Alexandria Full-Day Tour from Cairo with Private Guide

Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria

Overview

Book a Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria and experience Egypt’s Mediterranean jewel in one smooth, well paced day. This Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria is designed for easy sightseeing, with door to door transfers and a qualified guide to bring each landmark to life.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel or airport in Cairo in an A/C van, then a scenic drive to Alexandria. Once you arrive, the pace is relaxed and easy, with guided visits to the city’s standout Greco Roman and medieval sites. Expect a culture rich day focused on history, stories, and photo stops, then a direct return transfer back to your accommodation.

✨ Highlights

• 🏛️ Explore the iconic Pompey's Pillar, a towering red Aswan granite column from the 3rd century
• 📚 Hear fascinating context from your guide about the Lighthouse of Alexandria and Roman emperors
• 🏰 Visit the seaside Qaitbay Citadel, set at the entrance of Alexandria’s eastern harbor
• 🪦 Descend into the Catacombs, a vast Roman cemetery carved into rock across three levels
• 🚐 Enjoy a private, air conditioned ride for a smooth Alexandria day trip from Cairo
• 🌿 See the elegant grounds of Montazah Palace as part of your Alexandria exploration

📍 Itinerary

• Pickup in Cairo, Meet your qualified tour guide at your hotel or airport, then depart in an A/C van.
• Drive to Alexandria, Travel from Cairo to Alexandria.
• Pompey's Pillar, Visit the 3rd century column, the last remaining relic of the Temple of Serapis, and hear stories about Roman emperors and the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
• Qaitbay Citadel, Stop at the historic fortress at the entrance to Alexandria’s eastern harbor.
• Catacombs, Explore the largest Roman cemetery, with three levels cut into the rock.
• Montazah Palace, Visit the palace area as part of your Alexandria city experience.
• Return to Cairo, Transfer back to your hotel.

✅ What’s Included

• Pickup and drop off from your hotel or airport
• Qualified tour guide
• Transport by A/C van

❌ Exclusions

• Any items or services not mentioned in What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 10 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Meeting point: Pickup from your Cairo hotel or Cairo airport
• Drop off: Return to your hotel
• Accessibility and physical requirements: Designed as an easy day tour, with guided site visits and vehicle transfers.
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source content.

🚀 Ready to Explore Alexandria in a Day?

If you want a seamless private tour from Cairo that combines comfort, storytelling, and Alexandria’s most important historic stops, this Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria is an ideal fit. Reserve now to enjoy a curated route through Alexandria sightseeing highlights, with a guide and private transfers handling the details.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: How long is the Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria?
A: The tour duration is 10 hours. It includes pickup in Cairo, travel to Alexandria, guided visits, and a return transfer to your hotel.

Q2: What is the difficulty level of this tour?
A: The difficulty is EASY. The day is structured around vehicle transfers and guided sightseeing at the main attractions.

Q3: Which attractions are included on this Alexandria day trip?
A: You will visit Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, the Catacombs, and Montazah Palace. Your guide also shares stories and context related to the Lighthouse of Alexandria and Roman emperors.

Q4: What is included in the Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria?
A: The Private Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria includes pickup and drop off from your hotel or airport, a qualified tour guide, and transportation by A/C van. Anything not listed as included is not specified in the source details.

Q5: Where does the tour start and end?
A: A qualified tour guide picks you up from your hotel or the airport in Cairo. After the Alexandria visits, you are taken back to your hotel.