Private Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo: Catacombs, Citadel etc
102615P6
102615P6
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Overview
Meet your guide at 7:00 AM at your hotel in Downtown Cairo or the Pyramids area, then begin your full-day tour of Alexandria. Travel in comfort on an air-conditioned bus while exploring the city’s rich history, from its ancient Egyptian roots to the Classical and Roman periods.
Start at the **Roman Theater in Kom El-Deka**, a beautifully preserved marble theater that once seated 800 spectators. Next, visit the **Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa**, a three-level necropolis dating from the 2nd century AD, blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles.
Conclude at the **Qaitbay Citadel**, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. After a day of discovery, relax on the return drive to Cairo and your hotel.
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Bottled water
- Professional art historian guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance tickets aren't included
Itinerary
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Alexandria
will meet you at 7 am at your accommodation in downtown Cairo or pyramids area, then we will start our tour. Explore the rich history of Alexandria; tracing time from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Classical period, to Roman times and beyond on an informative full-day tour from Cairo. Enjoy meet-and-greet service pick-up, and drop off from your Cairo hotel, and the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Begin the journey with a visit to the Roman theater in Kom El-Deka; a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators with galleries. Continuing, explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the 2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. See the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor, and also you visit Pompey pillar Concluding the tour, walk the ramparts of the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse. End this day of discovery with a relaxed evening drive back to Cairo, and your hotel.
8h Admission free -
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Alexandria
will meet you at 7 am at your accommodation in downtown Cairo or pyramids area, then we will start our tour. Explore the rich history of Alexandria; tracing time from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Classical period, to Roman times and beyond on an informative full-day tour from Cairo. Enjoy meet-and-greet service pick-up, and drop off from your Cairo hotel, and the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Begin the journey with a visit to the Roman theater in Kom El-Deka; a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators with galleries. Continuing, explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the 2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. See the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor, and also you visit Pompey pillar Concluding the tour, walk the ramparts of the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse. End this day of discovery with a relaxed evening drive back to Cairo, and your hotel.
8h Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
i will pick you up from your accommodation in down town cairo or Giza pyramids area
Schedule
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Today Roma took me to Alexandria and gave the best tour ever. She is very knowledgeable and the way she describes the stories will really have you intrigued. As we walk through the catacombs I definitely felt like I was in the ancient time, listening to her words about Greece and Egypt. We even drove past the Mediterranean Sea to get to the castle and that was beautiful. We got done a little early and she even took me to go shopping at a few places that were specifically authentic Egypt places. I so appreciate her and all of her effort that she put into makeing a great day in Alexandria and Cairo. Oh yeah Mohammadgot me and her some falafel sandwiches in Alexandria that were to die for yummy. Do not hesitate to book this excursion if you are trying to get away from the busy life of Cairo. Besides, who comes to Egypt to only learn about one city when there are so many more. And the driver, Mohammed is so respectful and a nice guy and he's a great driver, especially with the hustle and bustle of Egypt Roads. Overall, a great day with both of them and I would definitely do it again if I came back to Egypt..
From the moment of pick up from my B&B by Mohammad and Rahma from Amon Ra Tours, my journey to Alexandria became magical. The warmth and hospitality of both driver and guide were more than expected. I felt safe, welcomed, and part of an amazing adventure. Even though Rahma had done this trip so many times, I felt her excitement in showing me this city filled with history and splendour. Her knowledge of the sites we visited filled me with awe and took me back in time. This trip with Amon Ra Tours is an absolute must on your "Bucket List"
“My mom and I only did 2 1/2 days in Cairo and we used one of them to take this tour and it was definitely worth it! Our driver (Mohamed) was safe and quick and our guide (Hima) was knowledgeable and friendly. As two women touring alone we felt perfectly safe the entire time, even when an unforseeable car issue derailed our drive back to Cairo for a little bit. One thing I really appreciated was the communication leading up to the trip - the tour manager, guide, and driver all reached out via text so we never felt like we didn't know what was going on. We learned so much about an awesome ancient city and had a great day. Definitely recommend!”
The driver picked me up from my place in Cairo in a car with AC and took me to Alexandria, where we met up with the guide. There, he took me to the catacombes, theatre and citadel, where he told me their history in great detail. At the end, we went to the fish market, where he had a great lunch.
Amon Ra Tours has a really good team. I really recommend. You can go eyes close with them. Really nice people. They will give you the best experience
My day in Alexandria through Amon Ra tours was great! Wonderful security, great tour guide who is a pro at what he does. He is very time efficient and has a great agenda set up. Does a wonderful job in ensuring the group is together and is moving according to schedule. Would highly recommend
It was such a nice exploring Alexandria. We got to see some beautiful things with a very knowledgeable tour guide. I would recommend this tour to anyone who will be visiting Egypt.
My expérience was super amazing and out of this world. My guide Eslam is very knowledgeable and a great story teller who has a passion for his work. The service given was above what was requested as I had the privilege of being taking to shops that only an experienced local would know. In addition Eslam was open and it felt like a personally curated experience Thank you soo Much Mido and Eslam 💛💛💛💛
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 9h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 +1
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 102615P6
