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Alexandria Private Day Tour From Cairo with Lunch and Tickets

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Cairo, Egypt

8 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Alexandria is a 3-hour drive from Cairo. Enjoy a more comfortable ride than on shared tours when you book this private door-to-door trip, with space for your group to spread out. The curated itinerary centers the classical world, setting catacombs, the amphitheater, and Pompey’s Pillar alongside the citadel and the new library of Alexandria. Upgrade to add a guide; you can also include tickets and complete the day with lunch.

Forget the rush of large tour groups and explore at a pace that suits you
Stay cool and hydrated thanks to air conditioning and bottled water
Upgrade for a comprehensive package with tickets, lunch, and a guide
Enjoy pickup and drop-off from Cairo and Giza for a seamless experience

What's Included

Qualified Egyptologist guide (If option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned Car
Entrance fees (If option selected)
Lunch (If option selected)
Non-English languages (If option selected)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up clients from where they are located inside Cairo and Giza

Itinerary

Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa

4 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pompey's Pillar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Citadel of Qaitbay

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Pass By)

Ancient Roman Amphitheater

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
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

4.5

based on 8 reviews

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A Perfect Day in Alexandria!

Ahmed_A, Jan 2025

This tour to Alexandria was simply unforgettable. From the moment we left Cairo, everything was well-organized and seamless. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating stories about Alexandria’s history. Visiting the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, and the stunning Alexandria Library was like stepping back in time. The included lunch was delicious, and the restaurant had a beautiful sea view. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to explore the beauty and history of Alexandria in one day!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for the review, and thank you for that day. I hope to see you next time.

Trip to Alexandria ruined

Aerianne_L, Jan 2025

Mahmoud the driver 5 stars. 6 stars! He was Amazing. Our tour guide Eslam Maher tho.. not so much. It was a disaster story, from the moment he opened my door without knocking on the window or anything mid traffic. Up until we canceled our last site to see. This man was a nightmare. First we went into the catacombs. Where at first Eslam was guiding us properly. That quickly changed. He started making jokes such as “Jump from this window to that window it’s a tradition.” He was referring to the pit where bodies are transported down. I actually thought that was somewhat funny. Until it continued. While showing us a display of bones I was paying attention but my wife was looking at the wall behind us. He called her by her name with a rude tone “Aerianne PAY ATTENTION!” She instantly corrected him and told him if she wishes to glance into another direction briefly she will do so. I also corrected him telling him it was disrespectful. He apologized and said “It is different culture and I didn’t mean it.” Implying in his culture women must always pay attention when being spoken to. He asked me what he did wrong. I explained that my wife isn’t going to follow every single word he’s saying from start to finish and from time to time will tune in and out and back in again.. I explained further that he is being too controlling and demanding every ounce of attention. He laid off a bit after that. Only to follow it up with an explanation and apology at every single stop we made. Like as if us mentioning kindly to not be so pushy, was plaguing him the entire rest of the tour. He constantly looked upset and wouldn’t drop it. More jokes were being made at the Alexandria Library. “Oh Marlon I make you mad so I go home now and meet with my girlfriend.” “This is the train station of Alexandria, I will use it to go home now because I make a mistake.” We didn’t not find that funny. I told him I was not mad at him and that he already corrected his mistake. He wouldn’t let it go. Then we got to the 3rd stop to eat where Eslam started brown nosing. Attempting to make up for it all by constantly getting up from the table and harassing the waitstaff for our food and for drink refills. Going up to the expo line and talking to the cooks through the window. Our server and the manager seemed so annoyed. We didn’t ask for that. We would have waited patiently. We canceled the tour early to head back to Cairo. As Mahmoud was pulling up the car Eslam pleaded and begged me not to leave a review as this would be his 3rd and final complaint before losing his job… guilt tripping me on top of it all. My wife was fed up and so was I. Once we returned home our agent contacted us saying Mahmoud mentioned we didn’t have a good time. We explained all of the above just to receive a message from Eslam saying we are liars. I think the man needs some serious social skill development. I speak for both my wife and I, our trip to Alexandria was absolutely ruined by this man.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Dear Marlon and Aerianne, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback regarding your recent tour to Alexandria. We deeply regret that your experience did not meet your expectations and that it left you feeling dissatisfied. We would like to sincerely apologize for any discomfort or frustration caused during your tour. Providing exceptional service and ensuring a positive and respectful experience for all our guests is our highest priority, and it is clear that we fell short in this instance. Your comments regarding Eslam’s behavior have been noted and are being taken very seriously. We are addressing this matter internally to ensure that such incidents do not happen again. Rest assured, we are taking the necessary steps to provide further training to our guides to enhance their communication and social skills to better serve our guests in the future. We are also pleased to hear that Mahmoud, your driver, contributed positively to your trip. Your kind words will be shared with him as recognition for his efforts. Once again, we apologize for the inconvenience caused and for the impact this had on your experience. We value your feedback immensely as it helps us grow and improve. Please do not hesitate to reach out directly should you have any further concerns or suggestions.

Magnificent trip

Ahmed_A, Nov 2024

Memorable day in Alexandria. Pickup from Cairo was great and on time and the drive took approximately 2.5 hours of great fun. My guide was super friendly and very hospitable offering refreshments along the road. Weather was fantastic and over all a great day to remember.