Private Full-Day Alexandria Tour from Cairo

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Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

✅ 100% Private – Not a shared group.

This means you get:

Full Flexibility: Control your own pace and schedule at each attraction.

Dedicated Guide: The Egyptologist guide focuses exclusively on your questions and interests.

Maximum Comfort: Direct, door-to-door service and private, air-conditioned transportation.

What's included

  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Cairo/Giza in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • A traditional Egyptian lunch at a local quality restaurant in Alexandria.
  • Professional English Tour guide - Private, dedicated English-speaking Tour Guide (Egyptologist).
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • extra for non-English-speaking guide (subject to availability)
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Beverages/drinks at restaurants
  • Admission tickets for the three main visited sites: Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library), and Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa.

What to expect

  1. Giza Governorate
    3m
    1. Giza Governorate, Cairo/Giza Start of Tour: 7:00 AM Departure from Cairo/Giza. Meet your guide and start the journey in a private, air-conditioned vehicleor sedan
    Around 3 hours
  2. Qaitbay Citadel
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Stop 1:
    Qaitbay Citadel (Extended Visit) Explore the 15th-century fortress, strategically built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse. (This is the first stop for efficient coastal travel.)
  3. Alexandria Library
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Stop 2: Alexandria Library (In-depth Tour) Tour the modern architectural marvel inspired by the ancient library.
  4. Alexandria Governorate
    1h
    Stop 3: Lunch at Local Restaurant (Relaxed) Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a recommended local seafood or oriental restaurant.
  5. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
    1h 10m · Admission ticket not included
    Stop 4: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa & Pompey's Pillar (Combined) Explore the famous Roman catacombs and view the nearby grand column from the outside. (Combined for efficient grouping of sites)
  6. Giza Governorate
    Pass by
    End of Tour: 3:45 PM Start return journey from Alexandria and drop-off at your hotel/location in Cairo/Giza.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel or Private Location Pickup:
Travelers staying in Cairo or Giza enjoy free hotel pickup and drop-off from their accommodation. Your professشئional Tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby or designated area and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to begin your Alexandria day tour in comfort.

Alternative Pickup Locations:
For guests outside Cairo or Giza, pickup can be arranged from other areas for an additional fee , depending on distance. Please provide your preferred pickup location in advance so we can ensure a timely and comfortable start to your Egypt tour.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • The remaining time is allotted for travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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$75.00 per person
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  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Elias Tours - إلياس للسياحة · Booked through Viator
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