh seafood lunch overlooking the Mediterranean Sea before heading back.

Included and not included

Included:

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private, modern air-conditioned vehicle

  • Expert English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide

  • Entrance fees to all mentioned historical sites (Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina)

  • Fresh seafood lunch at a local Mediterranean restaurant

  • Bottled water during the trip

  • All service charges and taxes

Not Included:

  • Personal expenses and extra beverages during lunch

  • Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary

  • Tipping (gratuities) for the guide and driver

Trip Questions

How long is the drive from Cairo to Alexandria?

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The drive takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours each way in a comfortable, private air-conditioned vehicle.

Is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina open every day?

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The library is closed on Fridays and public holidays; on those days, guests can enjoy an external photo stop and extended time at the other historical landmarks.

Can this tour be customized to start from Alexandria instead of Cairo?

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Yes, we offer flexible pickup from hotels, Alexandria Port, or Borg El Arab Airport upon request.

From

45$

per Adult

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.