Alexandria Day Trip — Mediterranean & Ancient Wonders
From $75 / person
This full-day guided excursion departs from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. The itinerary includes visits to the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the Roman Amphitheatre, and Pompey’s Pillar. Travelers also tour the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the historic Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the sea. The package features private air-conditioned transportation, hotel transfers, and entrance […]
This full-day guided excursion departs from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. The itinerary includes visits to the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the Roman Amphitheatre, and Pompey’s Pillar. Travelers also tour the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the historic Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the sea.
The package features private air-conditioned transportation, hotel transfers, and entrance fees to all historical sites. A seafood lunch is provided at a restaurant along the Corniche waterfront. Professional guides lead the tour, which concludes with an evening return to Cairo after a comprehensive day of sightseeing.
Escape to the Mediterranean for a day. Alexandria — founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC — offers a stunning contrast to desert Cairo: sea breeze, Roman ruins, ancient libraries, and the legendary catacombs.
What’s Included
- Licensed guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle (Cairo ↔ Alexandria)
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Lunch at seafood restaurant on the Corniche
- Bottled water
Highlights
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina (modern library on ancient site)
- Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa
- Roman Amphitheatre (Kom el-Dikka)
- Pompey’s Pillar
- Qaitbay Citadel on the sea
- Alexandria Corniche waterfront
Itinerary
- 06:30 — Early pickup (2.5hr drive to Alexandria)
- 09:00–13:00 — Catacombs, Amphitheatre, Pompey’s Pillar, Library
- 13:00–14:00 — Seafood lunch on the Corniche
- 14:30–16:00 — Qaitbay Citadel + Corniche walk
- 16:30 — Depart for Cairo
- 19:00 — Arrive back at inn
Children's Policy
- ✦ Under 5 years — Free of charge (no museum entry or tour seat included).
- ✦ Ages 5–11 — 50% of adult price. Child museum entry fee applies.
- ✦ Ages 12 and above — Full adult price.
- · Please mention children's ages when booking so we can arrange the right vehicle size and pricing.
Cancellation Policy
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Free cancellation — up to 48 hours before the tour
Cancel at least 2 days before departure and pay nothing. -
Late cancellation — within 48 hours
50% of the tour price will be charged as a cancellation fee. -
No-show
Full tour price will be charged. No refund for no-shows without prior notice.
To cancel or modify your booking, please message us on WhatsApp as early as possible. We will confirm all changes in writing.
Experience Details
Price includes: museum entry, Pyramids ticket, private car, licensed guide & lunch.
Nile Felucca ride is optional — ask for price when booking.
- Duration Full Day (12 hrs)
- Tour Type Private Tour
- Departure 08:00 AM Other times available on request
- Pickup Pickup from Rosetta Pyramids Inn
- Guide Language Matches your booking language
- Group Size 2–8 people
- Difficulty Easy
48h before
Egyptologist
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