1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo

★4.0(167 reviews)AlexandriaFull dayPickup availableFree cancellation

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Alexandria with our 1 Day Tour from Cairo to Alexandria. This enticing journey encourages you to traverse through time and admire the mesmerizing marvels of this ancient city. The itinerary allows you to behold iconic landmarks such as the grand Qaitbay Citadel, the striking Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the historic Roman Amphitheater. With their deep understanding, our guides will elucidate the historical significance of each monument. Our emphasis on safety, comfort, and genuineness guarantees a truly rewarding and hassle-free journey. Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday, so you will be able to take Photos from outside

What you'll see

Cairo
3 hours
starts at 7:00 am with Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By guide and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Alexandria where it` is 220 k/m away from Cairo. Arrive Alexandria around 10 am and start your day Tour
Ancient Roman Amphitheater
1 hour
Visiting The Roman Theater (A theater with marble seats up to 800 spectators, Galleries, Section of mosaic flooring & a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas& baths).
Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
1 hour
Then a visit to The Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa (Tombs on three levels, also contains the Tri-cilium where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, a center with relieves of bearded serpents, Inside are 2nd Century AD statues of Sobek &Anubis wearing Roman Armor).
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
1 hour
Then visit Alexandria Library New library of Alexandria the biggest library in the world now with 8 million books, site of the ancient lighthouse it's one of the seven wonders of ancient world, Palaces of Farouk, last king in history of Egypt.
Citadel of Qaitbay
1 hour
Visit Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu Elabas where you can have a free walk on the Cornish.
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
1 hour
El Mursi Abu Elabas - A historic legend Witness the charisma of iconic mystic from the 13th century Egypt with El Mursi Abu Elabas themed products. Ornamented with details and symbols reminiscent of the holy man's life
Cairo
2 hours
Tour Finishes with drop off at your hotel in Cairo you will be back to Cairo around 19:00 pm.

What's included

Share guide in Alexandria (If option selected)
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Entry fees (If option selected)
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) (If option selected)
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Bottle of water

Not included

Personal Items
Tipping

Meeting point

al haram 6th of October new Cairo city kafr nassar kafr al gabal giza cairo

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entry fees includes basic area only
Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday so you will be able to take Photos from outside
Note : The itinerary includes approximately 4 to 5 hours for sightseeing in Alexandria, with the remaining time allocated for pickup, drop-off, and travel between Cairo and Alexandria, which typically takes around 3 hours each way.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveller reviews

4.0★167 reviews

Amazing and Accommodating!

This is a fantastic way to see Alexandria if you are staying in Cairo and don’t have enough time to spend a few days in Alexandria. Our driver, Peter, was extremely helpful and even helped us get our luggage moved to our new hotel before we headed up to the coast. Once we got there, our guide Sharee took us on an incredible tour across the city, showing us incredible Greco-Roman sites colored by Egyptian culture. She was so good with my grandparents and allowed us to go at our own pace. Highly recommend!

Janet_K · Feb 2026 · via Viator

Alexandria from giza

Be prepared for a long drive to Alexandria from Cairo. Very interesting sights, get to go in the catacombs. Modern library. Places weren't too busy. Guide had lots of history and very knowledgeable.

VirginiaSchenk · Feb 2026 · via Viator

It was a great day, the...

It was a great day, the only misd was the library as it was closed but we were able to miss the crowds. The guide was terrific !

Robert_S · Feb 2026 · via Viator

Waste of time

Messed about waiting for transport all day spent more time in traffic jams than seeing sites, and there where two others on trip which I booked as a private tour, which was awkward at times

jeffyates51 · Feb 2026 · via Viator

Great experience

Great driver and a fantastic tour guide. We had a good time. The guide was very helpful even taking us photos and showing us the best places for panoramic photos and photo tricks

B_Y · Feb 2026 · via Viator

You'd better have a guide.

Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off, the driver was very kind and I could ride with peace of mind I was a first-time female guide, but I was happy with the way we managed to exchange congestion points and the Mediterranean lunch shop, both in taste and location! I was tired with a tight schedule every day, and I was flexible in the adjustment of the journey, and was very helpful It was good to ask for a guide after all

YUKARI_K · Feb 2026 · via Viator · Translated

Problems

Driver was 40 minutes late for pickup. He also had problems getting to the first stop. He should have done more research on anticipated road closures. Otherwise very personable and friendly.

Brian_L · Feb 2026 · via Viator

Tour to Alexandria from Giza

This tour was an amazing way to start our vacation in Egypt. Our driver, Ali Mohammad, arrived on time and immediately made us feel welcomed. He was incredibly hospitable, asked what type of music we liked for the drive, shared history about Alexandria along the way, and provided bottled water (which was included). He even went above and beyond by purchasing breakfast for us, which was not included in the package — a very thoughtful gesture. Once we arrived, Ali turned us over to our tour guide, Samirah, who was also wonderful. She shared detailed history at each stop and gave us options for lunch, asking whether we preferred cultural or traditional food. We chose chicken shawarmas, and she took us to what she said was the best spot in town — it was delicious. One thing that stood out was her patience and kindness with my aunt, who had difficulty walking. Samirah assisted her and never made her feel rushed. On the ride back to Giza, Ali continued to be warm and attentive, letting us choose music again. Just before dropping us off, he made one last stop and surprised all five of us with a drink he called “sugar juice.” It was delicious and such a kind final touch. This tour left an excellent first impression of Egypt. Ali Mohammad truly set the bar high — I honestly wish we could have had him for our entire trip. Highly recommend.

C_T · Feb 2026 · via Viator

It was very important...

It was very important having a driver and making stops to the most important spots because Alexandria is a very big city for one day. Esam was very nice and kind. We didn't have a good experience with the food cause we didn't have any choice but going to a specific restaurant which we didn't like at all. Overall it was a good experience.

Christoforos_K · Feb 2026 · via Viator

Great day!

Great day. Perfect logistics. Driver and guide very kind and competent. Full tour with lots of info. Lunch Dan's ONE restaurant On the sea. We added small boat tour On the sea. Really a beautiful day.

tiziana_c · Feb 2026 · via Viator · Translated

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