Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo by Private Car with Guide

After pickup from your Cairo hotel, relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle as you travel to Alexandria. Begin your visit at the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the largest libraries in the world, now home to over 8 million books. Explore the President Sadat Museum and admire the open court, where you’ll find impressive statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, both discovered underwater near Alexandria. Your guide will explain the unique architectural design of the library from the outside, with time for photo stops to capture this modern wonder. Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays. Entry to the reading area requires an additional ticket.

Continue your journey with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt. Descend underground to explore three levels of tombs and chambers carved directly into the rock, blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles. Inside, your guide will explain the fascinating history and symbolism behind the catacombs, which date back to the 2nd century AD. This site is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages and offers a unique glimpse into Alexandria’s multicultural past.

Opposite the mosque, you’ll find the Corniche and the old harbor, where colorful fishing boats line the waterfront and local fishermen can be seen casting nets or repairing them by hand. It’s the perfect spot for authentic photos that capture the spirit of Alexandria. From there, continue to the exterior of the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, built on the very site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This spectacular fortress overlooking the Mediterranean is a highlight of the city and a fantastic photo stop.

The car will then take you to the Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, the largest and most beautiful mosque in Alexandria, with its stunning domes and intricate Islamic architecture. You’ll have time for a photo stop to admire its grandeur before taking a short walk past the oldest funfair in Egypt, a charming glimpse into the city’s local traditions and cultural life.