Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour

  • Alexandria
  • 0 booked
  • Duration: 7 Hours
  • Language: English

Overview

Experience the history and cultural heritage of Alexandria on a private guided day tour designed to showcase the city’s most famous attractions. Founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria has a unique character where ancient Greek and Roman history meets Egyptian and Mediterranean culture.

Your day begins with pickup from your hotel or port in Alexandria in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by your professional guide, explore the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina and learn about Alexandria’s famous ancient library and its importance in the city’s history.

Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most fascinating archaeological sites, where Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic traditions come together. Visit the impressive Roman Amphitheater and see its marble remains and ancient mosaic floors before continuing to the historic waterfront.

Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, a remarkable 15th-century fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and enjoy beautiful views of Alexandria’s coastline. You will also visit the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, one of the city’s most famous Islamic landmarks.

With private transportation, an expert guide, and a flexible itinerary, this Alexandria sightseeing tour offers a comfortable way to discover the city’s major attractions in one day.


Highlights

  • Enjoy a private full-day Alexandria sightseeing tour
  • Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  • Explore the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
  • Discover the Roman Amphitheater and its mosaic floors
  • Visit the historic Citadel of Qaitbay
  • Admire the architecture of the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
  • Enjoy a flexible private itinerary
  • Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup and drop-off from your Alexandria hotel or port

What’s Included

  • Private transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel or port pickup and drop-off in Alexandria
  • Professional licensed tour guide, if selected
  • Entrance fees to the listed attractions, if the entrance-ticket option is selected
  • Lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant, if the lunch option is selected
  • Bottled water
  • All applicable service charges and taxes

What’s Excluded

  • Entrance fees if the entrance-ticket option is not selected
  • Tour guide if the guide option is not selected
  • Lunch if the lunch option is not selected
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities

Why Choose This Tour?

Private Experience: Enjoy the tour with your own private vehicle and guide without joining a large group.

Top Alexandria Attractions: Discover a carefully selected combination of ancient archaeological sites, historic landmarks, and modern attractions.

Expert Local Guide: Learn about Alexandria’s history, architecture, and culture from a professional licensed guide.

Comfortable Transportation: Travel between attractions in a modern private air-conditioned vehicle.

Flexible Schedule: The private format allows for a more comfortable pace throughout the day.


Trip Info

Tour Type: Private Guided Day Tour

Duration: Full Day

Departure: 9:00 AM

Location: Alexandria, Egypt

Pickup: Alexandria Hotel or Port

Transportation: Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle

Guide: Professional Licensed Tour Guide, if selected

Lunch: Local Egyptian restaurant, if selected

Entrance Tickets: Available as an optional package


Important Information

  • This is a private tour, so the itinerary can be arranged at a comfortable pace.
  • Entrance tickets are included only when the corresponding option is selected during booking.
  • A tour guide is included only when the guide option is selected.
  • Lunch is included only when the lunch option is selected.
  • The order of sightseeing may change depending on local conditions, opening hours, or traffic.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Please bring sun protection, especially during the warmer months.

What To Expect

Alexandria Highlights Tour

Your Alexandria day tour begins at approximately 9:00 AM with pickup from your hotel or port by your private air-conditioned vehicle. Meet your professional licensed tour guide and begin your sightseeing adventure through Alexandria.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Start your tour with a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria’s famous modern library and cultural center. Discover the impressive contemporary architecture and learn about the history and legacy of the ancient Library of Alexandria.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Admission Ticket: Not Included unless the selected option includes entrance fees

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an important archaeological site dating mainly to the Roman period. Explore the underground chambers and discover the fascinating combination of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic influences found throughout the complex.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour

Admission Ticket: Not Included unless the selected option includes entrance fees

Citadel of Qaitbay

Continue to the Mediterranean waterfront and visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, one of Alexandria’s most recognizable historic landmarks. Built in the 15th century, the fortress stands on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy time to explore the exterior and surroundings while taking in views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour

Admission Ticket: Not Included unless the selected option includes entrance fees

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Take a break for lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant and enjoy traditional Egyptian dishes. The lunch option is available depending on the package selected.

Lunch: Not Included unless the selected option includes lunch

Ancient Roman Amphitheater

After lunch, continue to the Ancient Roman Amphitheater, one of Alexandria’s important Roman-era archaeological remains. See the marble seating areas and the preserved mosaic flooring while learning about the role of the site in ancient Alexandria.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour

Admission Ticket: Not Included unless the selected option includes entrance fees

Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi

End your sightseeing with a visit to the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, one of Alexandria’s most famous Islamic landmarks. Admire its elegant architectural details and learn about the historical and religious importance of the mosque in the city.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Admission Ticket: Not Included unless the selected option includes entrance fees

Return to Your Hotel or Port

After completing your Alexandria sightseeing tour, relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle as you are transferred back to your hotel or port, marking the end of your full-day private tour.

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FAQs
  • Yes. The tour is arranged as a private experience with private transportation. A professional guide can also be included depending on the option selected.

  • Entrance fees are included only if you select the entrance-ticket option when booking. Otherwise, admission fees are paid separately.

  • Lunch is included only with the option that specifically includes lunch. Drinks and additional personal orders are not included.

  • Yes. Pickup and drop-off can be arranged from Alexandria Port as well as hotels or other suitable locations in Alexandria.

  • The tour is designed as a full-day Alexandria sightseeing experience. The exact duration may vary depending on traffic, attraction opening times, and the pace of the tour.

  • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended. Modest clothing is advisable when visiting religious sites such as the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi.

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