Alexandria Private Day Trip from Cairo

Alexandria
12 hours
Private tour
Hotel pickup in Giza & Cairo
English (Spanish & other languages on request)

Trade the desert for the Mediterranean. Discover Roman catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, the Qaitbay Citadel and the modern Library of Alexandria — add a seafood lunch by the sea.

Free cancellation up to 10 daysFull deposit refund up to 10 days before. Later? Move your date once for free.
Reserve now, pay laterNo card online. We confirm on WhatsApp; a 25% deposit secures your date and the rest is paid on the day.
Licensed guideEvery tour is delivered with a licensed Egyptian guide.

Choose your experience

Same private guide and car, three ways to enjoy the day. Prices are per person and drop as your group grows.

Standard

Private guide & car — buy your tickets yourself

From $54 per person

Private car & driver
Licensed Egyptologist guide
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Bottled water
Entrance tickets (≈ $22 pp)
Lunch

Premium

Guide, car & seafood lunch by the sea

From $74 per person

Everything in Standard, plus:
Fresh seafood lunch on the Mediterranean
Horse-carriage ride on the Corniche
Entrance tickets (≈ $22 pp)

All-inclusive

Luxury

All-inclusive with every ticket and the Library

From $109 per person

Everything in Premium, plus:
All entrance tickets (Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay, Library)
Montaza Palace gardens
Cold towels & snacks for the road

Highlights

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where Egyptian and Roman art meet
Pompey's Pillar, the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria
The Citadel of Qaitbay on the site of the legendary Lighthouse
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina, heir to the ancient library
Seafood lunch overlooking the Mediterranean

About this tour

Founded by Alexander the Great and ruled by Cleopatra, Alexandria feels like another country: sea breezes, faded Belle Époque buildings and a corniche that curves for kilometres along the Mediterranean.

After a three-hour drive on the desert highway, your guide leads you underground into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, then to Pompey's Pillar and the Roman ruins of the Serapeum. Lunch is fresh seafood by the water, followed by the Citadel of Qaitbay — built with stones from the fallen Lighthouse — and the striking Bibliotheca Alexandrina before driving back to Cairo.

Your day, step by step

1
Early pickup in Cairo
Comfortable drive of about three hours to Alexandria.
2
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Descend into a three-level Roman-era tomb carved into the rock.
3
Pompey's Pillar & the Serapeum
See the 27-metre granite column and the ancient temple grounds.
4
Seafood lunch
Lunch at a local fish restaurant by the sea.
5
Citadel of Qaitbay
Explore the 15th-century fortress at the mouth of the Eastern Harbour.
6
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Visit the modern library and its striking architecture.
7
Corniche drive & return
Drive along the corniche and return to Cairo in the evening.

Included in every option

Tickets, meals and extras depend on the option you choose — compare options.

Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Licensed tour guide
Bottled water

Drinks
Museums inside the Bibliotheca (optional)
Tips (optional)

Good to know

Start time: 07:00 AM
Pickup & meeting: We pick you up from your hotel or apartment in Giza, the Pyramids area, Dokki, Zamalek or Downtown Cairo. Other areas on request — just ask.
Cancellation: Cancel up to 10 days before your trip and your deposit is refunded in full. Within 10 days the deposit is non-refundable, because your guide, vehicle and tickets are already booked and paid — but you can move your date once for free (up to 48 hours before) and keep your deposit as credit. If we have to cancel, you get a full refund.

Photography is restricted inside the catacombs.
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on some public holidays; your guide will adapt the program.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the drive?

About 2.5 to 3 hours each way on the desert highway, with a rest stop.

What our guests say

    
 
 
      Verified Unforgettable Journey with the Best Guide
My trip with ess was amazing he is the best tour guide from the Pyramids to the Nile Cruise everything was absolutely magical
  
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     Verified Muchas gracias 🥀
Quería desconectar del estrés y conocer una nueva cultura, y este viaje fue perfecto. La calma del desierto, la hospitalidad beduina y la comida tradicional hicieron que fuera una experiencia increíblemente relajante y enriquecedora.
  
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   Liam J 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Black and white desert feels like a dream
Oh my god, it was just like a dream. The company itself is very friendly, easy to reach, the trip was just wonderful the only downside is the road is long but it was still joyful I got to know new people, the tour guide was friendly The food there was just wonder
  
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   Murray D 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Fayoum is amazing
Started the day with a really clean and elegant car, with so nice tour guide as I didn't expect compared to other tours I did before The ride was smooth and the fun was all the day there Exploring waterfalls in Egypt, which I didn't expect at all The food was amazing and so tasty. I would definitely do it again
  
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   Youssef M 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Unforgettable Egyptian experience
Had an amazing time on this tour with Ess! He is an amazing tour guide and as a foreigner made me feel so comfortable. He went above and beyond to get some unforgettable and unique pictures. If you are looking for some pics for the gram or amazing story telling he is the tour guide for you.
  
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   Whitney O 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Perfect tour guide
I had an amazing experience with my tour guide and driver! From start to finish, Es was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the destination. They made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged, sharing fascinating insights that brought the location to life. Our driver, Mo Squeeze, was just as fantastic, expertly navigating the chaotic streets of Egypt with skill and ensuring our journey was both smooth and safe. Both Es and Mo went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience, and their enthusiasm was truly contagious. I highly recommend this tour to anyone, especially those lucky enough to have Es as their guide and Mo Squeeze as their driver!
  
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   Matt N 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Unforgettable Trip
Ess was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about Egyptian history, and he genuinely loved what he did. He made sure we had an unforgettable experience during our trip to Egypt. His driver, Mo, was also a great person and an excellent driver for navigating the winding streets of Egypt. If you want to have the best experience in Egypt, don’t hesitate to book Ess.
  
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   Javier G 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Incredible experience!
We went on tour to Giza pyramids, saqqara & Memphis city, this went beyond our expectations! Definitely recommending Tourzana Egypt. They were on time in Everything. 100% recommended.
  
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   Adam Y 
 
 
 
 
     Verified The Best Tour Guides in Cairo
10/10 experience from the beginning to end . Our day started with Mo and S picking us up from our hotel . Mo was the designated driver, his driving ability made us feel very safe driving through a hectic driving scene of Cairo. S was our tour guide who spoke both English and Arabic. They made sure we got breakfast before we started our long day. The plan for the day was to the visit the pyramids , camel ride , ATV ride and dinner . I was surprised from how much I learned on this day trip , S our tour guide is very knowledgeable with Egyptian history and taught us about the evolution of the pyramids and how Cairo formed into it what it is today . When we arrived to the pyramids S made sure we all gained entrance to the pyramids and protected us from getting scammed . After entering the pyramids he took us to our camel ride destination. We all had our own camel and paid the appropriate price . Following our camel ride we made our way to our ATV excursion. That experience was one of the best experiences ever. Following our very active day we made our way to a chicken shawarma place recommended by Mo and S . 10/10 experience all around . The tour guide duo made our day truly special and I recommend them to everyone visiting Cairo .
  
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   Juan Z 
 
 
 
 
     Verified The best Tour guide experience I’ve ever had
Ess was such a great guide, he was very knowledgeable about the history of Egypt and had a great plan for our entire day throughout Cairo & Giza.
  
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   Justin R