Alexandria Day Tour From Cairo

This 12 hour daily tour from Cairo takes travelers on an educational journey through history in the Mediterranean coastal city of Alexandria. Guests will explore some of Alexandria’s most significant archaeological and cultural sites, including the massive rock-cut Roman catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa, the imposing Pompey pillar, the historic Qaitbey Citadel, and the famous Roman theater and Library of Alexandria, gaining insight into the rich traditions and ancient wonders of one of Egypt’s most historically vibrant destinations. Transportation, guiding, and refreshments are included in the all-encompassing guided experience.

Availability

Daily

Pickup

Cairo Airport / Any Hotel in Cairo

Alexandria Day Tour Itinerary

One of the most impressive underground burial sites ever constructed, these enormous tombs were carefully excavated over two levels directly into the limestone bedrock and feature intricate carvings and decorations that have stood the test of time, providing visitors a glimpse into elaborate ancient Roman funeral rites and beliefs about the afterlife.

Standing tall at the center of a sprawling archaeological zone, this massive red granite column is a spectacular monument erected in the early 4th century AD that remains in excellent condition today. Visitors will be astounded by its scale and engineering feat required for its construction during Roman rule over 1,600 years ago.

Strategically located on the Mediterranean coastline, this impressive defensive fortress dominated Alexandria's landscape for centuries as a robust stronghold protecting the city from invaders. Its imposing walls and architectural features offer insight into its integral role in the region's military history and changes of power over time.

Dating back to the 2nd century AD, this well-preserved grand structure once hosted all manner of artistic and cultural productions that were a hallmark of the Roman Empire's Golden Age. Wander its graduated tiers and walk amidst where ancient orchestras and performers once held massive audiences enthralled.

Situated at the heart of learning during the glory years of civilization, the Library and adjoining Museum hosted over half a million sacred tomes and was the world's greatest repository of knowledge. Walk the ground where thinkers like Euclid and Archimedes once studied and discovered.

This comprehensive tour of Alexandria's most significant historical attractions offers a fascinating glimpse into the great heritage and cultural legacy that this Mediterranean city once represented in antiquity. Over the course of 12 insightful hours, visitors experience some of the ancient wonders which formerly drew scholars and luminaries from all over the known world. From the immense underground catacombs that hint at long-gone funerary rituals, to the landmarks remnants of Rome's powerful rule like Pompey's pillar and the citadel, this guided immersion transports one back to walk where mighty empires and the library that lit the way for science once flourished. The glimpse of Alexandria's past unfolds memories to hold for life throughout the educational and engaging journey.

WHAT’S INCLUDED​

  • Pick up from your hotel in Cairo.
  • English speaking guide during your tour. (Other Languages available on request with extra charge)
  • Bottle of Mineral Water to Each person during the tour.
  • All transfers by air-conditioned modern car.
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour

NOT INCLUDED​

  • Visa to Egypt.
  • Any other optional tours if required.
  • Tipping.
  • Entrance fees to the above-mentioned sites.

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PRICE LIST

  • Single $180
  • 2 Persons $120 Each
  • 3 Persons $110Each
  • 4 Persons $100 Each
  • 5 Persons $90 Each
  • 6 Persons $80 Each
  • MORE THAN 6 PERSONS $70 Each
  • Prices may differ on holidays.

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A reliable and responsive Agency! I asked the agency what I wanted to visit and they made me a tailor-made stay, all inclusive at a better price than many competitors. I was in touch with Kero, incredibly responsive, helpful and caring, he did everything to set me up, was always present via whatsapp. I was able to let myself be carried away with confidence. A huge thank you to you and especially to Kero!
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

