Alexandria Day Tours
Alexandria day trip
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Tour Overview
The Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour offers a meaningful journey from Egypt’s bustling capital to the Mediterranean city that once shaped the ancient world. Designed for travelers who want to experience Alexandria in one well-planned day, this private tour combines history, architecture, and local life without rushing or overwhelming the schedule.
Your Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour begins with a comfortable private pickup from your hotel or airport, followed by a scenic drive to Alexandria, the legendary city founded by Alexander the Great. Once you arrive, the experience unfolds with a guided visit to the modern Alexandria Library, an architectural landmark inspired by the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria and the sun god Amun-Ra. The library stands as a cultural revival of Alexandria’s intellectual legacy, even when viewed from outside on closure days.
As the tour continues, you explore Alexandria’s spiritual diversity through landmarks that reflect centuries of history. The Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour includes stops at Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, one of the city’s most impressive Islamic monuments, and El Nabi Daniel Mosque, a historic site surrounded by mystery and local traditions. You also visit the Church of St. Mark, believed to be the first Christian church established in Africa, highlighting Alexandria’s role in early Christian history.
Midday, the Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour allows time to relax and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. This break offers a taste of Egyptian cuisine while taking in the coastal atmosphere that defines Alexandria’s charm.
The journey continues with views of the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the original site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Although visited from the outside, the citadel remains one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and a powerful symbol of medieval Islamic defense architecture. Later, you explore Montaza Gardens, once the royal retreat of King Farouk, where landscaped gardens, seaside views, and historic palaces create a peaceful contrast to the city center. On the return drive, you pass Stanley Bridge, a modern symbol of Alexandria connecting past and present.
By the end of the Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour, you return comfortably to Cairo with a deeper understanding of Alexandria’s layered identity—ancient, religious, royal, and modern—all experienced in one carefully curated day.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo (Real Life)
This is a private tour, We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or hotel in Alexandria, Borg El Arab International Airport in a private vehicle and drive you to Alexandria. the second most important city in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC, and which was one of the most important cultural and commercial centers of antiquity.
We will start our tour by visiting…
Alexandria library
we will visit the new Alexandria Library, whose design refers to the god Amon Ra and the Alexandria Lighthouse. In addition to several libraries, there is a planetarium, three museums, a laboratory and a printing press.
Note: The library is closed both on Friday and Saturday (can only be seen from outside).
Abu al-Abbas mosque
We will also pass by the beautiful Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, a marvel of architecture built between the years 1929-1945 influenced by the buildings of ancient Egypt in Cairo. Then Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.
Lunch
After midday we will take a break and have lunch in a restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean, to replenish our energy. The meal usually consists of Egyptian dishes and options that include dishes with meat, rice, and salads (drinks are not included)
Citadel of Qaitbay
From outside we will also see the Citadel of Qaytbay which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs ( Light House ) of Alexandria, a defensive fortress built in 1480 by Ashraf Abu Al-Nasr Saif El-Din Qaitbay, a slave who became a sultan.
El Nabi Daniel Mosque
The mosque of the Prophet Daniel, whose establishment and name have long been a mystery as long as scholars and researchers in history have been puzzled, among many woven accounts among the public.
The mosque, which was established in the eighteenth century, is currently located on a street bearing its name connecting the two areas of Raml Station and Egypt Station in the center of Alexandria.
Church of St. Mark
Saint Mark came to Alexandria in the year 61 AD during the reign of the Roman Nero, he was credited with establishing the first church in all of Egypt in Alexandria as he established the Alexandria Theological Seminary and is considered the first theological institute in the history of Christianity, as well as facing pagan thought and various philosophies.
Montaza Gardens
Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden (all romantic couples and families go there) you will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk (the last king in the history of Egypt) and see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek as well as walk along the famous Montaza bridge and reach the Tea Palace island and see the royal beaches of the queens. On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria.
After the tour, we will take you back to the hotel in Cairo.
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Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $60 |
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| Duration | 1 day |
| Pickup & drop-off | Your Hotel in Alexandria or Borg El Arab International Airport |
| Availability | Every day |
| Tour category | Alexandria Day Tours |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour typically lasts a full day, including travel time from Cairo, sightseeing in Alexandria, lunch, and the return journey.
Yes, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to see Alexandria’s main highlights in one day without worrying about logistics or navigation.
Yes, the tour includes a private English-speaking Egyptologist guide who provides historical context and personalized explanations throughout the day.
The Alexandria Library is included in the Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour. On Fridays and Saturdays, it is viewed from the outside due to closure.
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea is included, offering a relaxing break during the tour.
All transportation for the Cairo to Alexandria Day Tour is provided in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel or airport pickup and drop-off.
