Private Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo with Lunch11 hours
From€23.02per person
Listing ID : 69349
Private Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo with Lunch
11hDuration
Max 12 peopleGroup Size
Arabic, EnglishSpeaking Guide
Mobile ticketAccepted
About this experience
Duration11 Hours
Group SizePrivate
Starts AtYour Hotel in Cairo or Giza
LanguagesArabic, English
Private Day Tour from Cairo
Private Sightseeing Tour to Alexandria from Cairo with Lunch
Explore the ancient Mediterranean city of Alexandria on a fully private, guided day trip from Cairo.
This private day trip to Alexandria from Cairo takes you through centuries of history, from Roman burial chambers and a Ptolemaic lighthouse site to a landmark modern library and a medieval sea fortress. A dedicated expert guide and private air-conditioned transport make the 220-kilometer journey comfortable and rewarding.
Alexandria sits at the crossroads of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Islamic civilizations, and that layered history is visible at every major site on this itinerary. The city's Mediterranean atmosphere and its celebrated Corniche waterfront offer a striking contrast to Cairo's landscape.
Lunch at a local Alexandria restaurant is included, giving you a genuine taste of the city's culinary character before the afternoon visits. By early evening, your driver returns you directly to your Cairo or Giza hotel.
Tour Highlights
Stand beside Pompey's Pillar, a towering Roman monument erected in honour of Emperor Diocletian in the late 4th century.
Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt with three rock-cut levels blending Pharaonic and Roman funerary art.
Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century sea fortress built on the legendary site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Tour the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a striking 21st-century cultural complex commemorating Alexandria's heritage as a world center of learning.
See the Roman Theatre at Kom el-Dikka, one of Alexandria's most recognizable ancient landmarks in the heart of the city.
Admire Al Mursi Abu Al Abbas Mosque, an 18th-century mosque overlooking the eastern harbor, built over the tomb of a revered Andalusian scholar.
Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with door-to-door hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza.
Itinerary
1
Hotel Pickup in Cairo or Giza
Your expert guide collects you from your Cairo or Giza hotel holding a sign with your name. The private air-conditioned vehicle then heads north along the desert highway toward Alexandria, approximately 220 kilometers away and around two and a half hours by road.
2
Pompey's Pillar and Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
The morning begins at Pompey's Pillar, a Roman granite column originally part of the magnificent Temple of Serapis, constructed in honour of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. The visit continues underground at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, discovered by accident in 1900 and now recognized as the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt, with three carved levels combining Pharaonic and Roman artistic traditions.
3
Lunch at a Local Alexandria Restaurant
Midday brings a break at a local restaurant in Alexandria, where you can sample regional dishes at a comfortable pace before the afternoon's sights.
4
Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Sultan Qaitbay's 15th-century sea fortress sits on a narrow peninsula extending into Alexandria's harbor, built on the ancient site of the Pharos lighthouse. Nearby on the Corniche, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina — inaugurated in 2002 — houses a major library and cultural center that honors Alexandria's classical legacy as a seat of world scholarship.
5
Roman Theatre and Al Mursi Abu Al Abbas Mosque
The Roman Theatre at Kom el-Dikka, centrally located in the city, is one of the few surviving Roman amphitheaters in Egypt and a defining symbol of ancient Alexandria. The nearby Al Mursi Abu Al Abbas Mosque, built in 1775 over the tomb of a 13th-century Andalusian scholar who settled in Alexandria, overlooks the eastern harbor and is one of the city's most important religious monuments.
6
Return to Cairo
Around 18:00, your driver begins the return journey to Cairo, delivering you directly to your hotel at the conclusion of the tour.
What Is Included
Included
Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
Expert licensed tour guide throughout the day
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria
Entrance fees to all listed sites
Not Included
Gratuities for guide and driver
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Beverages not included in the lunch
Any optional sites not listed in the itinerary
Important Information
This is a private tour. All sites are visited at a relaxed pace suitable for most travelers. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes and modest dress are recommended, particularly for mosque visits.
Duration
Approximately 11 hours in total, including roughly 5 hours of round-trip driving between Cairo and Alexandria.
Meeting Point
Your hotel lobby in Cairo or Giza. The guide arrives holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, modest clothing suitable for mosque entry, sunscreen, a hat, and a bottle of water for the drive.
Cancellation
Please review the cancellation policy at the time of booking. Cancellation terms vary by booking date and notice period.
Accessibility
The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa involve narrow staircases and uneven rock-cut passages. Travelers with limited mobility should consider this before booking.
Age Range
Suitable for all ages. The tour is rated Easy in terms of physical difficulty, though the full day length should be considered for very young children or elderly travelers.
Reserve Your Private Alexandria Day Trip
Secure your private guided tour to Alexandria today and experience one of the Mediterranean world's most historically layered cities, with all logistics handled from your Cairo hotel door to your return.
How far is Alexandria from Cairo and how long does the drive take?▼
Alexandria is approximately 220 kilometers from Cairo. The drive takes around two and a half hours each way by private air-conditioned vehicle, depending on traffic conditions.
Is lunch included in the tour?▼
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria is included in the tour price. Beverages beyond what is provided with the meal are at your own expense.
What should I wear when visiting the mosque and the catacombs?▼
Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is required for entry to Al Mursi Abu Al Abbas Mosque. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are advisable for the uneven surfaces inside the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
Is this tour suitable for travelers with mobility limitations?▼
Several sites, particularly the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, involve descending narrow staircases cut into rock. Travelers with significant mobility limitations may find certain parts of the itinerary challenging and should consider this before booking.
Is this a private tour or a shared group tour?▼
This is a fully private tour. You will not share the vehicle or guide with other travelers, and the pace of the day can be adjusted to your preferences.
What is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina?▼
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a major library and cultural center inaugurated in 2002, located on Alexandria's Corniche. It was built as a contemporary tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria, which made the city one of the most important centers of learning in the ancient world.
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This tour operates between Cairo (and Giza) and Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city and a major Mediterranean port located approximately 220 kilometers northwest of Cairo. Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BCE and served as the capital of Ptolemaic Egypt, a renowned center of Hellenistic culture, and home to the ancient world's most celebrated library. Today the city sits on Egypt's northern Mediterranean coast in the Nile Delta region. Key landmarks covered by this tour — including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Qaitbay Citadel, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Roman Theatre at Kom el-Dikka — are all located within central and waterfront Alexandria. The tour departs from hotels in Cairo or Giza and returns to the same, making it accessible to travelers based anywhere in greater Cairo.
Location: Alexandria, Egypt | Departure City: Cairo / Giza, Egypt | Region: North Africa, Mediterranean Coast | Tour Type: Private Day Trip | Historical Periods Covered: Roman, Ptolemaic, Pharaonic, Islamic | Difficulty: Easy | Duration: 11 Hours
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