Full-Day Alexandria: Historical Private Guided Tour from Cairo with Lunch
4.8
56 Ratings
Alexandria
Embark on a full-day private guided tour from Cairo to Alexandria, the city of Alexander the Great. Explore ancient catacombs, Pompey's pillar, Fort Qaitbay, and the impressive Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - One of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina - The great Library of Alexandria
  • Pompey’s Pillar - Pompey’s pillar
    Ruins of the Serapis Temple
  • Fort Qaitbey - Gret fortification dating back to the 15th century
    Place of Pharos (ancient lighthouse of Alexandria)
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entrance fees included
  • Lunch provided
  • Air-conditioned minivan transport
  • Expert Egyptologist guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
Additional Information

This tour is the one for visiting Alexandria, city of Alexander the Great, who was once capital to Egypt. You will visit catacombs where all their history’s greats were buried over 1000 years ago and Pompey’s pillar that has stood strong in this historically significant place since ancient times despite many wars and invasions. Afterwards you’ll explore Fort Qaitbay with its impressive architecture as well as The Bibliotheca Alexandrina which boasts a spacious library filled with books from around the world!

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Location
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Kom Al Shokafa
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.8
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Firstrunner2011
Apr 26, 2024
A day in Alexandria - This is by far the best guide tour I've ever had as it was well organized by Tree of Life Tours and led by our knowledgeable guide, Ashraf, in a modern, private, clean A/C vehicle. We enjoyed all the sites, especially the catacombs, and lunch was also excellent.
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Zwayerk
Apr 26, 2024
Alexandria from Cairo! - This is a must-see if you have enough time for it. Me my wife and two kids enjoyed our tour to Alexandria with our excellent guide, Ashraf, and his driver; thank you Tree of Life Tours; I highly recommend this tour
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Seatek
Apr 23, 2024
Alexandria tour from Cairo - Our excursion to Alexandria turned out to be an unforgettable experience, all thanks to our guide, Ashraf. This Alexandria tour was enriching and filled with visits to some of the city's most spectacular cultural landmarks, including the historical site of the ancient lighthouse, the impressive Pompey’s Column, and the fascinating Roman Catacombs. Adding to the charm of the day was a delightful lunch with views over the vibrant harbor, perfectly merging cultural sightings with leisure moments. This compact yet comprehensive tour is a brilliant option for those pressed for time yet eager to explore Alexandria's historical marvels. Among the highlights, the chance to see the acclaimed Library of Alexandria should not be missed, rounding off a day rich in exploration and discovery.
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Shirillar
Apr 23, 2024
Alexandria was Tree of Life Tours - Our recent adventure on the Guided Alexandria Tour proved to be an extraordinary excursion, unveiling the storied past of the ancient city of Alexandria. From the outset, punctuality was commendable, and our guide, Ashraf, and driver, Ahmed, ensured a prompt hotel pickup. The drive to Alexandria was comfortable and educational; Ashraf's rich narratives set the stage for the historical marvels we were about to encounter. The catacombs, our first destination, presented a fascinating exploration steeped in history. Visits to the iconic Pillar of Pompey and the majestic Qaitbay Castle seamlessly followed this. At each site, Ashraf's expertise shone through. His engaging storytelling and willingness to capture our moments with photographs greatly enhanced our experience. A delightful interlude to our day was lunch at a seaside restaurant, where our dietary preferences were met with various vegetarian options. The culmination of our tour was a meticulously guided walkthrough of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a monumental repository of knowledge and culture. Ashraf and Ahmed's professionalism, friendliness, and courteous nature throughout the tour affirmed their commitment to providing a memorable experience. I wholeheartedly endorse this Alexandria tour for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of history that Alexandria has to offer.
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Ozzelloa
Apr 22, 2024
Alexandria is a great city! - It was a real family-friendly tour with Ashraf as our guide, who kept us entertained all the time. The kids were really happy and had a lot of fun. We learned a lot about the Greek and Roman history of Egypt. Lunch was outstanding overlooking the Mediterranean. We do recommend this tour.
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Bahabaha
Apr 15, 2024
Great Alexandria tour from Cairo - It was very family friendly tour with Zenab as out guide. We did enjoy every bit of it. Learning a lot about the Greek & Roman history of Egypt while exploring the Catacombs, Pompey's pillar. We learned about modern history through the New Library of Alexandria. Lunch was great overlooking the Mediterranean.
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Kristoffer_k_12
Apr 10, 2024
Alexanderia with Tree of life Tours - It was a great day going to Alexandria and learning about its history with Ashraf, our knowledgeable tour guide who really let us at our own pace. Lunch was great, highly recommended
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Alexander_r
Apr 9, 2024
Great Tour of Alexandria - This was a great tour. All of the sites were interesting, and our guide was great. He was very friendly, actually the friendliest guide that we had on our trip. He gave us plenty of time, answered all of our questions, and chose a great place for lunch with a view. I highly recommend using this guide.
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Alfred_ambroos
Apr 9, 2024
Great Alexandria tour with Tree of life tours - Stepping back in time of ancient conquerors and unrivalled knowledge, our private day trip to Alexandria was an experience draped in historical grandeur and Mediterranean charm. Led by the incredibly knowledgeable Zenab, our adventure rewound to the days of Alexander the Great. We descended into the Roman Catacombs, with its eerie chambers. Standing before the soaring Pompey's pillar, we were left awestruck. Yet, it was the disc - shaped marvel of the New Alexandria Library, that took our breath away. Amid these wonders, a delectable seafood lunch awaited us. Zenab's expertise shone brightest here, as she wove the city's past with its lively present. Highly recommend this tour for anyone seeking a taste of Egypt's historical treasures in a single, unforgettable day trip.
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Rebecca_is_rebecca
Apr 5, 2024
Alexanderia with Tree of Life Tours - Thank you Zenab for such a great tour. Pickup was punctual. It took about 3 hours drive. It was a great opportunity for Mr to see and explore a different part of Egypt and a different era than Ancient Egyptian era. Lunch was great and we had it whole looking at the Mediterranean.
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