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Alexandria Day Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean, on this private day tour. Discover the city’s fascinating blend of ancient heritage and coastal beauty as you explore its most iconic landmarks. Visit the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the towering Pompey’s Pillar, the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the lush Montaza Palace Gardens overlooking the sea, and take in the city’s vibrant atmosphere. This tour offers a perfect mix

  • Duration1 days
  • TypeClassic
  • BaseAlexandria
Alexandria Day Tour

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean, on this private day tour. Discover the city’s fascinating blend of ancient heritage and coastal beauty as you explore its most iconic landmarks. Visit the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the towering Pompey’s Pillar, the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the lush Montaza Palace Gardens overlooking the sea, and take in the city’s vibrant atmosphere. This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and scenic views, all in one unforgettable day.

Highlights

  • A day trip to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast
  • Sightseeing stays within the city itself
  • Out and back in the day, with no overnight

Itinerary

  1. 1Alexandria Day Trip

    Your adventure begins when your guide meets you at your hotel in Alexandria. Set out in a comfortable private vehicle to explore the city’s most remarkable sites. The first destination is the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an extraordinary underground necropolis dating back to the 2nd century AD. These tombs uniquely blend Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art and architecture, featuring multiple levels of burial chambers and the Triclinium hall, where families once gathered to honor their loved ones. Continue to the Roman Theater, a well-preserved archaeological site from the Roman era, showcasing marble seating, mosaic floors, and galleries that once hosted large audiences. Next, visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern architectural masterpiece that revives the spirit of the ancient Library of Alexandria, once the greatest center of learning in the ancient world. Proceed to Pompey’s Pillar, a massive granite column standing proudly amid the ruins of the Serapeum temple complex. Then, head to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress built on the exact location of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and capture memorable photos. Afterward, savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the Montaza Palace Gardens, a serene royal park overlooking the sea. Stroll through the gardens, admire the palace’s exterior, and take in the tranquil surroundings. Before concluding your tour, stop at Stanley Bridge, one of Alexandria’s modern landmarks, for a short walk and panoramic views of the coastline. At the end of the day, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel, marking the end of a delightful exploration of Alexandria’s treasures. Meals: Lunch Overnight: Not included (return to hotel in Alexandria)

What’s included

  • <p>Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Alexandria</p>
  • <p>All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle</p>
  • <p>Professional Egyptologist tour guide</p>
  • <p>Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions</p>
  • <p>Bottled water during the tour</p>
  • <p>Lunch at a local restaurant</p>
  • <p>All service charges and taxes</p>

Not included

  • <p>Personal expenses</p>
  • <p>Optional activities</p>
  • <p>Gratuities (tips)</p>

How booking works

  1. Send your dates

    Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.

  2. We reply with a plan

    You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.

  3. You change what you want

    Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.

  4. Confirm and travel

    Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Alexandria Day Tour?

1 day in total.

Is there a day-by-day itinerary?

Yes — 1 day is written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.

How much does Alexandria Day Tour cost?

It starts at $60 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.

What is included in the price?

7 things are included, listed in full above. In short: <p>pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in alexandria</p>; <p>all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle</p>; <p>professional egyptologist tour guide</p>; <p>entrance fees to all mentioned attractions</p>, and more.

What is not included?

The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are <p>personal expenses</p>; <p>optional activities</p>; <p>gratuities (tips)</p>. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.

Where does Alexandria Day Tour start?

It starts in Alexandria. If you are arriving somewhere else, or on a different day, tell us and we will adjust the first and last days around your flights.

Can this trip be changed?

Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.

What to pack

Clothing

  • Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
  • A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
  • Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
  • One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply

Feet

  • Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
  • Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel

Sun and heat

  • A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
  • High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Sunglasses
  • A refillable water bottle

Practical

  • A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
  • Any medication you take, in its original packaging
  • Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
  • A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day

Gallery

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