Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

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Tour Details

Duration	10-12 hours
Tour Location	Alexandria
Tour Availability	Everyday
Pickup & Drop Off	Your hotel

Tour Including

All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
Expert tour guide
Entrance fees
All Service charges & taxes

Tour Excluding

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tipping

Itinerary

Start your Cairo Day Trips to Alexandria, the shining pearl of the Mediterranean, and the most famous city named after the Macedonian leader, an expert tour guide from 5 STARS EGYPT TOURS will meet you in the lobby of your hotel in Cairo or Giza. You will arrange a pick-up time with your tour operator and begin your Alexandria Tour from Cairo by being transferred to Alexandria in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by your experienced tour guide, for approximately two hours of driving.

Along the way, we will stop at the nearest rest area if you wish to have a drink, use the restroom, or stretch your legs. The day begins with a visit to Pompey’s Pillar, the only surviving Roman temple pillar, which stands on a rocky plateau in the surrounding ruins of the Serapeum, followed by a visit to the medieval Citadel of Qaitbay, which was built by the Mamluk Sultan in 1477 A.D.

Built on the same site as Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse, which was originally one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, that no longer exists, it was built during the Ptolemaic period, but it doesn't exist anymore. You will then proceed to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, which are the last large standing structure dedicated to the ancient Egyptians. The catacombs consist of three layers of tombs and rooms cut into the rock beneath the ground, as well as the elegantly decorated burial site of a wealthy Romanized Egyptian family. Afterward, we will go to The Bibliotheca of Alexandria.

You will be transferred to enjoy the walk by the Alexandria corniche and the old harbor where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing, and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are mesmerizing. Finally, you will enjoy your amazing delicious lunch in a high-quality restaurant. Then you will be transferred back to Cairo and you will have a break on the way back after you enjoyed your Alexandria tours from Cairo.

Tour Highlights

The library of Alexandria
St. Mark oldest church
Site of the Lighthouse; one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Quaitbay Castle photo stop

Overview

Experience a captivating day trip from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt’s stunning Mediterranean city with deep historical roots. This tour takes you on a journey through time, beginning with the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the impressive Roman Amphitheatre. Visit the iconic Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, and explore the modern marvel of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. You'll also enjoy a walk along the scenic Corniche and see beautiful coastal views. This real-life tour offers a blend of Greco-Roman heritage, Islamic architecture, and modern Egyptian culture — all in one unforgettable day.

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