Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 65 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port worth booking?
Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port is a 6-hour experience in Alexandria, Egypt, from $47 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 65 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (65)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $47 per person
Start your day with Your Guide waiting you inside Alexandria Port /Hotel holding a sign showing your names . you will choose visiting 4 sites from these : Catacombs of kom El Shokafa , Bibliotheca Alexandrina , Roman Amp
What you get
- Private transportation
- Expert tour guide
- Entrance fees to 4 sites from the mentioned sites in the itnerary
- Pick up and drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
About this experience
Start your day with Your Guide waiting you inside Alexandria Port /Hotel holding a sign showing your names . you will choose visiting 4 sites from these : Catacombs of kom El Shokafa , Bibliotheca Alexandrina , Roman Amphitheater ,St. Mark cathedral , Abu El Abbas mosue , Fort Qaitbay, Alexandria National Museum, Pompay Pillar , Jewellery Museum . Catacombs of kom el Shokafa is mixture of Egyptian and Greco-Roman elements .The Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria is one of the most popular monuments in Alexandria City also see church of St. Mark , Abu El abbas Mosque , National Museum of Alexandria which narrates a story of Egypt across different ages. See Bibliotheca Alexandrina which is original centre of learning and culture. ,Visit also Pomapy's Pillar . See Quaitbay castle which is one of the most important defensive strongholds .Then you will be back to the Port/Hotel.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Expert tour guide
- Entrance fees to 4 sites from the mentioned sites in the itnerary
- Pick up and drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Citadel of Qaitbay
Your Guide will Pick you up from Alexandria Port or Hotel in a private Minivan then you will choose 4 sites from the mentioned ones in the itinerary. Fort Qaitbay of Alexandria indeed is one of the most important defensive strongholds. It is not only in Egypt. but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast. Moreover, it formulated an important part of the fortification system of Alexandria. It was in the 15th century AC . Qaitbay Fort Alexandria situated at the entrance of the eastern harbor on the eastern point of the Pharos Island. It erected on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. Alexandria Lighthouse was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The lighthouse continued to function until the time of the Arab conquest.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Visit Alexandria’s ancient library which was one of the greatest of all classical institutions, and while replacing it might seem a Herculean task, the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina manages this with aplomb. Opened in 2002, this impressive piece of modern architecture is a deliberate attempt to rekindle the brilliance of the original centre of learning and culture. The complex has become one of Egypt’s major cultural venues and a stage for numerous international performers, and is home to a collection of brilliant museums.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral
Saint Mark Coptic is the historical seat of the Pope of Alexandria. The Pope of Alexandria is the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church. Moreover, Saint Mark Cathedral stands on the site of the church founded by St. Mark the Evangelist in AC 60. St. Mark the Evangelist is author of the second Gospel He connected with the city of Alexandria since earliest Christian tradition. Coptic Christians believe he arrived in Alexandria around AD 60 and stayed for about seven years.
30 minutes here · Admission included
it is constructed outside of the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. Pompey’s Pillar Alexandria is the only which known free-standing column in Roman Egypt. Moreover, it not composed of drums. It indeed is one of the largest ancient monoliths. Moreover, it is also one of the largest monolithic columns which ever erected. The monolithic column shaft measures 20.46 m in height with a diameter of 2.71 m at its base. The weight of the single piece of red Aswan granite estimated at 285 ton. Pompey’s Pillar Alexandria is 26.85 m high including its base and capital .
