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Alexandria Day Tours from Cairo and Within the City

Private tours of Egypt’s Mediterranean city, about 2.5 hours from Cairo. An Alexandria day tour from Cairo starts at $85 per person, with round-trip transport, a licensed Egyptologist and entry fees. Day trips from Alexandria to Rosetta or Wadi El Natrun start at $70.

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ExploreFrom CairoRosettaEl AlameinWadi El NatrunShore excursionsSlow tourism

Alexandria at a glance

How long to stay, when to go and what it costs.
From Cairo220 km, about 2.5 hoursBy private car on the desert road, or 2 hours by express train.
Day tour8 to 10 hours door to doorLeave Cairo at 7 to 8 am, back in the evening.
Best timeSpring and autumn20 to 28 °C. Summer has sea breezes, and winter is mild.
PricesFrom $70 per personTransport, guide and entry fees included.

Alexandria day tours

All private, with hotel or port pickup.
Cairo Day Tour from Alexandria

Cairo Day Tour from Alexandria

10 Hours
Availability : Every Day
On this Cairo day tour from Alexandria, immerse yourself in ancient Egyptian civilization. Begin at the Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Learn about their construction, capture breathtaking photos from the panoramic viewpoint, and see the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Optional activities include camel rides and touring inside the pyramids. Continue to the Egyptian Museum, which houses over 120,000 artifacts, including the Grave Mask of Amenemope and the Narmer Palette. Conclude with a return to your Alexandria hotel.
Start From$110
One of the monasteries inside Wadi El Natrun

Wadi El Natrun Tour from Alexandria

8 hours
Availability : Every Day
Journey to Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria and delve into the roots of monasticism. Start at Deir al-Baramus, the oldest and most remote of the surviving monasteries. Proceed to Deir Anba Bishoi, where the preserved body of the saint remains. Conclude with a stop at Deir El-Suryani, the smallest and best-preserved monastery. Return to your hotel in Alexandria with a deeper understanding of this historic site.
Start From$70
Entrance to the Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria, Egypt

Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria

8 hours
Availability : Every Day
Take a trip to Rosetta from Alexandria and immerse yourself in its rich history. Start at the Rosetta Museum, highlighting the French invasion and Napoleon's expedition. Stroll through streets adorned with 18th-century Islamic architecture. See the Citadel of Qaitbay, the site where the Rosetta Stone was found. Enjoy the view of the Nile meeting the sea before returning to Alexandria.
Start From$70
Alamain Day Trip from Alexandria

Alamain Day Trip from Alexandria

6 Hours
Availability : Every Day
Visit Alamein City, including the War Museum with its WWII artifacts and military history, followed by a stop at the Commonwealth and German Cemeteries. Return to your Alexandria hotel to conclude the day.
Start From$140
Workers extracting honey in the apiary

Beekeepers life in Edku , Tears of Ra

6 Hours
Availability : Every Day
At the Golden Bees Garden, savor a honey-infused breakfast with traditional countryside dishes in an eco-friendly setting. Proceed to Younes Honey Apiary to engage in beekeeping activities, taste artisanal honey, and wander through a vibrant garden. After lunch, head to Rasheed for a walking tour of its artistic district, bustling markets, and local flavors. Delve into honeybee legends with a storytelling session and craft dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
Start From$90

Top things to do in Alexandria

The highlights our guides take guests to most.
Lighthouse siteQaitbay CitadelA 1477 fortress built on the exact spot of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.Read the guide →RomanCatacombs of Kom El ShoqafaThree storeys of tombs mixing Egyptian and Greco-Roman art like nowhere else.Read the guide →LibraryBibliotheca AlexandrinaThe modern Library of Alexandria, a tilted granite disc facing the sea.Read the guide →MonumentsPompey’s Pillar and the Roman TheatreA 27-metre granite column and the only Roman amphitheatre in Egypt.Read the guide →Day tripRosettaThe town of the Rosetta Stone, with Ottoman houses where the Nile meets the sea.Rosetta tour →Day tripEl AlameinThe Second World War museum and memorials on the coast.El Alamein trip →

How booking works

1

Pick your tours

Choose from the Alexandria tours above, or tell us the sights on your list.

2

We plan your days

Attarious and his team combine your sights into the right number of days and send a written price.

3

Hotel pickup

Your guide and driver collect you from your hotel and look after the whole day.

What travellers say

5.0 on TripAdvisor · 1,050+ reviews

★★★★★Everything was planned and executed from arrival to departure.

Patti D · Family
★★★★★An amazing experience, only made better by our fantastic guide Manal. She really helped us understand the true history of Egypt.

Mark A · Solo traveller
★★★★★I sent an outline of my plans. Soon I received a ready-made plan that fully met our expectations.

Joanna · Solo female traveller

Frequently asked questions

What travellers ask us about Alexandria.

How much does an Alexandria day tour from Cairo cost?

Our private Alexandria day tour from Cairo starts at $85 per person, including round-trip transport, a licensed guide and entry fees. Groups pay less per person.

How far is Alexandria from Cairo?

About 220 km, roughly 2.5 hours by private car or 2 hours on the express train.

Can I visit Alexandria as a day trip from Cairo?

Yes. We leave Cairo between 7 and 8 am, reach Alexandria by about 10, tour through the afternoon and return to Cairo in the evening.

What are the must-see sites in Alexandria?

The Qaitbay Citadel, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Pompey’s Pillar, with a seafood lunch by the harbour.

Do you run tours for cruise passengers?

Yes. We meet guests at Alexandria port and plan the day around the ship’s all-aboard time. See our Alexandria shore excursions.

Is Alexandria worth visiting?

Yes. Its Greek, Roman and Mediterranean history is completely different from Cairo and Luxor, which makes it a great contrast on any Egypt trip.

Plan with our travel guides

SitesQaitbay Citadel in AlexandriaSitesRoman Theatre in AlexandriaCruiseAlexandria shore excursions

Alexandria tour prices

Starting prices per person for private tours.
Alexandria tourFrom
Rosetta day tour from Alexandria$70
Wadi El Natrun monasteries from Alexandria$70
Alexandria day tour from Cairo$85
Beekeepers of Edku$90
Cairo day tour from Alexandria$110
El Alamein day trip$140