Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

Begin your private day tour to Alexandria from Cairo to Egypt’s Mediterranean jewel. This full-day excursion offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich historical and cultural highlights of Alexandria, a city famously founded by Alexander the Great.

Our private tour from Cairo to Alexandria guarantees comfortable, air-conditioned transfers directly from your hotel, all while being accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide.

Discover Alexandria’s Iconic Attractions

Your Egypt itinerary includes the famous Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an ancient Roman burial site that combines Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman art. Next, you’ll marvel at Pompey’s Pillar, a towering Roman triumphal column. A highlight for many is the magnificent Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern architectural masterpiece and a profound tribute to the legendary ancient Library of Alexandria, where you can fully absorb its intellectual atmosphere.

No Alexandria day trip is truly complete without visiting the Citadel of Qaitbay, a formidable 15th-century fortress built precisely on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, offering breathtaking sea views from outside.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local seafood restaurant overlooking the stunning Mediterranean. Your expert guide will provide fascinating insights into Alexandria’s storied past, from its Hellenistic origins to its modern-day charm, ensuring a personalized and truly enriching experience on this exceptional Cairo day tour.

Tour Details

Duration: 10 hours
Tour Location: Alexandria
Tour Availability: Everyday
Pickup & Drop Off: Cairo & Giza hotels
Tour Type: Private

Tour Highlights

Pompey’s Pillar
Alexandria Serapeum
Catacomb of Kom El Shoqafa
Qaitbay Citadel & The Pharos of Alexandria
Alexandria Library

Inclusions

Round transfer with modern A/C vehicle
Expert Archeologist guide
Lunch
Water during the tour

Exclusions

Tipping
Any personal expenses
Entrance fee of the Citadel

What to pack

Sun cream and sunglasses
Hat or scarf

Itinerary

On the agreed time, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby in Cairo or Giza to start your Cairo day tours to Alexandria. The distance between Cairo and Alexandria is about 300 km takes around 4 hours driving with a short break on the way. Upon arrival, you will start your Alexandria attractions with one of the best things to do in Alexandria

7:00 AM – 7:30 AM: Hotel Pickup in Cairo/Giza

Your driver and expert Egyptologist guide will pick you up directly from your hotel, beginning your comfortable private transfer to Alexandria. The drive typically takes around 2.5-3 hours, offering scenic views of the Egyptian Delta.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Pompey’s Pillar & Serapeum

Your first historical stop in Alexandria is the impressive Pompey’s Pillar, a colossal Roman triumphal column standing majestically on a rocky outcrop. While mistakenly named after Pompey, this towering granite pillar was actually erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian. It is the last remaining relic of the ancient Serapeum of Alexandria, a grand temple complex dedicated to the Greco-Egyptian god Serapis. Your guide will walk you through the archaeological site, detailing the temple’s significance and the “daughter library” that once stood here, an offshoot of the Great Library. You’ll explore the surrounding ruins, including underground galleries that once housed sacred animal burials.

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Proceed into the fascinating underground world of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the largest Roman burial sites in Egypt. This multi-level necropolis uniquely blends ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles and burial customs, creating a captivating subterranean labyrinth. Explore its intricate chambers, sarcophagi, and the Roman triclinium (banquet hall for mourning rituals), gaining insight into funerary practices of the era.

Lunch

1:15 PM – 2:15 PM, Lunch at a Local Restaurant.

Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local seafood restaurant overlooking the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Also, tell your guide if you like to have a vegetarian meal chicken.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM, Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria Library)

Witness the architectural brilliance of the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. This stunning contemporary library and cultural center is a magnificent tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. You’ll enjoy a guided tour to its vast exterior, unique design, and the open court where statues of historical figures like Alexander the Great are displayed.

Coastal Fortress & Return

3:45 PM – 4:30 PM, Qaitbay Citadel

End your tour with a visit to the Citadel of Qaitbay from outside. This iconic 15th-century defensive fortress stands proudly on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

4:45 PM, Depart Alexandria for Cairo.

Begin your comfortable private transfer back to Cairo, reflecting on the diverse history and charming coastal ambiance of Alexandria.

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Hotel Drop-off in Cairo/Giza.

Arrive back at your hotel, concluding your memorable private day trip to Alexandria from Cairo, having experienced the very best of this historic city.