Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour worth booking?
Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour is a 8-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $51 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (18)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $51 per person
Enjoy your day tour from Cairo to the Mediterranean coast to explore Alexandria on a private day tour. get experience about Alexandria from your Egyptologist guide, and check out the city’s sightseeing including Liberary
What you get
- All tours are as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Transfers by private air-conditioned car
- Bottle of water.
- All taxes and charges.
- Entrance fees to Bibliotheca Alexandrina ( If it open ) (if option is selected)
- Entrance fees to Citadel of Qaitbay. (if option is selected)
About this experience
Enjoy your day tour from Cairo to the Mediterranean coast to explore Alexandria on a private day tour. get experience about Alexandria from your Egyptologist guide, and check out the city’s sightseeing including Liberary of Alxandaria, the citadel of Qaitbay, the Roman catacomb and the modern Library of Alexandria.
What's included
Included
- All tours are as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Transfers by private air-conditioned car
- Bottle of water.
- All taxes and charges.
- Entrance fees to Bibliotheca Alexandrina ( If it open ) (if option is selected)
- Entrance fees to Citadel of Qaitbay. (if option is selected)
- Lunch at very good local restaurant. (if option is selected)
- Entrance fees to Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa. (if option is selected)
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned car to \ from your hotel in Cairo.
- Tourist permit.
- Professional Egyptologist Tour Guide.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
discover the most famous attractions in Alexandria. The tour will begin with the Catacomb where you can note the mixture happened between the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman art in the decoration of the tombs. After that, you will move to Pompey’s Pillar to know why they called it with this name.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Pompey's Pillar
Now it is time to enjoy Pompey’s Pillar that was built in honor of Emperor Decaldianus. The total height of the column, including the base, is about 2,685 meters. On the west side are two bases, which can be reached via an underground staircase. There are also two pink granite statues that look like sphinxes.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Alexandria
During the tour you will have two options: 1) Enjoy Famous local food in Alexandria such as the famous Alexandrian Falafel, Foul, Liver sandwich, the famous Azza ice cream in Alexandria, Fresca, and more. 2)Or you can enjoy a delicious seafood meal for lunch at a local restaurant instead:-)
60 minutes here
Citadel of Qaitbay
visit Qaitbay Citadel, the Ottoman fortress built where the Lighthouse of Alexandria had existed to enjoy with the Mediterranean Sea view.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Finally, end your tour by visiting the modern library of Alexandria considered as a cultural complex, then, our tour guide will move you back to your hotel. (In case you visit Alexandria on Friday, you will visit the library from outside with a panoramic view)
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Alexandria tour + food tour
Food tour during the tour: You will experience the most famous local Alexandria food and dessert during your trip to Alexandria. History & Culture! Pickup included
Modern car,guide , All tickets
Pickup included
Car & Expert guide only
Car & Expert guide only Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Explore Egypt tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great little day trip from Cairo
The whole experience was exceptional starting with my dealings the Mariem, the travel consultant who was very helpful in every aspect. The day started from the hotel with Mr Aref, the driver, who took me to Alexandria where I hooked up with Mrs. Wesam, the tour guide. Both very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour took me to all the sites listed, however, the library itself was closed so could only stand on the street out front. My fault I didn't check that on Fridays it closes for maintenance. However, we did go to the Citadel for some time, then had a tremendous lunch right across the street at a local establishment. Highly recommend this tour to anyone interested ... just be aware the library is closed Fridays.
via Viator
Outstanding experience highly recommend!
I booked the tour last minute , Mahmoud was very friendly and make sure that everything is good before traveling to Alxandaria. Our guide Hamda was very professional and made sure we are comfortable during the trip. Finally we met our guide Wessam she is do kind , knowledgeable and friendly. We booked the tour with option the food tour. Our operator Yoma asked us if we prefer sea food or local Alxandarian food , we chose the local one and we didn't regret anymore. We tried the falafel , Shawarma and Koshary and for desert rice with milk was very testy Infront of Cournih. If you didn't visit Alxandaria with this company you definitely missed alot of fun! I definitely will come again with my mom next year.
via Tripadvisor
This isn’t a food tour, extremely dissatisfied
An absolute rip off. This is not a food tour, the women that was our guide (Marwa) took us to a restaurant where we weren’t given even 1 option, they just bring us a plate that was cold, full fish (with head and all) fried calamari cold, we needed to pay for the drink we had (a juice) the lunch was rushed. She didn’t let the driver stop in one of the spots we were supposed to visit, run personal errands while we were on tour and took us to a “papirus institute” that wasn’t an institute but just a store that sold papirus many times more expensive than other places around Cairo (over $100 for a papirus you can buy for $10) After that I told her I wasn’t going to buy anything and then she rushed us the rest of the time. Sat next to us looking mad, while we eat that terrible plate of food. The price is not worth it, is not a food tour, (tour for us is something where you get options and they show you various foods from a place) you are better taking the ones that are $40 and you choose what and were do you want to eat. Was the only bad experience we had in Egypt. Do not buy this tour you will regret it.
via Tripadvisor
An Excellent Experience with a professional company.
An excellent extraodinary experience, on time tour leader and bus arrival, well organised schedule, kind staff and professional performance. More than perfect tour leader Mrs.Manal. Thanks a lot!
via Tripadvisor
Best guide Aref with loads of fun and food.
You will never meet a better tour guide than Arif bakry!! THE ULTIMATE BEST! True professional who loves being a tour guide. He knows all the ins and outs. He even took care of us after our trip with him and told the next guide how to take care of us!!! AMAZING highly recommend!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $51 to $339
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.
How much does Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour cost?
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Prices start at $51 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 Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 18 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 Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour?
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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 Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour 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 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour?
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Around 6 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Exceptional Alexandria tour from Cairo + Alexandria food tour 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.
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