9-Hour Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo and Giza with Greco-Roman Sites

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore ancient Greco-Roman wonders, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
• 02 Visit Pompey's Pillar and learn about Alexandria's rich historical legacy
• 03 Discover the modern architectural marvel of Bibliotheca Alexandrina
• 04 Experience the coastal beauty of Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea

Discover Alexandria on a full-day private tour from Cairo or Giza, exploring the city's rich Greco-Roman heritage and Mediterranean charm. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the historic Qaitbay Citadel. Enjoy guided storytelling, scenic coastal views, and an optional lunch before returning to your hotel after a culturally immersive journey.

Discover Alexandria on a full-day private tour from Cairo or Giza, exploring the city's rich Greco-Roman heritage and Mediterranean charm.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza

Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Full-Day Alexandria Discovery from Cairo or Giza

Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.

Continue to Pompey's Pillar.

Discover Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Optional lunch.

Visit Qaitbay Citadel.

Drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation (pick-up and drop-off from your hotel).
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private driver (Toyota HiAce, Hyundai H-1, SUV, or sedans, arranged according to the number of persons for maximum comfort and convenience).
• Private tour.
• Private licensed Egyptologist guide.
• Parking, gasoline, and toll fees.
• One bottle of mineral water per person.

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees (tickets) for the visits.
• Lunch and drinks.
• Tipping.

What to bring

• A credit card for entrance fees (tickets).

Know before you go

• Entrance fees (tickets) are accepted only by credit card.
• This tour involves a lot of walking, so it is better to wear comfortable shoes.
• The tour schedule is flexible and may change due to weather, traffic, or busy sites, so the order of visits may vary.
• Discounts are available for big groups.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt

Tour start

Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.