Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and drive to Alexandria to begin your tour. Your first stop will be the iconic Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most impressive libraries in the world, housing over 8 million books. You’ll also visit the President Sadat Museum and explore the open courtyard, where you can admire statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, both discovered underwater nearby. Our expert guide will explain the unique architectural design of the library from the outside, with time for photo stops along the way. Please note: The Library of Alexandria is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays. Access to the main reading area requires an additional entry ticket.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

  Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site in Egypt, featuring three levels carved deep into the rock.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• Pompey's Pillar (Pass by)

  You’ll also pass by Pompey’s Pillar and stop for a quick photo opportunity. The pillar was built in honor of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century.

  Admission ticket free
• 3
  Ancient Roman Amphitheater

  We’ll take a guided walk around the excavation site of the ancient Roman city of Alexandria, where you’ll see the remains of Roman villas, the amphitheater ruins, Alexandria’s Great Tomb excavation area, and other fascinating structures. Please note that this tour offers an external view only, as we will not be entering these sites. Our guide will provide rich historical insights as you explore these remarkable ruins.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral

  You will then be driven to visit the Church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  Continue your tour through Mansheya, one of the oldest market areas in Alexandria. Stroll along the narrow, bustling streets of the traditional women’s market (Zan’et El-Setat), and explore the nearby gold market, where locals purchase wedding and engagement jewelry.

  Admission ticket free
• Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial (Pass by)

  Pass by the Unknown Soldier Memorial

  Admission ticket free
• 5
  Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi

  The car will then take you to the city’s largest and most beautiful mosque, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, where you’ll enjoy a photo stop. You’ll also pass by Egypt’s oldest funfair for a glimpse of local culture.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Citadel of Qaitbay

  Opposite, you’ll find the Corniche and the old harbour, where colorful fishing boats bob in the water and local fishermen can be seen casting their nets or repairing them by hand — a perfect spot for taking stunning photos. Continue on to view the impressive exterior of the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel, built on the very site of Alexandria’s ancient Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This striking fortress makes for a fantastic photo opportunity.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Montaza Palace

  At Montaza Gardens — also known as the Love Garden, a favorite spot for couples and families — you’ll explore the royal gardens of King Farouk, Egypt’s last monarch. Admire the architecture of the Haramlek and Salamlek Palaces, stroll along the famous Montaza Bridge, and visit Tea Palace Island with views of the royal beaches once reserved for queens. After your visit, relax with a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour guides in languages other than English are subject to availability, and additional fees may apply on certain dates. If your preferred language is not available, an English-speaking guide will accompany your tour, with an audio guide provided in your chosen language.

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