Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

4.8
(54 reviews)

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

Alexandria, the city of Alexander, has a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Once the largest city in the world, , it is home to the most extensive library and the most famous lighthouse globally, the Pharos. And with this tour, you can experience this city's rich history firsthand. Starting early at 7 am, you'll drive for about three hours to reach Alexandria, where you'll begin by visiting the Catacombs of Kom el-Shokaffa, dating back to the 1st century A.D. From there, you'll explore the ruins of Pompey's Pillar and the Serapis temple, followed by the Fort of Qaitbay, built over the site of the iconic Pharos to defend Egypt against Ottoman invasion. You'll then have lunch at a good quality seafood restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean before heading to the Roman Amphitheater and the Library of Alexandria. With this tour, you'll embark on a journey through time and history that you won't want to miss. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the tour.

What's Included

Private tour
Bottled water
Round-trip private transfer
Lunch
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
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Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

    One of the wonders of the Middle Ages

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Bibliotheca Alexandrina

    One of the biggest libraries in the world that was built to be a reincarnation of the ancient library of Alexandria.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Pompey's Pillar

    Free standing column dating back to the 4th century A.D. and ruins of the ancient temple of Serapis.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Ancient Roman Amphitheater

    the only one discovered in Alexandria. in its time there were hundreds of theaters in Alexandria.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Lighthouse of Alexandria

    Fort of Qaitbay that was built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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