30 minutes here · Admission included
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
the biggest mosque in the city the Abbo Elabbas Mosque and see an old funfair where children play on funfair rides.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
Catacombs of kom el shoqafa which date from the second century A.D are unique both for their plan and for their decoration which is a mixture of Egyptian and Greco-Roman elements . Excavations in the site started in 1892, but the catacombs were not found until 1900 when by mere chance the falling of a donkey drawing a cart in a pit led to their discovery. The tomb consists of three stories cut in the rock, but the lower one gets filled with subsoil water and for this reason most of it has been filled with sand. A staircase (A) goes round a large shaft, down which the dead bodies used to be lowered by rops.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ancient Roman Amphitheater
The Roman Amphitheater Alexandria is one of the most popular monuments in Alexandria City . Alexandria is the second most important city in Egypt after Cairo . Amphitheaters quite spread during the reign of the Romans. They were in different countries like Greece, Italy, and Turkey. They are present in many regions around Europe and the Middle East. Roman Amphitheater Alexandria is the only one of its type in Egypt . The word “Kom El Dekka” in Arabic, means the hill of rubble or the hill of the benches.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Stanley Bridge
one of the most amazing bridges where you can see the amazing Mediteranean sea
Pass by without stopping
Royal Jewelry Museum
The Royal Jewelry Museum of Egypt is located in Alexandria's Zizenia neighborhood and is one of the largest museums in Egypt, with a surface area of around 4,185 meters. Moreover, the Royal Jewelry Museum hosts the most valuable displays, including the jewelry and the ornaments that the queens and the princesses of the last royal family of Egypt have worn for a considerable period.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Alexandria National Museum is considered one of the most unique museums of the world for the main target behind its construction as it narrates a story of Egypt across different ages from the past and till now, for the show arrangement, and for the adequate lights used. Each showroom was painted in a color that suits the age it is representing. For – instance, the black color was used for showrooms representing the Pharaonic periods, light colors for the first floor which represents the Graeco-Roman period, while shinning green was used for the second floor which represents Islamic and Coptic periods.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Alexandria
Then Your Guide will drop you off Alexandria Port / hotel.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
If English Guide
Entry Fees for 4 sites Pickup included
If French/Spanish/German Guide
Entry Fees for Four Sites French/Spanish/German Guide Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mirette Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 65 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
65 verified traveler reviews for Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour, the guide...
Great tour, the guide was very knowledgeable, I would highly recommend to fellow travellers to Alexandria.
via Viator
Excellent day spent learning about Alexandria. The experience was one of a lifetime.
Our visit to Alexandria was spectacular due to the expertise of our very knowledgeable guide, Naelah. We enjoyed the detailed history of each site.
Response from the operator: Thanks dear for your nice review . Hope to see you again with us :)
via Tripadvisor
Exciting and diverse excursion
My excursion in Alexandria was highly enjoyable. I did not feel like I was travelling on my own as my guide, Naelah, is highly personable. She took me to all the important highlights of a marvelously, busy city. Our driver negotiated the traffic so that we comfortably saw everything expected. Naelah was highly credentialed in Archeology and history and was able to give me insights beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend your tour company and would look forward to future excursions when I travel to Egypt in future.
Response from the operator: Thanks a lot dear for your review . Hope to see you again in Egypt !
via Tripadvisor
John (guide) and the...
John (guide) and the driver were both fantastic! I was able to see most of the sites on the list even tho I only picked 4 to see, they were incredibly accommodating and I learned so much! Highly recommend for a quick way to hit the highlights of Alexandria
Response from the operator: Thanks a lot dear for your review . Hope to see you again in Egypt !
via Viator
Great full day tour to hit the highlights!
John (guide) and our driver were both fantastic. I booked the tour and was able to pick the 4 sites I wanted to see (the library is a MUST) but we were able to stop by a couple of other sites for a few minutes as well so I saw almost everything on the list in my full day tour! The guide’s English is impeccable and his knowledge and love for Alexandria is vast.
Response from the operator: Thanks a lot dear for your review . Hope to see you again in Egypt !
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $47 to $188
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 23
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Mirette Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.4.
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Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alexandria.
How much does Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port cost?
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Prices start at $47 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alexandria usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alexandria is not rushed.
Is Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 65 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Alexandria, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port?
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Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alexandria can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alexandria and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Alexandria Experience from Alexandria Hotels & Alexandria Port start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alexandria within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Alexandria?
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On Outty we rank every Alexandria experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, Alexandria Full Day Tour, All inclusive private Giza pyramids,Sphinx & highlights of Cairo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Alexandria?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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