Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 26 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo worth booking?
Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo is a 12-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $20 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 26 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (26)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $20 per person
Enjoy a private guided day tour from Cairo among the pearl of the Mediterranean “Alexandria”. You will visit the magnificent sites of the city that dating back to different periods of the Egyptian history.
What you get
- Bottled Mineral Water
- Entrance fees
- pick and drop off from your hotel in (Giza, Downtown , zamalek , Dokki )
- Air Conditioned Private vehicle
- Tourism Police Permission
- Tax
About this experience
Enjoy a private guided day tour from Cairo among the pearl of the Mediterranean “Alexandria”. You will visit the magnificent sites of the city that dating back to different periods of the Egyptian history.
What's included
Included
- Bottled Mineral Water
- Entrance fees
- pick and drop off from your hotel in (Giza, Downtown , zamalek , Dokki )
- Air Conditioned Private vehicle
- Tourism Police Permission
- Tax
- Round Transfer (Cairo-Alexandria, Alexandria-Cairo)
- Egyptologist tour guide.
- Fuel surcharge
- 1 Day Tour
Not included
- Accommodation
- Tipping
- Extra $7.5 per person for pick-up & drop-off from Airport Hotels, Nasr City, New Cairo & 6th October
- Personal Expenses
- Anything not mentioned above
What you'll see and do
Alexandria Library
We will end our amazing tour by visiting the Modern Alexandria Library (visit its open court + free museums), the Old library was very famous all over the world for its huge books capacity of different sciences and literature. It was damaged several times during the Greco Roman period until it vanished. The beginning of reconstruct the library started at the late 80s of the last century. The design of the modern library of Alexandria consisted of four underground stores and six upper stores. The special shape of the modern library of Alexandria is considered a special architectural germ. The library the history of the library and the city of Alexandria and the Egyptian history as a whole, The cultures of the Arab world, Africa, and the Mediterranean countries , and The culture, ideas, and civilization of the whole world Location. Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday so you will be able to take Photos from outside
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Pompey's Pillar
Pompey's Pillar: A towering red granite column in Alexandria, Egypt, standing 25 meters tall, likely built to honor Emperor Diocletian. It is the tallest ancient monument in the city.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
After that going to visit The Roman Amphitheatre which is Located in the heart of Alexandria, Kom el-Dikka is an extensive Roman theatrical and residential complex. It includes the only known Roman amphitheater in Egypt, an impressively well-preserved structure composed of thirteen terraces. This was constructed in the traditional Greek style.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Then, You will go to get a photo stop at (Qaitbey’s Citadel) which is considered one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt, but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast. It formulated an important part of the fortification system of Alexandria in the 15th century A.D.; The Citadel is situated at the entrance of the eastern harbour on the eastern point of the Pharos Island. It was erected on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
30 minutes here
Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
Around 7.00 am , You will be escorted in an air conditioned vehicle from your hotel towards Alexandria (about 3.30 Hrs. Driving) where you will meet your tour guide in Alexandria to discover the beauty and the Greco Roman civilization within a day-tour starting with visiting the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa which are considered one of the wonders of the middle ages . It's the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt, with three tiers of tombs that could accommodate up to 300 corpses. The cemetery originally was dug to be a private cemetery for one family ,then it was converted to be a public cemetery the architecture of the tombs mirrors Greco-Roman styles. This can be seen in the wall decoration, which shows a unique combination of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic traditions. People are buried here in sarcophagi, in shelves, and in urns of ashes after cremation.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tour Guide + car + Entry fees
Entry fees Tour includes:: private Tour Guide+ private car+ Entry fees Pickup included
private car + Tour guide
Tour includes:: private Tour Guide+ private car Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Tailor Made Day Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant Seats are available upon request
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 26 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
26 verified traveler reviews for Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
GREAT DAY TRIP TO ALEXANDRIA!
