Why choose this Cairo tour ?
Discover the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria, its ancient heritage and vibrant daily life, on this private day tour by air-conditioned car from Cairo. You’ll explore the waterfront Citadel of Qaitbay, a Roman amphitheater and catacombs, the library of Alexandria, the royal palace of King Farouk, and the Abu Abbas al-Murci mosque before returning to your hotel. Lunch is included.
Make the most of your Cairo adventure
What makes Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo a unique experience ?
Our representative will be waiting for you at the reception of your hotel in Cairo. Then he will lead you by a modern private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria.
Once in Alexandria, you will visit catacombs of kom El Shofaqa, commonly known as the Treasure Hill, is a massive necropolis and royal cemetery dating from the second century AD. The murals on the walls, as well as the style of the sculptures, burial artifacts, and tombs, exhibit a unique blend of Roman, Hellenistic, and pharaonic art.
Continue visit of Alexandria are Pommpey’s pillar, a Roman triumphal column. The gigantic statue of the emperor was originally supported by the massive Corinthian column, which was built in honor of the augustus Diocletian between 298 and 302 AD.
Next you will visit Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, an Egyptian mosque dedicated to the Murcian Andalusi Sufi saint Abul Abbas. A mosque was built over his tomb, which became the most famous of Alexandria’s mosques.
The Citadel of Qaitbay is a Mediterranean seacoast defensive fortification built on/from the ruins of the Alexandria Lighthouse in the 15th century by the Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din.
Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant before visiting famous Alexandria Library.
The Library of Alexandria was one of the ancient world’s great wonders, and its destruction was one of history’s great tragedies. It was once thought to house 500,000 manuscripts, many of which were seized from ships arriving in Alexandria’s harbor, according to legend.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Add
Pickup included
Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
Trending Cairo Nearby Tours Likely To Sell Out
Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egyptio Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
