Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo: Ancient Sights & Coastal Charm

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Duration

12 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

Arabic, English, German, Italian, Spanish

About this tour

Discover the rich history and coastal beauty of Alexandria on a private full-day trip from Cairo. Perfect for travelers short on time, this tour covers the city’s major landmarks in one day. Explore the fascinating Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, an underground network blending Roman and Egyptian art, and see the impressive modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Visit the ancient Roman Amphitheatre and marvel at Pompey’s Pillar, one of the city’s most famous monuments. With private transport and a knowledgeable guide, you can experience Alexandria’s highlights at a relaxed pace before returning to Cairo in the evening.

Highlights

  • Explore Alexandria in a single day from Cairo
  • Enjoy a private tour tailored to your group
  • Benefit from convenient hotel or port pickup and drop-off
  • Hear captivating stories of Alexandria’s history from your guide

Included/Excluded

  • Pickup and drop-off from hotel or port
  • All transfers in a private, air-conditioned latest-model vehicle
  • Private guided tour
  • Bottled water
  • Shared guide service in Alexandria (optional)
  • Entry fees to sites (optional)
  • Lunch (optional)

Itinerary

Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo: Ancient Sights & Coastal Charm

Hotel Pickup – Cairo
Begin at 7:00 am with pickup from your Cairo or Giza hotel by your guide. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, located about 220 km from Cairo. Arrive around 10:00 am to start your tour.
Duration: 3 hours • Admission Ticket: Free

Stop 1 – Ancient Roman Amphitheatre (1 hour)

  • See the well-preserved Roman Theater with marble seating for up to 800 people

  • View galleries, mosaic flooring, and the remains of Roman villas and baths
    Admission Ticket: Not Included

Stop 2 – Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa (1 hour)

  • Explore multi-level tombs blending Roman and Egyptian styles

  • Visit the Tri-cilium, once used for feasts honoring the dead
    Admission Ticket: Not Included

Stop 3 – Bibliotheca Alexandrina (1 hour)

  • Tour the modern Library of Alexandria, housing over 8 million books

  • Located near the site of the ancient lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
    Admission Ticket: Not Included

Stop 4 – Citadel of Qaitbay (1 hour)

  • Visit this 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient lighthouse

  • Enjoy a free walk along the Corniche
    Admission Ticket: Not Included

Stop 5 – Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi (1 hour)

  • Admire the ornate design of this historic 13th-century mosque dedicated to a revered Sufi saint
    Admission Ticket: Not Included

Return to Cairo
Depart Alexandria in the afternoon and arrive back at your hotel around 7:00 pm.
Duration: 2 hours • Admission Ticket: Free

Durations

Fullday (+7hours)

Languages

Arabic
English
German
Italian
Spanish

Tour's Location

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Owner

HyaSobh

Member Since 2025

Information Contact

Email

[email protected]

Website

egypttrails.com

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