Alexandria private day Trip from Cairo with lunch
Private Tour

Alexandria private day Trip from Cairo with lunch

Experience Alexandria Like Never Before On A Private, Flexible Tour With A Licensed Guide

Experience Alexandria like never before on a private, flexible tour with a licensed guide. Discover the city’s top attractions, including the ancient catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Roman Amphitheater, and the impressive Citadel of Qaitbay. You’ll also pass by the Alexandria Library and enjoy stunning photo opportunities.


Relax with a delicious lunch while overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. This personalized tour ensures you have an unforgettable and stress-free experience. Book now and let’s explore Alexandria together!


Alexandria

Daily Departures

5-Star Hotels

8h

What's Included

  • Pick up and drop off with a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed Tour Guide
  • Entry fees
  • Lunch
  • Bottle of water on board
  • Entry/Admission - Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
  • Entry/Admission - Pompey's Pillar
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient Roman Amphitheater
  • Entry/Admission - Fort Qaitbey

Not Included

  • Gratuities ( Tipping )

Your Tour Plan

1

Pickup

You'll get picked up

2

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

Start your day with a visit to Alexandria, a stunning coastal city filled with history. Explore the ancient necropolis of Kom El Shoqafa, a unique burial site blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman cultures. Discover its underground catacombs, intricate tombs, and three ancient sarcophagi. Learn how this site, dating back to the 2nd to 4th century AD, was rediscovered in 1900 when a donkey fell into its access shaft.

Duration: 2 Hours

3

Pompey's Pillar

Next, visit Pompey’s Pillar, a towering 30-meter red granite column with a fascinating history. Despite its name, it has no connection to Pompey. Built around 300 AD, it honors Emperor Diocletian and stands on what was once the Serapeum, a grand temple dedicated to the god Serapis. Learn how the site was destroyed in 391 AD during a Christian uprising led by Patriarch Theophilus, possibly including the Great Library of Alexandria. Today, visitors can explore the area, uncover tunnels, and see remarkable artifacts like a black basalt bull and a golden plaque at the Greco-Roman Museum.

Duration: 1 Hour

4

Ancient Roman Amphitheater

Next, visit the Roman Amphitheater, a stunning example of Alexandria’s Greco-Roman heritage. Built in the 4th century AD, this theater features 13 marble tiers that could seat up to 800 people, known for their incredible acoustics. Explore its underground chambers, mosaic floors, and nearby ruins, including ancient baths. Discovered by chance in the 1960s, the site continues to unveil secrets of Roman life in Alexandria.

Duration: 90 Minutes

5

Fort Qaitbey

The next stop is the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress on Alexandria’s Mediterranean coast. Built in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa’it Bay, it stands on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the fortress’s thick walls, defensive towers, and stunning views of the sea. Learn about its role in protecting Alexandria from invasions and its connection to the city’s rich maritime history.

Duration: 90 Minutes

6

Departure

You'll return to the starting point

Cancellation policy

  • You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

Essential Packing List

We suggest you pack your luggage correctly to avoid inconveniences during your stay in Egypt.

Sunscreen to protect from strong sun
Camera for souvenir photos
Comfortable walking shoes
Credit card for payments
Travel dictionary/phrasebook
Bathing suit for beach/resorts
Long clothes for religious sites
Light, breathable clothing
Medication for traveler's diarrhea