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From Cairo: Alexandria Private Day Tour with Guide and Lunch

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From Cairo: Alexandria Private Day Tour with Guide and Lunch
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Duration
8 hours - 12 hours
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Languages
English
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Cancellation
Free 24h before

Overview

On a full-day private tour from Cairo, you'll explore the historic city of Alexandria with a knowledgeable guide. You’ll visit iconic landmarks including the Qaitbay Citadel, where you can learn about its role in the city’s maritime history, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa with their Roman‑era burial chambers, and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina with its striking architecture and cultural significance. As you move through these sites, your guide will provide historical context and local insights. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a lunch on the Mediterranean coast, offering time to relax and sample local flavours by the sea. The tour combines major archaeological and cultural highlights with moments to take in Alexandria’s coastal atmosphere, giving you a rounded sense of the city’s past and present.

Highlights

  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup

What's included

  • Egyptologist guide
  • Local lunch
  • Transport by air-conditioned car
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Any other services
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?
8 hours - 12 hours
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Egyptologist guide · Local lunch · Transport by air-conditioned car · Hotel pickup and drop-off
4,979 EGP/ per person
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  • ↩️ Free cancellation up to 24h before
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