private alexandria tour from cairo

Schedule:

Daily

Tour Duration:

12 to 14 Hours

Departure Time:

07:00 AM – Flexible to match your schedule

Tour Overview:

Depart from Cairo on an exclusive full-day private excursion to Alexandria to discover its classical wonders. Visit the rock-cut Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, the Roman Amphitheatre, Pompey’s Pillar, and the world-renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Continue to Saint Mark’s Church, the ornate Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the exterior battlements of the Citadel of Qaitbay. Admire the royal Montaza Palace and Gardens along Alexandria's scenic Mediterranean coastline before returning comfortably to your hotel in Cairo.

Detailed Tour Itinerary

Your private Egyptologist guide and driver will pick you up directly from your hotel lobby in Cairo to begin your journey along the Desert Highway to Alexandria.

Your first visit is the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, the largest Roman funerary complex in Egypt, carved three levels deep into solid bedrock and showcasing a distinctive fusion of Greco-Roman and ancient Egyptian artistic motifs. Next, explore the Roman Amphitheatre of Alexandria at Kom El-Dikka, viewing its marble seating tiers and open-air displays of sunken artifacts recovered from the Mediterranean seabed. Stop nearby for photographs at Pompey’s Pillar, a towering granite memorial erected at the close of the 4th century AD in honor of Emperor Diocletian.

Proceed to the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the world’s largest library housing an extensive collection of 8 million volumes. Walk through the open exterior plaza to view monumental submerged statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I raised from the harbor floor. Tour the President Anwar Sadat Museum and the Alex Impressions exhibition.

(Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on public holidays. Entrance to the main reading hall requires an on-site supplementary ticket).

Drive to Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church, celebrated as the oldest church in Africa. Along the route, admire the historic downtown streetscape featuring Baroque facades alongside Italian and French colonial architectural influences.

(Optional: Enjoy lunch at a contemporary seaside seafood restaurant or visit the celebrated "Mohamed Ahmed" restaurant, a local institution famous for traditional Egyptian fare and visited by dignitaries and royalty, including the Queen of Spain).

Pass by the grand Abbo Elabbas Mosque for photographs, admiring the city's largest and most ornate Islamic landmark. Across from the mosque plaza, notice the vintage seaside carnival grounds where local children play on classic rides.

Across the street, take in panoramic views of the Mediterranean waterfront and the historic Eastern Harbor, where wooden fishing vessels dock and local fishermen hand-mend their nets. Continue to the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, erected on the exact site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Capture photos against the fortress walls and the open sea.

Travel along the coastal Corniche toward the Montaza Palace and Gardens. Enjoy a brief two-minute stop to taste fresh mango juice at Alexandria's famous "King of Mango" and stop for photos at the Unknown Soldier Memorial. Enjoy scenic coastline views along the 25-kilometer drive, passing above submerged coastal ruins where over 7,000 antiquities have been recorded.

Arrive at the lush Montaza Royal Gardens, often called the "Gardens of Love." Tour the royal grounds of King Farouk (the last reigning monarch of Egypt), view the exterior facades of the Haramlik and Salamlik palaces, walk across the iconic Montaza Bridge, and view Tea Palace Island and the royal beachfront.

On the return drive, cross the illuminated Stanley Bridge—the modern architectural landmark of Alexandria—before your comfortable private drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

(Note: We recommend wearing comfortable, closed flat walking shoes. The itinerary can be adjusted or expanded with additional sites upon request).

What's Included:

• Private hotel pickup and drop-off transfers between Cairo and Alexandria
• All ground transportation in private, modern air-conditioned vehicles
• Professional licensed Egyptologist tour guide
• All entrance tickets to mentioned archaeological sites and museums
• All service charges and government taxes

Excludes:

• Additional personal expenses not mentioned in the program
• Optional meals and drinks
• Gratuities (tipping)

Tour Pricing:

Prices are updated regularly to ensure competitive rates based on party size. Contact us for private group and VIP rates.

Travel Notes: Private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Upgrade to a Luxury Vehicle for Extra Comfort:

Upgrade to an executive vehicle for maximum comfort during the intercity highway journey between Cairo and Alexandria. Our luxury fleet features extra legroom, high-performance climate control, complimentary refreshments, and generous luggage capacity.

Optional Seaside Lunch:

A fresh Mediterranean lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the sea can be arranged for an additional $15 USD per person (advance booking required).

Professional Photographer Service:

Hire a studio photographer to accompany your tour at the Catacombs, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and Qaitbay Citadel to capture high-quality portraits and vacation memories for an additional $50 USD per day.

Booking & Operational Policies

• Payment Policy:
• Secure payments are accepted via Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, and direct bank wire transfer.
• Airport Transfers (Highly Recommended):
• Direct airport arrival/departure transfers are available to avoid taxi negotiation hassles at $30 USD per direction.
• Visa-on-Arrival Support ($35 USD per person):
• Skip airport queues and paperwork. Our airport representative prepares your entry paperwork in advance upon submission of your passport copy.
• Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard):
• Protect your holiday with optional insurance: $15 USD for single-day tours, or $25 USD per person per week.
• Pickup Surcharges:
• Pickups from distant outskirts (such as Heliopolis airport zone in Cairo, 6th of October City, or outlying coastal areas) may incur additional transfer supplements.
• Nationwide Operations:
• Ramasside Tours operates nationwide branches providing guided tours and packages across Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria.
• Domestic Flight Upgrades to Business Class:
• Special Offer: Upgrade domestic flight sectors to Business Class for $50 USD per person per sector for priority boarding, added legroom, and premium service.
• Pricing & Currency:
• Tour packages are quoted in USD, with payments accepted in EUR or GBP based on current exchange rates. Private VIP tours are arranged upon request.
• Wheelchair Accessibility:
• Wheelchair-accessible vehicles and itineraries are available; please advise at the time of booking.
• Vegetarian & Dietary Requests:
• Special dietary preferences and meal arrangements are catered to; please notify us upon booking.
• Special Archaeological Site Tickets:
• Standard entrance passes exclude restricted special chambers, such as the burial chamber inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu or King Tutankhamun’s tomb in Luxor.
• Alexandria Site Notes:
• The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays; entry to the main reading hall requires an on-site supplementary ticket.
• Child Policy:
• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of the tour price
• 12+ years: Standard adult price
• (Airfare supplements apply for children when domestic flights are included).
• Booking Confirmation:
• Immediate confirmation is provided via email upon booking, complete with local operations contact numbers and emergency details.
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Customer Support:

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