Alexandria Tour With Overnight Stay From Cairo

Schedule:

Daily

Duration:

2 Days

Pickup Time:

7:00 AM

Tour Highlights:

On day one, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo and travel to Alexandria. Your tour begins with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman necropolis consisting of three subterranean levels carved out of the rock. Next, visit the Roman Amphitheatre and Pompey’s Pillar, with time for photographs. Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay and take memorable photos before visiting the Great Bibliotheca Alexandrina, where you will see the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, as well as the Reading Hall, the Sadat Museum, and the Impressions Exhibition. Enjoy lunch at a modern seafood restaurant or at "Mohamed Ahmed’s", followed by visits to Saint Mark’s Church and El Nabi Daniel Mosque. In the evening, an optional dinner at the Greek Club offers scenic Mediterranean views. On the second day, start with a visit to the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, explore the historic waterfront and Qaitbay Citadel exterior, and head to Montaza Gardens to admire the royal palaces and bridge, with a short photo stop at Stanley Bridge before returning to Cairo. The package includes one night’s hotel accommodation in Alexandria with breakfast, entrance fees to all mentioned sites, transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, an expert tour guide, and all taxes and service charges.

Tour Details

Day 1: Cairo – Alexandria Tour 1

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo and transferred to Alexandria. Your visit begins at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site featuring three rock-cut subterranean levels. Next, visit the Roman Amphitheatre of Alexandria and view the submerged antiquities recovered from the East Harbor. You will also stop at Pompey’s Pillar for photos. Afterward, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, explore its historic fortress walls, and capture scenic coastal photos.

The next highlight is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the largest library in the world with a capacity of 8 million volumes. Visit its open plaza to see the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, retrieved underwater near the library. Tour the library's Reading Hall, the President Sadat Museum, and the Alexandria Impressions Exhibition.

(Note: Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and official public holidays).

Enjoy lunch at a modern Mediterranean seafood restaurant or at Alexandria’s iconic traditional eatery, "Mohamed Ahmed’s". Continue to Saint Mark’s Church, the oldest church in Africa, and El Nabi Daniel Mosque, before returning comfortably to your hotel.

(Optional) Evening dinner excursion to the Greek Club Restaurant offering panoramic night views over the Mediterranean coast.

Overnight stay in Alexandria.

Day 2: Alexandria Tour 2 – Return to Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. Your Ramasside tour guide will pick you up from your lobby.

Visit the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, the city's largest and most beautiful mosque, and see the nostalgic fairground outside where local children enjoy vintage carousels and cotton candy.

Enjoy lunch at a modern seafood restaurant or at "Mohamed Ahmed’s".

Visit the historic Corniche and the old fishing harbor, where traditional wooden boats and local fishermen offer picturesque photo opportunities. Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, erected on the exact foundation of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, before heading to Montaza Palace and Royal Gardens. Along the way, make a quick stop at "King of Mango" for freshly squeezed tropical juice, as well as the Unknown Soldier Memorial. Upon arrival at Montaza Gardens, stroll through the royal grounds of King Farouk (the last king of Egypt), walk across Montaza Bridge, and view Tea Palace Island and the royal beaches.

On your return journey, stop at the landmark Stanley Bridge, the modern symbol of Alexandria, before traveling comfortably back to your hotel in Cairo.

Alexandria Tour with Overnight Stay from Cairo Includes:

• 1 Night hotel accommodation in Alexandria with daily breakfast
• Entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological and historical sites
• All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
• Expert professional tour guide
• All service charges and applicable taxes

Excludes:

• Any extra personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary
• Gratuities (tipping)

Tour Prices:

(Rates available upon request based on group size and chosen hotel category).

Travel Notes: Alexandria Tour with Overnight Stay from Cairo

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Professional Photographer:

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Booking & Operational Policies

• Payment Policy:
• We accept all secure payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, and direct wire bank transfers.
• Airport Transfer Service ($30 one-way):
• We can arrange private transfers from the airport to your hotel to avoid taxi queues and airport hassles.
• Visa-on-Arrival Service ($35 per person):
• Skip arrival lines and save time. Our airport representative will prepare your visa in advance upon sending a copy of your passport.
• Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard):
• Protect your travels with optional coverage through AIG: $15 USD per day or $25 USD per week per person.
• Transfer Supplement:
• Pickups from Heliopolis (airport area), 6th of October City, or surrounding remote areas incur an additional transfer supplement.
• Tours Across Egypt:
• Ramasside Tours operates nationwide branches with custom tours across Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria. Explore our complete offerings at: [http://www.ramassidetours.com/sightseeing_egypt_tours/](http://www.ramassidetours.com/sightseeing_egypt_tours/)
• Domestic Flight Upgrades & Business Class:
• Special Offer: Upgrade to Business Class on domestic flights for an additional $50 per person to enjoy added legroom, priority boarding, and premium seating.
• Tour Pricing & Currency:
• Tour rates are set in USD, with payments accepted in Euros or British Pounds. Rates are per person and regularly updated to ensure the best value. Tours may be operated as semi-private small groups or private VIP itineraries upon request.
• Wheelchair Accessibility:
• Excursions are accessible for wheelchair users; please inform us during booking to make suitable arrangements.
• Vegetarian Options:
• Vegetarian meal preferences can be accommodated upon advance notice during booking.
• Special Archaeological Site Tickets:
• Standard tickets do not cover optional internal entrance fees to restricted archaeological chambers (e.g., inside the Great Pyramid burial chambers, the Royal Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum/NMEC, or King Tutankhamun’s Tomb in Luxor).
• Child Policy:
• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour price
• 12+ years: Standard adult price
• (Note: Separate child airfares apply if flights are included).
• Booking Confirmation:
• Instant confirmation is issued for online bookings. Bookings finalized directly through our customer care team receive a comprehensive confirmation voucher with 24/7 operator contact numbers.
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• Essential Packing:
• Comfortable, closed walking shoes are recommended for archaeological sites and stone terrain. Pack comfortable sandals or flip-flops if your itinerary includes a Nile felucca or cruise excursion.

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