Private Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo: Explore Historical Alexandria with Complimentary Lunch
Kom Ad Dikah
Step back in time and explore the historical city of Alexandria on a private day tour from Cairo. Visit top sights, including the Library of Alexandria, Church of St. Mark, and Quaitbay castle, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of this ancient city.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kom Ad Dikah - Upon arrival, start your tour of this ancient city. Head towards the marble-stone Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka that once accommodated over 800 visitors. Enjoy the sights of its pleasure garden and mosaic floored Roman baths and villas.

Afterward, move on to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa where you can feel the aura of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural excellence. The cemetery was constructed in the second century AD and is still one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages.

Marvel at the Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka
Admire the architectural excellence of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Explore Pompey’s Pillar, enjoying its artifacts and sculptures
Enjoy a photo stop by the well-known Library of Alexandria
Stroll along the ancient ramparts of the 15th century Citadel of Qaitbay

Next, visit Pompey’s Pillar, the significant Roman triumphal column in Alexandria. then enjoy an outside photo stop at the Library of Alexandria Later, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Snack included
  • Entry to Fort Qaitbey
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transfer
  • Entry to Pompey’s Pillar
  • Entry to Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  • Entry to Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
  • Expert Egyptologist guide
  • Complimentary bottle of water
What's Not Included
  • Tipping
Additional Information

Step back in time as you explore the history of Alexandria on a day trip from Cairo. Hop aboard an airconditioned car or van and visit top sights like the Church of St. Mark, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, a gold market and Quaitbay castle.

Start your day trip to Alexandria with pick-up from your accommodation in a comfortable vehicle. The first stop on this full-day tour will be a visit to the Library of Alexandria (depending on the day), the biggest library in the world. Now housing 8 million books, you can visit its open court to see the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First keeping watch over the library.

The car will then whisk you off to the Church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa. Then, continue on to the old downtown of Alexandria where you can walk through traditional markets where everything and anything is sold.

Admire the downtown’s Baroque designs and Italian- and French-style properties. See the prettiest and largest mosque in the city,abo abass.

Location
Kom Ad Dikah
Cancellation Policy

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

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