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Private Tour • 6 Hours

Day Tour to Alexandria City

Leave your cruise ship in port and discover Alexandria’s historic highlights, including Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Duration: 6 Hours Schedule: Daily Location: Alexandria Pickup: Your Cruise Ship
Duration6 Hours
ScheduleDaily
Tour LocationAlexandria
Pickup LocationYour Cruise Ship
Tour TypePrivate
Alexandria Highlights

Mediterranean History & Coastal Landmarks

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About This Tour

Discover Egypt’s Second City from Alexandria Port

Enjoy a private six-hour shore excursion from Alexandria Port and discover some of the city’s best-known landmarks, including Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Lunch at a local restaurant is included before your return to the cruise ship.

Duration6 Hours
DestinationAlexandria
Tour StylePrivate
PickupAlexandria Port
Tour Itinerary

Your Alexandria Shore Excursion

A private shore excursion from Alexandria Port covering the city’s main historical and cultural landmarks.

STEP 1

Pickup from Alexandria Port

Your guide and driver will meet you at Alexandria Port by the cruise exit door and begin your private city tour.

STEP 2

Pompey’s Pillar

Visit Pompey’s Pillar, a monumental Roman column associated with the Serapeum and constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian.

STEP 3

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most important Roman archaeological sites, with three levels cut into the rock.

STEP 4

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria before continuing the sightseeing program.

STEP 5

Qaitbay Citadel

Visit Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

STEP 6

Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Return to Port

Continue to Bibliotheca Alexandrina, then transfer back to your cruise ship at Alexandria Port.

Why You'll Love This Trip

A Classic Alexandria Shore Experience

A comfortable private port excursion combining archaeology, Mediterranean heritage and Alexandria’s most famous landmarks.

Visit Pompey’s Pillar, one of Alexandria’s best-known Roman monuments.
Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the city’s famous multi-level Roman burial complex.
See Qaitbay Citadel on the Mediterranean waterfront.
Visit Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern library inspired by Alexandria’s ancient scholarly legacy.
Enjoy convenient pickup and return directly from Alexandria Port.
Travel privately with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transportation.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria is included in the tour.
What’s Included

Everything Included in Your Alexandria Shore Tour

Your tour package includes the services and admissions listed in the program details provided.

Included in Your Journey

  • Pickup services from Alexandria Port and return
  • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites
  • Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
  • Lunch meal at a local restaurant
  • All service charges and taxes

Not Included

  • Any extras not mentioned in the program
  • Tipping kitty
Pricing & Packages

Choose Your Group Size

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person.

1 Traveller$289USD per person
2 Travellers$189USD per person
3 Travellers$169USD per person
4 Travellers$149USD per person
5 Travellers$139USD per person

Pricing Information

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays.

Children’s Policy

  • 0 - 5.99 years: Free of charge
  • 6 - 11.99 years: Pay 50% of tour price
  • 12+ years: Pay full tour price as per adult person
Booking & Inquiries

Ready to Discover Alexandria from Your Cruise Ship?

Send us your cruise date and number of travelers. Our team will contact you to confirm the pickup timing and final arrangements.

Private tour • Daily • Pickup and return at Alexandria Port
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