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From Cairo: Private Day Tour Visit Alexandria with Guide
Cairo
About
Experience the best of Alexandria in a single day on a private, full-day tour from Cairo. Visit historical, cultural, and religious landmarks, including the Kom El-Dikka Roman Theater, the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, and the El-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque.
Enjoy personalized attention from your private guide, comfortable air-conditioned transport, and fascinating insights into Alexandria’s ancient history, architecture, and culture. This tour combines convenience, education, and adventure for a truly unforgettable Egyptian experience.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of water
Tipping
Lunch
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday so you will be able to take Photos from outside
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From Cairo: Private Day Tour Visit Alexandria with Guide
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$150.00
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About
Experience the best of Alexandria in a single day on a private, full-day tour from Cairo. Visit historical, cultural, and religious landmarks, including the Kom El-Dikka Roman Theater, the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, and the El-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque.
Enjoy personalized attention from your private guide, comfortable air-conditioned transport, and fascinating insights into Alexandria’s ancient history, architecture, and culture. This tour combines convenience, education, and adventure for a truly unforgettable Egyptian experience.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of water
Tipping
Lunch
Itinerary
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Cairo
Your tour begins at 07:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by your professional driver. Travel in comfort by private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, located approximately 220 km from Cairo.
Upon arrival in Alexandria at around 10:00 AM, you will begin your full-day city tour.
3 hours
2
Ancient Roman Theater, Alexandria
Kom El-Dikka & Roman Theater, Alexandria
Explore Kom El-Dikka, one of Alexandria’s most important archaeological sites. Originally a well-off residential neighborhood, it later became a major civic center, featuring a Roman bath complex (thermae), auditoria (lecture halls), and a theater.
Today, Kom El-Dikka is the largest and most complete above-ground archaeological site in Alexandria, offering fascinating insights into urban life in Roman Egypt. Admire ancient villas, intricate mosaics, and the impressive public works that reveal the city’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
1 hour
3
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, Alexandria
Visit the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa (“Mound of Shards”), one of Alexandria’s most fascinating archaeological sites and considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.
This necropolis features a remarkable series of tombs, statues, and funerary artifacts, blending Pharaonic traditions with Hellenistic and early Roman influences. Explore the underground chambers and marvel at the intricate carvings and architectural design that showcase Alexandria’s rich cultural history.
1 hour
4
Alexandria Library
Bibliotheca Alexandrina (The Great Library of Alexandria)
Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern tribute to the legendary Great Library of Alexandria, one of the most significant libraries of the ancient world. Part of a larger research institution called the Mouseion, the library was dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of arts and knowledge.
Explore its impressive architecture, extensive collections, and cultural exhibits, and gain insight into Alexandria’s rich intellectual heritage that has inspired scholars for centuries.
1 hour
5
qaytbay castle
Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria
Discover the Qaitbay Citadel, one of the most important coastal forts on the Mediterranean Sea. Built by the Mamluk Sultan Al-Ashraf Abu al-Nasr Qaitbay between 1477–1479 AD, it stands on the ruins of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.
The citadel played a key role in defending Alexandria against naval attacks and today offers visitors stunning views of the Mediterranean, along with a glimpse into Egypt’s rich military and architectural history.
1 hour
6
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
El-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque, Alexandria
Visit the El-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque, one of Alexandria’s most iconic religious landmarks. Named after the 13th-century mystic Abu’l Abbas al-Mursi, the mosque houses his tomb along with members of the Ashraf family.
Admire its stunning Islamic architecture, intricate decorations, and serene atmosphere, making it a must-see site for anyone exploring the cultural and spiritual heritage of Alexandria.
1 hour
7
Cairo
The tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel in Cairo, arriving back at approximately 7:00 PM.