Egypt · City Tours

10-Hour Alexandria Sightseeing Tour with Library and Royal Gardens

10 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the great Library of Alexandria, one of the world's largest libraries
  • 02 See the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders
  • 03 Witness the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek in King Farouk's gardens
  • 04 Visit the Church of Saint Mark, the oldest church in Alexandria
  • 05 Take in seaside views of Alexandria, including the old harbour with 7000 underwater monuments
  • 06 Stop at the famous Stanley Bridge, a modern landmark of Alexandria

Visit Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, on this full-day guided tour through its new and old quarters. Explore major landmarks including the Library of Alexandria, the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Royal Gardens of King Farouk, Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the Church of Saint Mark. Enjoy seaside views across the city, including the old harbour where 7000 monuments were found underwater, stop at the famous Stanley Bridge, and stroll through the old downtown city centre.

Enjoy seaside views across the city, including the old harbour where 7000 monuments were found underwater, stop at the famous Stanley Bridge, and stroll through the old downtown city centre.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Alexandria
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Full-Day Tour of New and Old Alexandria

  • Meet and greet your tour guide at the hotel.

  • Proceed to visit the following places:

    • The Library of Alexandria, the biggest library in the world, with 8 million books.

    • The site of the Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.

    • The Royal Gardens of King Farouk, where you will see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek.

    • Abbo Elabbas Mosque, built over the tomb of a Spanish scholar and saint.

  • Stop for a delicious lunch at a highly recommended place (optional).

  • Head to the Church of Saint Mark, the oldest church in Alexandria.

  • Drive 30 km to see the whole city of Alexandria from the seaside, including the old harbour, where 7000 monuments were found underwater.

  • Stop at the famous Stanley Bridge, a modern landmark of Alexandria.

  • Continue towards the old downtown and stroll through the old city centre.

End of tour.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Lighthouse of Alexandria, Royal Gardens of King Farouk, Stanley Bridge

Where this trip takes you

Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Lighthouse of Alexandria, Royal Gardens of King Farouk, Stanley Bridge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Alexandria 1 city · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle

  • English-speaking Egyptian tour guide

  • Entrance fees

  • All service charges and taxes

What's Not Included

  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

  • Entry visa to Egypt

  • Gratuities and tips

  • Personal expenses

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.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Alexandria.

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