This private Alexandria tour from Cairo offers a perfect blend of history, comfort, and local culture. With expert guidance from a professional Egyptologist, you'll explore the most iconic sites of Alexandria in a single day—without the need for an overnight stay. Enjoy hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your accommodation, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and discover both famous landmarks and hidden local gems. It’s an immersive, time-efficient experience ideal for history lovers and curious travelers alike.
Tour Highlights: - Private guided tour with an Egyptologist - Door-to-door transport in a private A/C vehicle - Explore Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqa...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private English Egyptologist guide
All Service charges & taxes
Snack bag ( Water - Chips- Biscuits)
All transfers by a Private air-conditioned vehicle
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Tipping for Driver and Guide
Entrance fees for all Sights
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Please note: pickup reconfirmation is required upon booking, please refer to voucher for further details
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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This private Alexandria tour from Cairo offers a perfect blend of history, comfort, and local culture. With expert guidance from a professional Egyptologist, you'll explore the most iconic sites of Alexandria in a single day—without the need for an overnight stay. Enjoy hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your accommodation, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and discover both famous landmarks and hidden local gems. It’s an immersive, time-efficient experience ideal for history lovers and curious travelers alike.
Tour Highlights: - Private guided tour with an Egyptologist - Door-to-door transport in a private A/C vehicle - Explore Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqa...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private English Egyptologist guide
All Service charges & taxes
Snack bag ( Water - Chips- Biscuits)
All transfers by a Private air-conditioned vehicle
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Tipping for Driver and Guide
Entrance fees for all Sights
Itinerary
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Cairo
Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. You’ll meet your professional Egyptologist tour guide and driver, then relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic 3-hour journey to Alexandria.
3 hours
2
Pompey's Pillar
Located in the ancient city of Alexandria, Pompey’s Pillar is the largest memorial column in Egypt, standing approximately 100 feet tall. Your tour begins here after a scenic 3-hour drive from Cairo in a private, air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by your guide and driver.
40 minutes
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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Next, explore the fascinating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt. This multi-level underground site showcases burial practices from the Greco-Roman period and features unique art that reflects a blend of Egyptian and Roman styles.
1 hour
4
Fort Qaitbey
Visit the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, built on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
5
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
Admire the architectural beauty of the Abo El Abbas Mosque—Alexandria’s most significant mosque. Then take a guided walking tour starting at the Unknown Soldier Memorial, weaving through traditional streets and local markets to experience authentic city life.
30 minutes
6
Cairo
After a full day of exploration, enjoy a relaxing drive back to Cairo. You will be dropped off at your original pickup location or another preferred drop-off point within Cairo or Giza.
3 hours
7
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Continue with a panoramic view of the modern Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most significant libraries in the world, housing over 8 million books. Originally inaugurated in 2002, this architectural marvel pays tribute to the ancient library that once stood nearby.
