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Full-Day Alexandria Sightseeing Excursion from Cairo

Cairo, Egypt
  • 10 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Leave the bustling capital behind and head to the Mediterranean city of Alexandria on this full-day tour. Travel to Alexandria by car and visit the city’s key landmarks including the Roman catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Fort Qaitbey, the Roman Ampitheatre, and the Library of Alexandria. Soak up the history from your guide and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on the sea before heading back to Cairo.
  • Spend the day exploring the city of Alexandria
  • Most entrance tickets and lunch are included
  • See Fort Qaitbey, Pompey’s Pillar, and the library
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo included

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan or Limo
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Friendly Note: We’re happy to offer free pickup from hotels in Cairo Downtown and the Giza Pyramids area—the hotels listed are just examples. If you're staying near Cairo Airport or in 6th of October City, no problem! We can still arrange pickup for a small additional transfer fee of $20 per group (round trip). Just let us know your hotel details when booking!

Operating hours
.7:00 am

Itinerary

1

Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

2

Pompey's Pillar

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

3

Citadel of Qaitbay

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

4

Ancient Roman Amphitheater

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

5

Alexandria Bibliotheca

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 3 hours drive with optional stop for refreshment.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

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The tour guide was ok the...

Sagrario_L, Jun 2025
The tour guide was ok the excursion was ok it was just ok I can’t say I would do this one again best of luck

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