Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car worth booking?
Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car is a 9-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $48 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (15)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $48 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
- Private Egyptologist guide with the language you speak.
- Pick up services from your hotel & return
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
- All taxes & service charge
- All transfers by a private modern air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch meal at Local restaurant.
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
- Private Egyptologist guide with the language you speak.
- Pick up services from your hotel & return
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
- All taxes & service charge
- All transfers by a private modern air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch meal at Local restaurant.
- Bottled water during your trip.
Not included
- Any extras
- Tipping
What you'll see and do
Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and then transfer to enjoy amazing day trip to Alexandria. First visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock dates back to the second century, discovered by chance when a donkey legs fell off in the mouth of the shaft leaded to discover it in 1900 AD.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Pompey's Pillar
Then Pompey Pillar dates back to the second century & built by king Pastimous as a memorial for the emperor Qastentine who forgave the people of Alexandria after they protested against him & distributed corn for them because the hunger that they suffered from it but it has called Pompey's Pillar because the crusaders thought Pompey the roman leader head hang on its top.
Pass by without stopping
Citadel of Qaitbay
Then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria, its powerful fortress built by the Mumluk king Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt borders from the north & by the sea & it has fallen off in the hand of the french then the British because the garrison were using the traditional weapons.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Then drive you to Bibliotheca Alexandria dates back to the second century built by king Ptolemy the first & completed by Ptolemy the second but the original one had burnt during the struggle between Ptolemy the thirteen & Jealous Ceaser the roman leader and this one built in 2003 in the days of our president Mubarak and the original library considered the first one established in history.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Alexandria
Then the roman Theater that it discovered in 1960 AD & discoverd by the Polish.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 720 minutes before departure.
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Royal Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not all advertised sites open
The library was the primary sight we wanted to see and it was on the advertised itinerary. When we got to the library it was closed. I brought it up to the tour operator and he asked me why it was closed like I am the one who is supposed to know that. I found out later through discussion with locals that it is always closed on Fridays. The operator not knowing the operating hours of the attractions is not good. If he would have told us we would have gone on a different day
Response from the operator: You did not show us your insistence on the necessity of visiting the library, & you did not inform us of the necessity of visiting it, but we are the ones who included it for you in the visit itinerary, & we did not inform you of the possibility that it might be closed because you booked the tour from us without including the tickets or the tour guide, just booking the tour by car only for the way there and back, so there is no problem at all because you did not lose the price of its tickets, and most of our clients in this case are satisfied with photographing it from the outside or exchanging it for another visit so why you not contact us once you get it closed, and for your information, on this day it is available to very few numbers, and if you had a tour guide with you, he might have prevented you from visiting it.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Wonderful , informative excursion. Tour guide is very knowledgeable and helpful. Tour guide was very helpful with my mom who uses a cane.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review & we hope to see you again.
via Tripadvisor
Great experiences
Mohammad and driver Ibrahim collected us from our hotel in Giza at 7am. Mohammad gave us history lessons, not just of Alexandria, but of ancient Egypt as well. He was informative, knowledgeable and verb interesting. He’d give us little pop quizzes along the way, which were fun. We went to many interesting sites and learnt much of the history of Alexandria. I would throughly recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review & we hope to see you again.
via Viator
Excellent hassle free trip to Alexandria
This was the second trip I had arranged with Mohamed. The driver and guide picked me up on time and we made our way to Alexandria with a comfort break. The trip was great and everything I wanted. The guide was very knowledgeable and arranged all of the entries to the sites with his credit card (unlike the pyramid tour). Lunch was a lovely fresh fish buffet style meal in one of the back streets that we all ate together. Arranging such a trip takes all the hassle and messing about away and I would recommend doing it. You can tailor a lot of the trip as it’s flexible. Thank you Mohamed for your help in an Egypt.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review & we hope to see you again.
via Tripadvisor
Alexandria - perfect 10 day
Amazing day in Alexandria. Our driver Mohamed safely got us to and from our hotel in Cairo. He was an excellent travel companion with my wife and I. We picked up Ayman, our local guide. Ayman was that perfect guide you hope you would get knowledgable, thoughtful of us, answered all our questions, great sense of humor, and deftly worked us around crowds to get private moments. Saw the catacombs, Pompey’s tower, the citadel and had a great lunch at the Fresh Fish market overlooking the historic harbor. A perfect 10 day.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review & we hope to see you again.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $48 to $288
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car cost?
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Prices start at $48 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Cairo is not rushed.
Is Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car 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 (4.7/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car?
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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 Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car?
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Around 5 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 Cairo 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 Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Full Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car 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 Cairo 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 Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. 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 Cairo?
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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 Cairo?
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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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