It could have been...
It could have been better. Our guide was knowledgeable but spent a few mins telling us what we were about to see and left us time to explore on our own. There was also an issue with our lunch which took a few minutes to sort out. There’s not much to do and see in Alexandria except for the Bibliotheca. The amphitheater and catacombs were not that impressive.
Henry_C · 2025年8月 · Viator より
Nice day out but pricey for what you actually get.
We are a family of 5 with 3 teens.
It was supposed to be a 6am pick up, after numerous messages and calls all going unanswered from the tour company I contacted Viator. Finally heard from Emo tours who checked and located driver who was 40 minutes late. Vehicle was 13 seater with AC and relatively clean though there were broken green glass fragments on 1 of the back seats. Drive was for 3 hours from Cairo with 2 stops, 1 for us all and another for just the driver. Got to Catacombs and waited 15 minutes for the tour guide to arrive. When our guide Shreen came, she took us into the catacombs which we enjoyed but I felt it was a bit rushed. Next Roman
amphitheatre, Shreen gave us a brief overview then we were left to view ourselves which we preferred. Next Citadel, the whole family enjoyed visiting here and views from top were amazing in the August midday sun. Then a visit to the Mosque and a traditional lunch of a vegetarian option of Koshary. Lastly a visit to the library where again we were given information by our guide who took us around and then we were left to look around ourselves. Shreen took us back to our car where driver was waiting and arrived back at hotel in Cairo just after 5 with 1 quick stop at a service station.
Positives - all 5 sights were enjoyable to visit, and we had a nice lunch. As per the package purchased all entrance tickets were covered so we didnt have any additional expenses (except a fruit juice drink for lunch, which we already knew was not covered).
Things to look out for - check with Emo tour company a few days before on what time driver will arrival and get this confirmed by the tour company.
Our tour states 12 hours including travel. Our travel time should be about 2.5 hours but time in Alexandria just over 4 hours.
There was a heated misunderstanding with Shreen on the itinerary so also get this confirmed by Emo tour company a few days before your trip as we asked for lunch after 2 sights but ended up getting lunch after 4 by which time we were exhausted and hungary having been ready for a 6am start so missing hotel breakfast.
If non smokers, best state at time of booking and again a few days before that you want a smoke free vehicle, our driver continously smoked which we didnt enjoy as if like us you're from the UK, we're used to smoke free when travelling.
This was a nice day out but nothing exceptional for the price we paid so honestly, I couldnt recommend.
Rajvinder_K · 2025年8月 · Viator より
Relaxing tour
We had a great tour. Our tour guide was very nice, knowledgeable and fluent in our language which made it easy to understand. The food was excellent and would recommend this tour to anybody.
Edgar_F · 2025年7月 · Viator より
Excelente escapada de día completo
El chofer fue muy amable, nos llevó a todos los sitios mencionados en la actividad. No nos apuró en realizar ninguno de ellos, siempre nos esperaba sin problema. El coche era cómodo y estaba bien equipado. Es una buena oportunidad para conocer otro sitio y ver donde estuvo el faro de Alejandría.
Natalia_M · 2025年7月 · Viator より
Nice day in Alexandria
We had an amazing time in Alexandria! The city is beautiful and full of fascinating places to visit. Our driver was excellent – very polite, attentive, and professional. The trip was comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Ivan_B · 2025年7月 · Viator より
飛ばせ!価値はない
このツアー&アクティビティのリストに興奮しました。ドライバーが定刻通りに迎えに来てくれて、 2 を運転してくれました。アレクサンドリアまで5時間。到着すると、ツアーの途中の2箇所(図書館&モスク)が閉館していると言われました。どちらもとても興味深かったです。これが事前に分かっていたらツアーを予約していなかったので、これは悔しかった。その上、私たちは含まれているランチをオプトアウトし、代わりに自分でランチを取りたかったが、ガイドのアーメドにこのことを伝えると、彼は価格が高い&2つのオプションしかないレストランに行くように強制されました。(魚市場と呼ばれていた)その上、レストランのサービスはひどいもので、全くの無人だった。私のパートナーは、水のために3人の別々の人に尋ねなければならなかった&その後、私の料理が来たとき、それはその中に巨大な髪を持っていた。私たちが完了したとき、私たちのガイドは、私たちはレストランではなく彼に支払うと主張しました&カードを受け付けませんでした。現金が足りなくなった7ドルを引き出すために、3つの異なるATMをドライブさせた。ATMはどれも効かなかった&彼は非常に強引だった。全体的にポンコツな経験だった&アレクサンドリアはかなり貧乏です。このツアーをスキップして、エジプトにはもっと良いツアーがたくさんあります。
Lauren_R · 2025年7月 · Viator より · 翻訳
Hady was very welcoming,...
Hady was very welcoming, we only booked a driver as we wanted to explore at our own pace and he was very good at letting us know what to expect. Very hospitable providing drinks and snacks throughout the journey, his English was enough to get by and we spoke through Google translate further. Managed to avoid some near miss collisions - all in all a lovely day out exploring and the itinerary covered in good time.
Amy_G · 2025年7月 · Viator より
Underwhelmed trip, not worth for your money
Alexandria was nice, the tour guild she just rushed from site to site, the tour finished around 2pm, started from 11am when you reached one of the sites, less than 3 hour tour. The only 15 minutes on your own or so when you are at the citadel and the library. The drive was around 2.30 or so each way with stops. Each sites only cost 200 le, get yourself to Alexandria and do it justice rather than on this "1 day" tour.
Christian_V · 2025年6月 · Viator より
Experiencia inolvidable
La experiencia ha sido increíble de verdad... Hemos pasado un día extraordinario, Alejandría es una maravilla y la compañía de nuestro conductor Khaled Mustafá ha sido todo un lujo de verdad. A parte de conocer una ciudad de película hemos conocido una gran persona.. encantador , divertido, amable... Me quedo sin adjetivos para describir el día que hemos pasado mi pareja y yo a en esta ciudad acompañados de Khaled.
Un 10 de 10
Ricardo_M · 2025年6月 · Viator より
Excellent tour to Alexandria—6:15 AM to 5:15 PM
Slightly over two hour ride from Cairo to Alexander.
Excellent driver - showed a few minutes late. Safe by Egypt standards. Use google translator a must. Excellent tour guide Reem! Speaks English well. She is prompt, efficient, and attentive!
Keith_S · 2025年6月 · Viator より