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Private Day Tour
Cairo to Alexandria private day tour
Trip overview
Cairo to Alexandria private day tour
Head on a Cairo to Alexandria day trip and private Cairo day tour while enjoying the city’s rich past and present. Alexandria, which combines Roman, Pharaonic, and modern architectural elements, bears witness to Egypt's past. This Cairo day tour involves visits to the famous sites: the Pillar of Pompey, the Qaitbay Citadel, and the Catacombs of Kom el Shukafa, all of which tell a story of the city from its ancient history to medieval times. This experience is one of the most recommended Alexandria day trips from Cairo and Egypt day tours, perfect for anyone seeking one day in Cairo with a private tour in Cairo, Egypt, making it an unforgettable Egypt tour.
Tour highlights
What makes this day different
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
An underground burial site blending Egyptian, Greek and Roman art from the 2nd century AD.
Pompey Pillar
A 25-metre red granite column, a lasting symbol of Roman Alexandria.
Qaitbay Citadel
A 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Library of Alexandria
A modern architectural landmark honouring the ancient library's legacy.
The route
4 stops, one unforgettable day
Your day at a glance
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Your guide collects you from your hotel in Cairo for the drive to Alexandria in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
1
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Explore the underground Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, dating to the 2nd century AD — a striking mix of Egyptian, Greek and Roman artistic styles.
2nd-century burial chambers
2
Pompey Pillar
Visit the Pillar of Pompey, a massive red granite column standing 25 metres tall — a lasting relic of Alexandria's Roman era.
25-metre granite column
3
Qaitbay Citadel
Continue to the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, with views over the Mediterranean.
Site of the ancient Lighthouse
Mediterranean views
4
Library of Alexandria
Finish at the modern Library of Alexandria, a striking architectural complex dedicated to the memory of the ancient library, home to millions of books and rare manuscripts.
Millions of books & manuscripts
Back to your hotel
Return transfer at the end of your day — hotel, Nile cruise dock or the airport.
What's included
Everything's taken care of
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Expert Egyptologist guide during your Cairo historical tour.
- Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included in Cairo cultural tours.
- All service charges and taxes are included.
- Air-conditioned vehicle transportation.
Not included
- Tipping.
- The tour package excludes everything that isn't included in the Cairo guided tours itinerary.
Prices
One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays
Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one
US$ 190/ person
2–4 travellers
US$ 150/ person
5–8 travellers
US$ 110/ person
9–14 travellers
US$ 100/ person
- Prices may vary based on the season and group size.
- Rates typically cover entrance fees, transportation, and guided Cairo day trips.
- Cairo to Alexandria private day tour includes standard costs but extra charges will occur for optional activities that are excluded from the package.
- Children's discounts may be available depending on age and operator policy.
- Prices are usually quoted in USD or EGP and may be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Essential information
Before the morning of your tour
We collect you from your hotel in Cairo early in the morning for the drive to Alexandria — just tell us your preferred time when you book.
- Closed walking shoes
- A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Small notes for tips
Phone and camera photography is free across all sites.
All four sites are reachable by vehicle with paved or level pathways; the catacombs involve some stairs underground.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. No prepayment is taken to reserve the date — you settle with your guide on the day.
Good to know
Day tour FAQs
Yes — this is a private tour, so just tell your guide on the day.
Yes — from any hotel in Cairo, at no extra cost.
Yes, entrance fees for all sightseeing are included in the price.
It's around a three-hour drive each way from Cairo.
Light, covering clothes and closed, comfortable shoes.
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