Egypt Tailor Made was great! They arranged a day tour to us to Alexandria from Cairo. Our driver picked us up from our hotel and stayed with us the enter day. We met our tour guide in Alexandria. We visited the catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, the Roman amphitheater, the Library of Alexandria, and Fort Quitbay (which is pretty beautiful). There's really a lot to see at each of these sites - more than you'd expect (it's not just a pillar there!) This was a long day (the ride back to Cairo took over 3 hours - but we hit rush hour!) ETM offers a great service. Well worth the trip to Alexandria.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your "GREAT DAY TRIP TO ALEXANDRIA!" review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that Egypt Tailor Made provided such a wonderful experience for you. It's fantastic to know that our arrangements, from your dedicated driver picking you up in Cairo to meeting your guide in Alexandria, made for a seamless day. We're thrilled you enjoyed visiting the Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, the Roman Amphitheater, the magnificent Library of Alexandria, and the beautiful Fort Qaitbay, and that you discovered the rich history each site holds. We appreciate you acknowledging that it's a long day, especially with Cairo traffic, but are so pleased you found the trip to Alexandria to be well worth it and that our service was great. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
via Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable and Experienced Guide
Ms. Jividan was a knowledgeable and experienced guide. As a local, she clearly has passion for the city. Up front, she went over the day's program, including all the entrance fees, to make sure we were happy with what we were seeing that day. She also offered additional optional experiences throughout the day. For only a short day trip, we felt like we learned so much about Alexandria!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that your day tour to Alexandria with Ms. Jividan was such a positive experience. Her deep knowledge and passion for the city, paired with her thoughtful approach to going over the day's program, truly made your trip feel enriching and well-organized. It’s great to know that despite the short time, you learned so much about Alexandria and felt cared for with the additional optional experiences she provided along the way. We’re happy Ms. Jividan helped make your visit to this beautiful city an unforgettable one! Thank you again for choosing us for your Alexandria tour, and we hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Auditorium, catacombs, lighthouse,
I could visit many historical places of Alexandria. Ms. Heba explained all of places’ history so I enjoyed Greek and Roman architecture.
Response from the operator: "Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you had the opportunity to visit so many historical places in Alexandria with Egypt Tailor Made Tours. Ms. Heba's knowledge and passion for history are truly invaluable. We're thrilled she brought the rich tapestry of Alexandria's Greek and Roman architecture to life for you. It sounds like your exploration was both educational and enjoyable. Alexandria boasts a wealth of historical treasures, and we're happy our tour helped you discover them. Thank you again for recommending us! We look forward to helping future travelers experience the magic of Alexandria's historical sites. Warmly, Walid Fathy, Owner - Egypt Tailor Made Tours"
via Tripadvisor
Egypt is safe and welcoming
We had a wonderful day in Alexandria. Our tour guide, Javidan, was so knowledgeable, professional and accommodating. She took us to a wonderful restaurant for lunch, the Fish Market, overlooking the Mediterranean. I would highly recommend Egypt Tailor Made tours to experience the best of Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
A long day made easy
These guys ooze professionalism but without sacrificing the personal touch Mohammed our driver punctually collected us at 7am for the 2+ hour to Alexandria with option of a coffee stop along the way if required. A good conversationalist he helped the miles speed by. Nancy our guide was extremely knowledgeable and her pre site briefings for each location certainly proved to be of great assistance. No hesitation in recommending this company.
Response from the operator: We're honored to receive such a fantastic review of our travel agency! Your satisfaction is our greatest reward, and we're delighted to know that we were able to exceed your expectations. Thank you for choosing us to plan your trip, and we can't wait to help you plan your next one
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20 to $203
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.
How much does Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo cost?
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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Giza usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo take?
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Plan for about 12 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 Giza is not rushed.
Is Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 26 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Giza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo?
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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 Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo?
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Around 9 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 Giza 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 Giza and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo 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 Giza 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 Giza?
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On Outty we rank every Giza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping and Nile Dinner Cruise, Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Nile Felucca or Bazaar. 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 Giza?
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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 Giza?
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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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