Alexandria Day tour from Cairo: Discover Greco-Roman Civilization and Modern Architecture

Embark on a captivating day tour from Cairo to Alexandria and immerse yourself in the rich history and modern architecture of this vibrant city. Explore the Greco-Roman civilization, visit ancient catacombs and monuments, enjoy stunning sea views, and marvel at the unique architectural masterpiece of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Don’t miss the chance to…

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - which are considered one of the wonders of the middle ages, It’s the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of 3 levels cut into the rock dating back to the Greek period 200 years B.C
  • Pompey’s Pillar - You will see Pompay’s Pillar from outside.
  • Ancient Roman Amphitheater - The only known Roman amphitheater in…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Entrance fees to all the sites mentioned in the itinerary
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo by modern air-conditioned vehicle to explore Alexandria, Where you will discover the beauty and the Greco Roman civilization within a day-tour starting with visiting the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, You will see Pompay’s Pillar from outside. Then visit The only known Roman amphitheater in…

Location
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Kom Al Shokafa
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Robeko83
Mar 17, 2026
A day in Alexandria, Egypt - Starting with our ride from Cairo with Khalid, this was a delightful trip. The rest stop was timely and brief so we were able to meet with our guide “Mo,” in a timely fashion. Mo helped us to plan our day, then guided us through the Catacombs, the Roman Theater, and the Citadel. We were treated to a tasty meal of sea bass and rice at our restaurant by the Mediterranean Sea. I didn’t know much about Alexandria before this visit and am so glad we chose to take this tour! Even though we travelled in late March 2026, we felt safe and secure at all times! I would recommend this excursion to everyone!
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674narendrab
Mar 6, 2026
Wonderful day in Alexandria! - The Travelish Tours package to Alexandria was a great experience. Their package (Catacombs, Amphitheatre, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Jewellery Museum, Citadel) has something for everyone in the family. We got a very good car and an amazing driver. Beyond his superb driving skills, Yasir also spoke fluent English, was very knowledgeable about the fruits and vegetables grown enroute to Alexandria. We just did not feel the nearly 3 hour journey to be tedious. The main person who makes or breaks the package experience is the guide. And Norhan was really the best guide that we have met to date. She was very knowledgeable, highly enthusiastic and went a mile beyond to enhance our experience. She organised vegetarian food for us to be ready just as we reached the place. And despite the short working hours in Ramadan took us to the Royal Jewellery museum which is at a considerable distance because we were keen on it. And clicked a lot of our photos too! All in all - a great day in Alexandria with two wonderful people. Ask for them when you book with Travelish to make it a perfect package! Highly recommended.
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Brenzieb68
Feb 19, 2026
Alexandria worth a visit! - Our tour to Alexandria was nothing short of outstanding and truly a highlight of our trip to Egypt! Despite our flight from a previous tour being delayed, Momo was incredibly understanding and accommodating. He worked around our revised timeline seamlessly, ensuring we were still able to join and enjoy the experience without feeling rushed or missing out; his flexibility and professionalism set the tone for the entire day. Marwa, our guide, was absolutely fantastic attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and so much fun to be with. She brought Alexandria’s history and culture to life with her storytelling while making sure everyone felt engaged and comfortable throughout the tour. A special mention as well to our driver, Yasser, a great guy from pick-up to drop-off. He was punctual, courteous, and made the journey smooth and relaxing. Plus, lunch at The Fish Market was simply supreme; the fish was incredibly fresh and prepared to perfection, making it the ideal dining experience to complement such a wonderful day. All in all, this is one tour you simply should not miss on your trip to Egypt. Highly recommended!
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Yumarican
Feb 10, 2026
Great day trip from Cairo - Momo was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about his native city of Alexandria. We visited the catacombs as well as the Library of Alexandria and Roman colosseum. After the tour we had fresh seafood at a restaurant next to the mediterránian sea. We were picked up in our hotel in Cairo and the driver was very good with a stop half way for coffee. Expect a 2.5 hour drive from hotel in downtown Cairo.
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Melody
Feb 5, 2026
Alexandria is a great city to visit in Egypt. Places;people and food are amazing. Highly recommend anyone to visit! - Our first time in Egypt and we had visited the city called Alexandria . This city is the number 2 biggest in Egypt, a lot of history way back to B.C. Period. I love Alexandria and historical sites. So many places to see but can’t fit them in one day. So we 1st visited the Catacombs of Kom el Shqafa ; Alexandria -Al Marghani , Saw a lot of live chickens pigeons rabbits and ducks. in the local markets. Then we visited the ancient Roman Amphitheater. Such amazing view. And last we when to the Qaitbay Citadel . I really enjoyed the views. Lastly we ended our tour with seafood lunch by Shatbi Beach over see the Mediterranean Sea. It was a perfect way to end our tour! Thanks to Yasser picked us up from Cario, such a sweet guy! And thank you MoMo told the time to tell us the stories and history of Alexandria. I had a great time exploring Alexandria 🥰
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Z4217azmargaritac
Feb 2, 2026
Amazing experience - Amazing experience with Momo as guide. He customized the trip to better suit our interests. He is very knowledgeable and gave us plenty of time at the sites. Our driver was also impressive. We would highly recommend this tour and tour guide
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Ailinl2026
Jan 7, 2026
Wonderful experience - We had an amazing time in Alexandria and especially Luxor thanks to our guide Momo. He helped us arrange a 4 day plan to visit Luxor from Cairo.This included our flight, hotel, West Bank and East bank tours and our transportation. On top of that, he arranged all this for us in a very short period of time. Momo genuinely wanted to help us explore Egypt and make the most out of our time here. We really appreciate the effort he put in for us and therefore me and my family are very thankful. Momo is a great guide and great person. We were very happy to meet you, thankyou for everything! We wish you the best!
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Kaushal_s
Jan 1, 2026
Very nice day trip to Alexandria from Cairo - This was a good day trip from Cairo. The Citadel is a must-see in Alexandria - beautiful panoramic views from the rooftop. We also enjoyed the Royal Jewelry Museum - some beautiful pieces on display, especially the chess set. Our guide Noorhan and our driver Yasser were both excellent, and provided lots of interesting information about the places we visited.
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812kaushals
Jan 1, 2026
Great tour of Alexandria from Cairo - We had a great experience on this tour. Our driver Yasser was very friendly and explained things along the way. Our guide in Alexandria - Noorhan - was very knowledgeable and explained all the sights really well. She also chose a great place for lunch with great views of the Roman Amphitheater and ocean. Overall a great trip and would highly recommend
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Ernest_l
Jan 30, 2026
Good services and safe driver - The driver was very good and on time. During the entire trip, he was very helpful and consistent in his services. His driving skills was good and stable in Egypt driving conditions. Tour guide was flexible and might adjust his schedule according to your needs.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).