Step away from the busy streets of Cairo for a private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo and discover Egypt’s Mediterranean city in one well-planned day. Travel comfortably by private air-conditioned vehicle, explore Alexandria’s most important landmarks with your Egyptologist guide, and return to Cairo in the evening.
Your journey takes you through the city’s rich Greco-Roman, Islamic and coastal heritage. Visit Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences meet beneath the streets of Alexandria. Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, a striking Mamluk fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and standing near the historic site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
You will also visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks and a tribute to the legendary ancient library. Between the historic sites, enjoy a relaxed seafood lunch and take in the different atmosphere of Alexandria, where sea views, history and everyday city life come together.
This private day trip to Alexandria from Cairo is ideal for travellers with limited time who still want to experience the city’s essential highlights. With hotel pickup, private transfers, guided sightseeing, entrance fees and lunch arranged in advance, you can enjoy Alexandria without worrying about the long drive or the day’s logistics.
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Itinerary of Alexandria Day Tour From Cairo:
In the morning, your private driver and Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to begin your Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria and discover the city’s most important historical landmarks in one well-planned day.
Pompey's Pillar:
Begin with Pompey’s Pillar, a massive red granite Roman column standing nearly 27 meters high. Despite its name, the monument was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian and stands beside the remains of the ancient Serapeum complex.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa:
Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most fascinating underground archaeological sites. Its tombs, statues and carved chambers reveal a remarkable blend of ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman art and beliefs.
Qaitbay Citadel:
Visit Qaitbay Citadel, a striking 15th-century Mamluk fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay between 1477 and 1479, it stands near the historic site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina:
Continue to the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks. Opened in 2002 as a tribute to the legendary ancient library, it features distinctive architecture, museums, exhibitions and spaces dedicated to knowledge and the arts.
After your sightseeing tour, enjoy a seafood lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your private drive back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, concluding your private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo.
Meals: Lunch.
Alexandria Day Tour From Cairo
Tour Inclusions
- Pickup and drop-off service from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
- Private transportation by a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private Egyptologist guide during the sightseeing tour.
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
- Bottled water during the tour.
- All service charges and taxes.
Tour Exclusions
- Gratuities (tipping).
- Personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs or snacks.
- Optional activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a private same-day trip from Cairo to Alexandria and return comfortably in the evening.
- See Pompey’s Pillar and explore the underground Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
- Visit Qaitbay Citadel, a historic Mamluk fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
- Discover the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, inspired by the legendary ancient library.
- Enjoy lunch in Alexandria with private transfers and an expert Egyptologist guide throughout the day.
What to Pack With You
- Comfortable walking shoes for archaeological sites and city sightseeing.
- Light, comfortable clothing suitable for the season.
- A light jacket or sweater, especially in winter or near the Mediterranean coast.
- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Personal medications, a camera or smartphone and some cash for tips or souvenirs.
This is a fully private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo, including your own air-conditioned vehicle, driver and Egyptologist guide.
Yes, this is a full-day trip. After sightseeing and lunch in Alexandria, you will return privately to your hotel in Cairo or Giza on the same day.
The tour includes Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria is included, as mentioned in the itinerary.
This tour is designed for travellers who want to visit Alexandria and return to Cairo on the same day. The 2-day option includes an overnight stay in Alexandria and covers additional attractions at a slower pace.
Travel Tip
Alexandria is usually cooler and breezier than Cairo, particularly near the sea, so bring a light layer even during warmer months. For more practical advice on what to pack, weather, visas and local customs, explore our Egypt travel blog and helpful Egypt travel guide before your trip.
Accommodation & Activities
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $60 | $65 |
| 2-4 Persons | $90 | $100 |
| Single | $140 | $160 |
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