Alexandria Day Tour | Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar & Qaitbay | Egypt Tours Club

Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour

  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour
  • Alexandria Exepedtion Private Tour

ALEXANDRIA DAY TOUR

Alexandria Day Tour | Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar & Qaitbay Citadel

Explore Alexandria on a private historical and sightseeing day tour with an Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to the listed attractions, lunch at a local restaurant and private air-conditioned transportation, starting and ending at your hotel in Alexandria.

Approximately 10 Hours Private Egyptologist Guide Alexandria Hotel Pickup & Return

Tour Experience Overview

Begin your cultural journey directly from your hotel in Alexandria and explore a city shaped by Egyptian, Greek, Roman and medieval influences. Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, visit Pompey’s Pillar and the archaeological remains of the Serapeum, then continue to the seaside Citadel of Qaitbay near the location traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant during the sightseeing program before returning privately to your hotel.

Quick Tour Facts

Tour Duration Approximately 10 Hours
Tour Type Private Full-Day Tour
📍
Pickup From the Lobby of Your Hotel
🏨
Return To Your Hotel
🎓
Guide Private Egyptologist
🎟
Entrance Fees Listed Attractions Included
🍽
Lunch Included at a Local Restaurant
🚐
Transportation Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle

Tour Highlights

  • Private pickup directly from your hotel in Alexandria.
  • Explore the underground Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
  • Visit Pompey’s Pillar and the archaeological remains of the Serapeum.
  • Discover the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay overlooking the Mediterranean.
  • Learn about Alexandria’s Egyptian, Greek, Roman and medieval heritage.
  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
  • Receive historical explanations from a private Egyptologist guide.
  • Return privately to your hotel after the sightseeing program.

What to Expect

  • Meet your private guide in the lobby of your hotel.
  • Travel between the attractions in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Entrance fees to the attractions listed in the standard itinerary.
  • Walk through archaeological sites with steps and uneven surfaces.
  • Descend into the underground levels of the Catacombs.
  • Enjoy Mediterranean views around Qaitbay Citadel.
  • Stop for an included local lunch during the sightseeing program.
  • Return privately to your hotel after the tour.

Alexandria Day Tour Itinerary

1

Pickup from Your Alexandria Hotel

Meet your private Egyptologist in the lobby of your hotel and begin the sightseeing program by private air-conditioned vehicle.

2

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Descend into one of Alexandria’s most remarkable underground archaeological complexes and explore burial chambers and passages combining Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences.

3

Pompey’s Pillar & the Serapeum

Continue to Pompey’s Pillar and explore the archaeological remains of the ancient Serapeum while learning about its Roman-period history and religious importance.

4

Qaitbay Citadel

Visit the 15th-century fortress overlooking the Mediterranean near the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

5

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy the included lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria during the sightseeing program.

6

Return to Your Hotel

After completing the Alexandria sightseeing experience, return privately to your hotel.

Additional Information

Included Services Private hotel pickup and return, private transportation, private Egyptologist, entrance fees to the listed attractions and lunch are included.
Footwear Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for archaeological sites, stone surfaces and steps.
Sun Protection A sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended.
Photography Follow the photography rules currently in force at each attraction.
Optional Library Visit The Bibliotheca Alexandrina may be added for an additional entrance fee and is closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Pickup & Return The tour starts from your confirmed Alexandria hotel or accommodation and finishes with a private transfer back to the same accommodation.
Operating Conditions The order of visits or access may change because of traffic, weather, official closures or site regulations.
Tour Scope The standard sightseeing program covers the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar and Serapeum, Qaitbay Citadel and local lunch.

Egypt Tours Club — Alexandria Day Tour — Turn Your Dream Into Reality
DAY TOUR

ALEXANDRIA DAY TOUR

Discover Alexandria’s essential historical landmarks on a private full-day experience. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum, and Qaitbay Citadel, enjoy an included local lunch, then return privately to your hotel in Alexandria.

01
Hotel Pick-Up

Meet Your Guide at Your Alexandria Hotel

At the confirmed pick-up time, your private Egyptologist guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel in Alexandria. Begin the tour in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

02
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
First Visit

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Descend into one of Alexandria’s most fascinating underground archaeological complexes. Explore burial chambers, passages and decorative details where Egyptian, Greek and Roman traditions blend together. Your private Egyptologist explains the history and cultural significance of this unique site.

03
Pompey’s Pillar and Serapeum
Pompey’s Pillar
Second Visit

Pompey’s Pillar & the Serapeum

Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, the monumental red-granite column overlooking the remains of the ancient Serapeum. Explore the site while your Egyptologist explains its religious, architectural and historical importance during Roman Alexandria.

04
Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the Mediterranean in Alexandria
Qaitbay Citadel
Third Visit

Qaitbay Citadel

Visit the impressive 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Discover the fortress and its strategic coastal setting close to the location traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

05
Local Lunch

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy the included lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria after exploring the city’s major historical attractions.

06
Return Transfer

Return to Your Alexandria Hotel

After completing your Alexandria sightseeing experience, relax during the private transfer back to your hotel.

Important: Wear comfortable walking shoes. The Catacombs include stairs and underground passages. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a sun hat. The order of visits may change according to traffic, weather, official opening schedules or operational conditions.
Egypt Tours Club — Alexandria Day Tour — Turn Your Dream Into Reality
Private Alexandria Day Tour Services

Included & Excluded

Review the services included in your private Alexandria sightseeing experience and the optional activities or personal expenses requiring separate payment.

Included

Services included in the standard tour
  • Meet and assist services throughout the tour.
  • Private pickup from your confirmed hotel or accommodation in Alexandria and private return after the sightseeing program.
  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the Alexandria tour.
  • Professional private Egyptologist tour guide.
  • Entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the standard itinerary, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum, and Qaitbay Citadel.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
  • Unlimited bottled water during the tour.
  • All service charges and local taxes.
×

Excluded

Services and personal expenses not included
  • Any attractions, visits or services not listed in the standard itinerary.
  • Entrance fee to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina when selected as an optional visit.
  • Drinks or additional beverages not specifically stated as included.
  • Personal expenses, shopping and souvenirs.
  • Tipping for the guide, driver or other service staff.

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
# Price
Solo Adult $ 120 /per adult
Group of (2-3) Adults $ 80 /per adult
Group of (4-6) Adults $ 70 /per adult
Group of (7-10) Adults $ 60 /per adult
Group of (11-more) Adults $ 50 /per adult
Child [age:6-11] $ 60 /per child
Infant [age:0-5] $ 0 /per infant
Student $ 60 /per student
Deposit

No deposit amount requested

User Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions