Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

4.8 (54 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
Duration12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesArabic, German, Chinese, English, Italian, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Alexandria, the city of Alexander, has a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Once the largest city in the world, , it is home to the most extensive library and the most famous lighthouse globally, the Pharos. And with this tour, you can experience this city's rich history firsthand. Starting early at 7 am, you'll drive for about three hours to reach Alexandria, where you'll begin by visiting the Catacombs of Kom el-Shokaffa, dating back to the 1st century A.D. From there, you'll explore the ruins of Pompey's Pillar and the Serapis temple, followed by the Fort of Qaitbay, built over the site of the iconic Pharos to defend Egypt against Ottoman invasion. You'll then have lunch at a good quality seafood restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean before heading to the Roman Amphitheater and the Library of Alexandria. With this tour, you'll embark on a journey through time and history that you won't want to miss. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the tour.

What's included

  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Lunch
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance fees

What to expect

  1. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    One of the wonders of the Middle Ages
  2. Bibliotheca Alexandrina
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    One of the biggest libraries in the world that was built to be a reincarnation of the ancient library of Alexandria.
  3. Pompey's Pillar
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Free standing column dating back to the 4th century A.D. and ruins of the ancient temple of Serapis.
  4. Ancient Roman Amphitheater
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    the only one discovered in Alexandria. in its time there were hundreds of theaters in Alexandria.
  5. Lighthouse of Alexandria
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Fort of Qaitbay that was built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse.

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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