From Cairo: Private Full-Day Historical Alexandria Tour

Cairo, Egypt
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Skip the linePriority entrance
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Overview

Journey through Alexandria city and walk along the Egyptian pathways. Make your way to the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman triclinium, and the Alexandria Library with this full-day tour from Cairo.

What's included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned car
  • 1 bottle of water
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees (Optional to select)
  • Lunch (Optional to select)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Cairo Tower
    6h
    Enjoy a full-day trip to the historic city of Alexandria and experience the remnants of a bygone era. After pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, you'll drive towards Alexandria, stopping along the way to use the bathroom and get a coffee.

    Upon arrival, start your tour of this ancient city. Head towards the marble-stone Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka that once accommodated over 800 visitors. Enjoy the sights of its pleasure garden and mosaic floored Roman baths and villas.

    Afterward, move on to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa where you can feel the aura of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural excellence. The cemetery was constructed in the second century AD and is still one of the seven wonders of the middle ages.
    Next, visit Pompey's Pillar, the significant Roman triumphal column in Alexandria. Savor a delicious lunch from a local restaurant and then enjoy a photo stop at the Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most renowned archives of the ancient world
  2. 5h
    Stroll along the Citadel of Qaitbay, built above the ruined Alexandria lighthouse. At the end of the tour, you'll be driven back to Cairo or Giza to be dropped off at your accommodation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Cairo Tower
Kasr Al Nile, Zamalek, Cairo, 4270024, Egypt
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End point
Cairo Tower
Kasr Al Nile, Zamalek, Cairo, 4270024, Egypt
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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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$1,500.00 per person
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