Discover Alexandria on a private day tour from Cairo. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina with an Egyptologist.
Tour Overview
Discover the Mediterranean charm and fascinating history of Egypt's second-largest city on a private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Alexandria became one of the most important cultural, intellectual and commercial centers of the ancient Mediterranean. Travel comfortably from Cairo to the Mediterranean coast with your private driver and professional Egyptologist, then explore the city's most remarkable historical landmarks. Visit the impressive Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria's most important underground archaeological sites, and discover Pompey's Pillar, a towering ancient column associated with the city's Roman period. Continue to the magnificent Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, and visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, an architectural landmark celebrating Alexandria's ancient intellectual heritage. Enjoy time to experience the Mediterranean atmosphere before returning to Cairo in your private vehicle.
Tour Highlights
- Private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo.
- Comfortable private air-conditioned transportation.
- Professional private English-speaking Egyptologist.
- Explore the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
- Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
- See the impressive Pompey's Pillar.
- Visit the historic Qaitbay Citadel.
- Discover the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
- Enjoy views of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Explore Alexandria's ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian heritage.
- Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo.
- Flexible and personalized sightseeing experience.
- Bottled water during the tour.
Tour Information
- Tour Duration: Full Day.
- Tour Type: Private Tour.
- Destination: Alexandria.
- Starting Point: Cairo.
- Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guide: Private English-speaking Egyptologist.
- Pickup: Cairo hotel or accommodation.
- Drop-off: Cairo hotel or agreed location.
- Availability: Daily, subject to attraction opening hours and availability.
- Recommended For: Couples, families, solo travelers and private groups.
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