See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
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10-hour guided day trip

Catacombs, Roman remains and the Mediterranean

See Alexandria in one day from Cairo

★★★★★ 10 hrs · 1,552 visible reviews
€72 per person advance free cancellation

Travel from your Cairo or Giza accommodation to Alexandria with air-conditioned transport, an Egyptologist guide, admission and lunch included. It is a full day, with roughly six hours allocated to road travel.

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⚡ The Library of Alexandria is viewed only from outside · Visible discounted price, reduced from €100 at the time checked. It may vary by date, option and availability; confirm the final amount on GetYourGuide.

Bring a passport or identity card. Sunglasses, a sun hat and international travel insurance are recommended. Pets, luggage and large bags are not allowed. Confirm accessibility, dietary needs and gratuities on GetYourGuide.

✔ Pickup and drop-off at accommodation in Cairo or Giza
✔ Catacombs, Serapeum, Roman theatre and Qaitbay Citadel
✔ Seafood lunch, bottled water and drinks with the meal
✔ The Library of Alexandria is viewed only from outside

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Seeing several sites without arranging transport and tickets
  • Learning from an Egyptologist guide
  • Combining archaeology, a citadel and the coast in one day
  • Departing from accommodation in Cairo or Giza

How long does it take?

Timings and the order of visits may change. Starting times depend on availability for the selected date.

What's included?

  • Pickup and drop-off at accommodation in Cairo or Giza
  • Transport by air-conditioned van
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Admission to the listed sites
  • Bottled water

Is it worth it?

It can be worthwhile if you value the convenience of an all-in-one trip and accept that much of the day is spent on the road. It is less suitable for exploring Alexandria slowly.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Check your exact pickup area, language, option and expected lunch time. Several outlying areas require an add-on of unspecified cost during checkout.

Logistics taken care ofPickup, transport, admission, guiding and lunch are combined so you do not need to arrange each part separately.
Context from an EgyptologistReviews frequently highlight the guides’ knowledge and their ability to explain the history clearly.
Several eras in one dayThe route combines catacombs, Greco-Roman remains, Pompey’s Pillar and a coastal fortress.
Flexible conditionsFree cancellation up to 24 hours beforehand and booking without immediate payment are advertised, subject to GetYourGuide’s terms.

📖 What you will see on the trip

After pickup, the estimated three-hour journey to Alexandria begins. The programme covers the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Serapeum associated with Pompey’s Pillar and the Roman theatre of Kom El-Deka.

Lunch is followed by an exterior photo stop at the Library of Alexandria and around 75 minutes at Qaitbay Citadel before the return journey.

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Around 1 hour at the catacombs

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About 45 minutes at the Serapeum and 30 at the Roman theatre

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Roughly 10 minutes outside the library and 75 at the citadel

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The order and timings are indicative: the source itself presents the first visits in different sequences.

See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa receive one of the longest visits on the programme. Kom El Shoqafa

A guided experience rather than a free day

This tour prioritises covering several places with explanations and coordinated transport. It is practical for a first introduction to Alexandria from Cairo.

Travellers wanting to explore independently, enter the library or minimise road time may prefer another option.

Egyptologist guide Admission included Lunch included Small-group option

What reviews highlight

The order and timings are indicative: the source itself presents the first visits in different sequences.

A summary of 255 recent verified reviews praises the organisation, historical explanations and choice of sights, although some travellers question the timing of lunch.

10 hrsadvertised duration
4.6/5visible rating
1,552visible reviews
24 hrsadvance free cancellation

🗣️ What reviews highlight

Great guide · 59 mentions

Guide knowledge and attentive service are among the most frequently repeated positive themes.

Engaging history · 15 mentions

Travellers appreciate explanations that make the historical context of the visited sites easier to understand.

Safe driver · 15 mentions

Safe driving is a recurring theme, although individual experiences can vary.

The real pace of the day

The advertised duration is 10 hours, and the itinerary allocates roughly three hours to each journey. Road travel therefore shapes a substantial part of the day.

One review mentions two and a half hours each way, but this does not replace the official estimate. No free time or official rest stops are confirmed.

See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
Qaitbay Citadel provides the coastal section of the excursion. Qaitbay
See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
See Alexandria in one day from Cairo

Before booking

Check the price and pickup for your date

€72 per person

The visible price was €72 per person, reduced from €100. Times, amounts and options may change, and some pickup areas require an add-on at checkout.

Duration10 hours advertised
Standard pickupAccommodation in Cairo or Giza
LanguagesEnglish, Arabic, French, German, Italian and one unidentified language
CancellationFree up to 24 hours beforehand for a full refund
EntrySkip the ticket line
IdentificationPassport or identity card required
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Visible discounted price, reduced from €100 at the time checked. It may vary by date, option and availability; confirm the final amount on GetYourGuide.

See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
The Library of Alexandria stop is outside and intended for photographs. Exterior stop

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Does it suit your travel style?

This is a useful option if you want to combine several Alexandria sites in one day and prefer transport, admission, guiding and lunch to be arranged.

It may not suit you if you want a short day, plenty of free time, entry to the library or confirmed details about accessibility, menus and breaks.

Travellers with only one day available Visitors interested in Greco-Roman and Egyptian history People who prefer an organised excursion Guests prepared for roughly six hours on the road
See Alexandria in one day from Cairo
The return journey to Cairo or Giza is estimated at around three hours. Return included

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long is the Alexandria day trip?
The advertised duration is 10 hours. The itinerary estimates around three hours of road travel each way, although timings can vary.
Does the tour enter the Library of Alexandria?
No. The activity includes only an exterior photo stop lasting around 10 minutes.
What does the booking include?
It includes Cairo or Giza pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned transport, an Egyptologist guide, listed admission, water, drinks with lunch and a seafood meal.
Can I be picked up outside Cairo or Giza?
Certain areas, including Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City and New Cairo, are offered as an add-on during checkout. The source does not state the cost.
What should I bring and what is not allowed?
Bring a passport or identity card. Sunglasses and a sun hat are recommended; pets, luggage and large bags are not allowed.

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