GoPlaces27508509073
GoPlaces27508509073
2025-07-07
Verified
Super cool, I highly recommend them, a safe and super fun trip is guaranteed. They are professionals. We visited many museums, the pyramids, mosques, the Nile River, markets. The guides Karim and Mito are professionals. They speak perfect Spanish, they take care of you throughout the entire tour, they help you communicate, they explain everything in detail, they are super punctual, and they give you directions to everything. It's very safe to be with them, you feel like family.They are very knowledgeable and answer all your questions, they take you to delicious places to eat
Carlos Bojorquez
Carlos Bojorquez
2025-06-28
Verified
El Cairo Excellent guides in Cairo Karim and Mito, very professional and attentive clearing any doubts that presented us. Super recommended
Ganapathi R
Ganapathi R
2025-06-27
Verified
Travel joy Egypt was a great experience everything was perfectly organised, would love to travel with them again N again we really enjoyed through out this trip I'm so happy that I spent my trip here with my family, you guy's should also visit.
Evelyn R
Evelyn R
2025-06-24
Verified
Adventure in Egypt Very friendly guides and always responded quickly to all our requirements and explanation of Egyptian culture very clear and entertaining
Sharon D
Sharon D
2025-06-09
Verified
Excellent experience It was excellent, the guides, the transportation, the airport pickup, they took me back to meet all my expectations and what they told me on the itinerary, we were really happy with my mother
Carlita A
Carlita A
2025-06-04
Verified
Amazing trip to Egypt The agency actually loved it! I made a short but significant trip planned my trip and booking the internal flights, they were very punctual. The established schedule was fulfilled from day one, I definitely recommend them especially if you travel alone! My dream was always to take a picture on a camel in front of the pyramids and when I went they helped me take this service inside the Giza complex, an unforgettable moment! In addition, since I contacted them they have been watching my doubts and concerns. Thank you!!
Evelin L
Evelin L
2025-06-04
Verified
The best experience Excellent, accompaniment and tours, completely satisfied. I would recommend them. The Spanish speaking guide was very helpful.
Travel23739253540
Travel23739253540
2025-06-02
Verified
Travel joy knows how to make dreams come true Egypt is a wonder, it has everything! And having an agency that supports and cares for you in every place you visit is invaluable.From the beginning Omar provided us with personalized attention, understood what we wanted to see and proposed an itinerary with activities that left us impressed with the beauty of his country. Every driver, Egyptologist and guide who touched us throughout our 16-day journey showed impeccable service, kindness, responsibility and a lot of knowledge. The temples, Siwa, the desert, Marsa Matrouh, Alexandria and Cairo left us wanting to return.
Aelle988
Aelle988
2025-05-19
Verified
A reliable and responsive Agency! I asked the agency what I wanted to visit and they made me a tailor-made stay, all inclusive at a better price than many competitors. I was in touch with Kero, incredibly responsive, helpful and caring, he did everything to set me up, was always present via whatsapp. I was able to let myself be carried away with confidence. A huge thank you to you and especially to Kero!
alejandro g
alejandro g
2025-05-05
Verified
An unforgettable experience with Travel Joy Egypt! Traveling with Travel Joy Egypt has certainly been one of the best decisions I have ever made. From the first contact, his team was incredibly attentive, professional and passionate about what he does. They helped me plan every detail of the trip to Egypt with precision and dedication that exceeded all my expectations.Everything was perfectly organized: from transfers and hotels to guided tours of the pyramids, temples and Nile cruise. The guides were expert, friendly and with a deep understanding of Egyptian history and culture, which made each visit come alive in a special way. In addition, they were always available to answer questions or adapt to my needs.Thanks to Travel Joy Egypt I was able to enjoy a magical trip, full of unique moments, without worries and with the peace of mind of being in the hands of real professionals. If you are thinking of visiting Egypt, look no further than this agency is simply exceptional.I would travel with them once and a thousand times more!

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Alexandria Day Tour From Cairo

An Amazing Journey Through Egypt’s Antiquity
The 12 hour guided tour from Cairo to Alexandria is a remarkable journey through history that awaits. Travel back through the centuries to when this city was the locus of culture and knowledge that defined Hellenistic civilization in North Africa, a hub where ideas spread from its renowned library across the ancient world.

Exploring the Massive Rock-Cut Catacombs
First on the itinerary is visiting the infamous underground burial site of Kom El Shoqafa. This immense subterranean tomb complex carved directly into solid limestone showcases some of the most ornate funerary artwork anywhere in the Roman Empire. Sprawling over two levels nearly 150 feet below ground, it housed over three hundred burial locations for Alexandria’s elite. Its cavernous halls and rooms are filled with detailed sculptures, geometric designs and depictions of classical myths that pay tribute to fading beliefs.

Standing Tall at Pompey’s Pillar
Rising starkly from the archeological park where it rests is the famous ruin known as Pompey’s Pillar. This massive solitary red granite column stretching over 100 feet high is one of the most remarkable ancient monuments in Alexandria. Its construction techniques and precision stone carving endured over 16 centuries since its erection in the 4th century AD to commemorate a Roman prefect. Visitors can only imagine how dominating its presence must have seemed to those living when it was newly risen.

The Strategic Qaitbay Citadel
Perched dramatically on the Mediterranean coast is this military stronghold which served for over three centuries to protect Alexandria’s important trade empire. Its stout walls and bastions project an ominous sense of the power and danger the city faced from outside forces. Inside, passageways and barracks show how it functioned as an authoritarian junction of surveillance and command. Its imposing form signifies the strategic priorities that motivated Alexandria’s rulers.

A Cultural Epicenter at the Theater
A short distance away, history comes alive at traces of the grand amphitheater. Imagination paints the scenes of thousands filling its ascending tiers for performances, political speeches and important announcements in its heyday. The depth of cultural richness the city enjoyed under Roman hegemony resounds through the ruined shells of arches and foundations that remain.

A Crescendo at the Library
No words can do justice to the institution which was for nearly a millennium a bastion and beacon of accumulated erudition for Mediterranean civilization: the Library of Alexandria. Scholars flocked here from across the Eastern world for unprecedented access to scrolls representing all branches of Hellenistic thought archived within its architectural wonders, some estimates suggest up to half a million documents at its apex. Though its physical buildings are long gone, the Library’s spirit of pushing human understanding to new horizons continues nourishing minds universally.

A Visit to Remember
Taken together, these site excursions open a vista to comprehend the epic significance of Alexandria in antiquity, and how profoundly the discoveries made within this renowned city impacted our common classical heritage. For anyone interested in archaeology, architecture, culture or history, a day trip experience to immerse within such renown remnants as are still found in Alexandria ensures memories to last for life’s remaining journeys ahead. This guided exploration pays tribute to how far our global community has progressed from such foundations.

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