Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

Schedule: Daily

Tour Duration: 10 to 12 Hours

Departure Time: 7:00 AM (flexible to suit your schedule)

Tour Overview

Your journey begins with a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the world's greatest cultural landmarks, currently holding up to 8 million books. Admire impressive statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I that were recovered from underwater excavations. Your guide will highlight the distinctive architecture of the complex with dedicated time for photography. The tour also includes the Roman Amphitheatre and its sunken antiquities gallery, the ancient Church of Saint Mark, and central Alexandria's vibrant historic markets. Enjoy lunch at a modern seaside restaurant or at a famous traditional culinary venue. Continue through the historic alleys of Mansheya and the Gold Market, stopping at the grand Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque. Tour the Citadel of Qaitbay, take in the scenery of the royal Montaza Palace and Gardens, and conclude with a comfortable return transfer to your Cairo hotel.

Tour Details

You will be transferred directly from your hotel in Cairo to Alexandria. Begin your day exploring the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, home to millions of volumes. View the sunken statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I salvaged from the Mediterranean seabed. Your guide will showcase the exterior architecture, leaving ample time for photos.

(Please note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays; access to the main reading hall requires an admission ticket).

Visit the Roman Amphitheatre of Alexandria and the dedicated open-air exhibit displaying submerged artifacts salvaged from Alexandria's Eastern Harbour.

Head to Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Church—the oldest historic Christian church site in Africa—and wander through the traditional downtown market district, home to local confectioners and historic merchant shops displaying Baroque, Italian, and French architectural influences.

Enjoy lunch at a modern Mediterranean seafood venue or at Alexandria's historic food institution "Mohamed Ahmed," which has hosted celebrated figures throughout history, including the Queen of Spain.

(Optional: Stop for tea or coffee at an upscale café or a traditional shisha lounge).

Continue through the historic Mansheya quarter, exploring its narrow alleys and the famous Women’s Gold Market (Zanqet El Settat). Stop for photos beside Alexandria's grandest Islamic monument, the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, adjacent to a vintage community fairground.

Across from the mosque, take in Alexandria’s working harbor lined with traditional wooden fishing boats and local fishermen. Proceed to the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, built upon the exact site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—providing sweeping coastal photo opportunities.

Next, drive toward the Montaza Palace complex. En route, make a two-minute refreshment stop at "King of Mango" for fresh fruit juices and capture photos by Alexandria’s Unknown Soldier Memorial while following the Mediterranean corniche toward the palace gardens roughly 25 km away.

Upon arrival at Montaza, walk through the royal landscapes of King Farouk (the last reigning monarch of Egypt) and view the historic Haramlek and Salamlek palaces. Walk along the landmark Montaza bridge to take in scenic views of the Tea Palace Island and the royal private beaches.

On your return journey, cross Alexandria's modern coastal landmark, Stanley Bridge, before a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

Alexandria offers extensive sightseeing, cultural, dining, and shopping opportunities. If you wish to adapt the schedule or add further stops, let us know and we will customize everything accordingly.

Please note: Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes are strongly recommended throughout this tour.

Inclusions

• Professional, experienced tour guide
• Entrance tickets to all scheduled monuments
• All service charges, administrative fees, and local taxes

Exclusions

• Private air-conditioned road transfers (available as an upgrade or package bundle)
• Extra personal services not mentioned in the itinerary
• Gratuities / Tipping

Private Day Tour to Alexandria Prices

(Rates vary depending on group size and customization options. Contact us for current pricing).

Tour Add-ons & Extra Services

Luxury Vehicle Upgrade

Upgrade your road transfers to an executive vehicle for premium comfort between Cairo and Alexandria. Our spacious luxury fleet offers extra legroom, high-performance climate control, complimentary bottled drinks, and ample luggage space. Arrive relaxed and ready to tour every coastal landmark.

Seaside Lunch

Add a fresh Mediterranean seafood lunch at a restaurant overlooking the sea for an additional $15 per person. (Advance reservation required; please indicate your interest when booking).

Professional Photographer

Book a dedicated studio photographer to accompany you on your day trip. Capture exceptional portraits and candid memories across Alexandria’s historical monuments and seaside promenades for an additional $50 per day.

Booking Notes & Policies

Payment Policy

We accept all secure global payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, and direct bank wire transfers.

Airport Arrival Transfers (Highly Recommended)

Skip arrival taxi queues and bargaining by pre-booking our private airport transfer service directly to your Cairo hotel for $30 per way.

Visa on Arrival Assistance ($35 per person)

Bypass terminal immigration lines and expedite airport formalities. Our representative prepares your visa documentation in advance—simply send us a copy of your passport prior to arrival.

Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)

Protect your journey across Egypt with comprehensive travel insurance from AIG Travel Guard: $15 for day tours and $25 per week per person.

Out-of-Area Pickups

Hotel pickups from Heliopolis (Airport perimeter), 6th of October City, New Cairo, or outer suburban zones carry an additional transfer surcharge.

Nationwide Tours Across Egypt

With local branches across Egypt, we organize guided tours in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria. Explore our full catalog of daily tours and travel itineraries on our website.

Business Class Domestic Flight Upgrade

Special offer: For tours connecting via domestic air travel, upgrade your flights across Egypt to Business Class for an additional $50 per person to enjoy extra legroom, wider seating, priority handling, and business lounge access.

Pricing Currency & Group Options

Tour rates are quoted in US Dollars (USD), with payments in Euros (EUR) or British Pounds (GBP) accepted. Listed prices are per person and regularly updated. Tours operate as intimate semi-private small groups, with fully private VIP tours available upon request.

Wheelchair Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible vehicles and adapted itineraries are available upon advance notice. Please specify any mobility requirements when booking.

Vegetarian & Dietary Options

Vegetarian dining options are readily available at all selected meal venues. Please register your dietary requests during reservation.

Additional Monument Tickets

Standard admission fees cover all itinerary highlights. Supplementary tickets—such as entering inside the burial chambers of the Great Pyramid in Giza, the Royal Mummies Exhibition in Cairo, or King Tutankhamun's tomb in Luxor—are available upon request for an added entry fee.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of the adult tour rate
• 12+ years: Full adult rate
• (Note: If your itinerary incorporates domestic flights, standard airline child/infant ticketing fares apply).

Instant Booking Confirmation

Online bookings receive instantaneous automated email confirmation. For bespoke itineraries, our team issues an official voucher complete with operational contacts, local dispatch numbers, and pickup logistics.

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Essential Gear

Comfortable, flat-soled walking shoes (preferably closed-toe) are strongly advised for walking across stone surfaces, fortress grounds, and historic urban pavements.

For reservations and custom inquiries, contact us at: [email protected]