Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo.
Our driver, Mohammed, was great…he managed all the traffic safely and easily. Our guide in Alexandria, Nasrin, was knowledgeable and organized our time well. We had a wonderful day.
Tom_S · Feb 2026 · via Viator
Things to do in Cairo
1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo
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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
- Cairo3 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 Amphitheater1 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 Shoqafa1 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 Alexandrina1 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 Qaitbay1 hour
Visit Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu Elabas where you can have a free walk on the Cornish.
- Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi1 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
- Cairo2 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
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We had the best guide! ...
We had the best guide! So nice and thoughtful! Her name was Shery. Really pleasant and knowledgeable about the history of everything we saw. She was the one who suggested we get the fish at lunch. We paid extra, but it was really worth it! The drive from Cairo is so long though. I suggest starting at 6:30 am. Our driver did not show up on time, but the company did communicate with me after we waited for 45 minutes. That was annoying because we waited outside in the cold morning and got up early to be on time.
KayC_H · Jan 2026 · via Viator
Amazing Exerience with amazing driver guide
We were pick up early in the morning from our hotel to Alexandria by our driver Isam. It’s a long journey from Giza but it’s worth a visit. Isam our driver is very kind, nice, polite and helpful, He took to all different places in Alexandria. His service is excellent. Isam is very good on his job. He make our trip memorable and enjoyable. This trip is highly recommended to all tourists and Isam our driver got 10/10 very good!
Aimee_G · Jan 2026 · via Viator
Poor Communication and Uncomfortable Experience
The driver did not speak English, even though we had booked one who was supposed to be fluent in the language. We had only booked a round trip by car to Alexandria, but the guide insisted on accompanying us everywhere, which ended up creating tension between us. It was impossible to contact the company that sold the activity. I do not recommend it.
yasmin_h · Jan 2026 · via Viator
A wonderful day spent in Alexandria
We were picked up at our hotel and that was a little bit confusing. They went to the different door than we were waiting at. but the driver was totally apologetic and so kind it didn’t impact our trip at all But it all resolved quickly. The tour was really good. We got to see the main attractions. Our guide.Reem was so helpful and informative. And also very flexible. We had heard about a wonderful ice cream place and she lit up when we asked her if we could go and even paid for it. We’ve used by tour many times before and have rarely been disappointed.
Nischala_D · Jan 2026 · via Viator
Alexandria Day Tour
The tour started an hour late so we were in a rush to cover all sites as most monuments close by 4pm. The tour was smooth but we expected more insights from the tour guide.
Amit_P · Jan 2026 · via Viator
We had a wonderful trip...
We had a wonderful trip to Alexandria with our guide Mohamed. Everything was well organized, and the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, making the history of the city truly come alive. The excursion was interesting and comfortable, with plenty of time to enjoy the main sights. The lunch was delicious and exceeded our expectations. Overall, it was a great experience, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Egypt.
Olena_K · Jan 2026 · via Viator
Interesting
There is a lot of good and bad. Firstly it is important that this event has various guides, so it all depends on who you get. We found most guides are only interested in getting you to shop from their friends for kick backs, and their english is very poor. They also do not listen to you or your needs, so be firm. Our guide lost us 3 times because he wasnt where he said he would be (he didnt go inside the places with us) The driver was great. Alexandria is a very old and dirty city, but also very interesting
Annemie_O · Dec 2025 · via Viator
Well-intentioned, poorly organized: Alexandria
The pick-up was scheduled for 6:00 a.m., but did not take place until 7:15 a.m. Despite numerous calls and conflicting information from Löftir, the driver was very late and also got lost several times. Punctuality should be a top priority – unfortunately not here. Humanly, Löftir and especially our guide Samir were top: very friendly, polite and endeavourful. Samir is excellently trained, but in a short time it was too much information. His knowledge of German is sufficient, but communication problems often arose. The tour was very hectic overall. The catacombs were a highlight, amphitheater and citadel worth seeing, the library rather dispensable. In the restaurant you felt quickly pushed out after eating. Overall, I would not book this Alexandria tour again.
Adrian_P · Dec 2025 · via Viator · Translated
GOOD tour!
The transfer to Alexandría ( more than 2hours and half) is a long journey so be prepared. Was a good experience!
LuisFelix_G · Dec 2025 · via Viator
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