Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

Pompay's Pillar, the Catacombs, Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina

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Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

Overview

Experience a stunning scenic drive from Cairo to Alexandria on this tour, where you will explore the city with all its fine historical details and striking landmarks. Visit the famous Library of Alexandria, the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, and the ancient Roman Catacombs. This Alexandria tour encompasses a great blend of culture and history along with stunning sights, to render an unforgettable day trip to any traveler on an Egypt Tour.
Duration: 10 Hours Type: Private Tour Run: Every Day

Included

  • Pick up services from hotel in Cairo & return
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned historical place
  • Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private English Speaking guide
  • Lunch during your tour
  • All taxes & service charge
  • A bottle of water during your trip

Excluded

  • Any extras not mentioned in the program
  • Tipping Kitty

Itinerary:

Tour from Cairo to Alexandria—an amazing tour where you'd know the rich history and culture this ancient Egyptian city would possibly have. As you step out of your hotel in Cairo, our friendly representative of Around Egypt Tours will be coming to take you on this tour. The first destination of our itinerary is the Grand Pompey's Pillar, erected to honor Emperor Diocletian in the late 4th century. Unparalleled architecture of ancient times, this towering structure is sure to marvel with its sheer sizes and intricate design. After admiring Pompey's Pillar, we will take you on to explore the Catacombs, the largest Roman cemetery in Alexandria. This incredible site boasts three levels cut deep in the rock, demonstrating the ingenious engineering skills of these ancient Romans. Now, after boosting our precious history of Alexandria, we need to savor some local cuisine. We would take you to a cozy local restaurant where you are going to enjoy some real traditional Egyptian flavors and enjoy a delightful lunch. After the refueling, we will all head to Qaitbay Citadel, which is precisely located at what was once the site for the Pharaohs' lighthouse. One of the amazing forts to not miss seeing, which features spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea. At last, we will head towards the Bibliotheca Alexandrina—the exceptional modern library in the entire world. This shell-like beauty will have millions of books and artifacts and will also feature a planetarium—an art gallery and a museum. You will be amazed to see its state-of-the-art technology and innovative design. Finally ends this enthralling tour with a return drive to your hotel in Cairo, where you can just settle down and ruminate about all that you saw. This Cairo Day Tour to Alexandria is an incredible opportunity to discover ancient Egyptian wonders and modern marvels.
 

Prices:


Prices
2-3 Persons
$ 150 Prices
4-6 Persons
$ 125 Prices
7-9 Persons
$ 100 Prices
10+
$ 90 Prices

Notes:

•    Tour and Prices

Tour price currency is set to USD, however, you can pay in Euro or GBP. The tour prices as stated per person are all-inclusive. Moreover, we always update prices to ensure you receive the lowest price possible. Once your tour is confirmed, no change to the prices is guaranteed from our part.


•    Children Policy
0 - 05.99 Free of Charge
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
If your tour includes airfare then an extra charge for child rate may apply.


•    Deposit and Payment
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•    Tour Voucher
After your tour is confirmed we will email the final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.

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Faq

Frequent Asked Questions

Can I take a day tour to Giza Pyramids from Cairo?

These Cairo tours normally include:
The Great Pyramid of Khufu
The Sphinx
Optional camel ride or entry to pyramid interiors
This typical Cairo day trip is perfect for the individual that would like to see one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.