This Cairo Alexandria day trip covers the city’s ancient remains and Mediterranean landmarks in one full day. Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, stop at Pompey’s Pillar and visit Qaitbay Citadel beside the eastern harbor. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina before returning to Cairo. Private transportation, guiding, entrance fees and lunch are included.
Day Trip To Alexandria From Cairo
Description
Duration
1 Day
Tour Type
Day Tours - Cairo
Language
Arabic, English
Popular Features
- Hotel Pickup
- Lunch Included
- Private Guide
Highlights
Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. See Pompey's Pillar. Visit Qaitbay Citadel on the Mediterranean. Explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Travel privately from Cairo and return the same day.
Included
- Hotel pickup and return
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Lunch at a local Alexandria restaurant
- Admission to the listed attractions
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water during road transportation
- Applicable service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Services not listed in the itinerary
- Gratuities
Travel Itinerary
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Day 1 - Ancient and Modern Alexandria from Cairo
Leave your Cairo hotel by private vehicle and travel north to Alexandria. Begin underground at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where Egyptian, Greek and Roman elements meet in a multi-level burial complex. Continue to Pompey's Pillar, then drive to Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the harbor. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and its waterfront complex. Return to Cairo after the final visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tour uses a private air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo.
Yes. Lunch at a local Alexandria restaurant is included.
Yes. The program ends with a return transfer to the Cairo hotel.
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