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Day Trip to Alexandria Tours From Cairo

Cairo, Egypt

10 to 12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, the waterfront city of Alexandria is one of Egypt’s gems. Experience it with your personal Egyptologist on this door-to-door day trip. See the eerie Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, a 100-foot (30-meter) Roman column, the Ottoman-era Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi. Your day includes a seafood lunch, but entrance fees are at your own expense.

Alexandria historic highlights tour from Cairo, with private Egyptologist
Feast on fresh Mediterranean seafood at a local restaurant
Choose between a range of departure times to suit your body clock
Private driver picks up and drops at your door, saving time and stress

What's Included

Pick up and drop off services
All tours and transfers
Seafood lunch
Private Egyptologist tour guide
Mineral bottled water
Stops for coffee or tea (optional)
Entrance Fees

Tipping (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up is from any hotel within Cairo or Giza

Itinerary

Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pompey's Pillar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Citadel of Qaitbay

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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.

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Reviews

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Alexandria, beautiful culture!

James_R, Jul 2024

Tour guide was amazing! The catacombs were a favorite item for me! The fort where the famous lighthouse used to stand is also very beautiful! Had tea with the locals was fun!