Excursion to Alexandria from Cairo: Full Day Tour
Theexcursion to Alexandria is one of the most interesting experiences to add to a trip to Egypt, especially for those who want to discover a city different from the classic pharaonic itinerary.
This tour of Alexandria combines history, culture and the Mediterranean: fortresses, library, catacombs and a walk along the seafront, with typical lunch and shopping time before departure to Cairo.
If you are looking for a trip to Alexandria from Cairo, this program is designed to offer a rich but well balanced day, with essential stages and convenient times to visit the most famous places of the city.
Why take a tour of Alexandria
Alexandria of Egypt is a city with unique charm: founded by Alessandro Magno, it was for centuries one of the main cultural centers of the ancient world.
Today, aexcursion to Alexandria from Cairo is perfect for those who want:
- visit a Mediterranean city with a different historical and cultural identity from the rest of Egypt
- discover iconic places like the Library of Alexandria and Kom el Shoqafa Catacomb
- Experience views of the sea, walks on the harbour and the famous promenade (Corniche)
- add a complete experience to your Cairo tour
Recommended route: Tour of Alexandria — full day
Below you will find a detailed and optimized itinerary for a excursion to Alexandria of a day, ideal for those who leave Cairo and return in the evening.
9:00 a.m. — Fort Qaitbay (Citadel of Qaitbay)
The day begins with the visit to Qaitbay Fort, one of the symbols of Alexandria. Built in the 15th century, it stands in an extraordinary historical point: on the ruins of the ancient Alexandria lighthouseOne of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Here you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Mediterranean, walk along the harbour and take panoramic photos in one of the most suggestive places of the city.
Indicative duration: approximately 1 hour
10:30 a.m. — Library of Alexandria (Bibliotheca Alexandrina)
Second stage: the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the most important cultural centres in the Middle East and symbol of the cultural revival of the city.
During the tour you can visit the main spaces, the exhibition areas and appreciate contemporary architecture, considered among the most interesting in Egypt.
The Library of Alexandria is a fundamental step in any tour of Alexandria, perfect for those who love history, culture and iconic places.
Indicative duration: about 1 hour and 30 minutes
12:00 — Kom el Shoqafa Catacomb
Let's continue towards the Kom el Shoqafa Catacomb, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the city.
It is a unique underground complex, famous for the extraordinary fusion of art Egyptian, Greek and Roman.
Visiting these catacombs during theexcursion to Alexandria It is a must for those who want to see a different side of Egypt, linked to the Hellenistic and Roman period.
Indicative duration: approximately 1 hour
1:30 p.m. — Typical lunch in Alexandria
After cultural visits, the typical lunch in a local restaurant, preferably with sea view. Alexandria is famous for its fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine rich in flavors.
- Fish Market (fresh fish with a view of the port)
- White and Blue – Greek Club (Greek-Alessandrin cuisine)
- Samakmak (fish and traditional Egyptian cuisine)
Indicative duration: about 1 hour and 30 minutes
15:30 — Walk on the Corniche of Alexandria
In the afternoon, after lunch, is the perfect time for a relaxing walk along the Frames of Alexandria, the long coastal road that accompanies the sea.
This stretch is ideal for enjoying the Mediterranean panorama, taking pictures and breathing the most authentic atmosphere of the city.
The Frames is one of the most pleasant stages of tour of Alexandria because it offers spectacular views and a lighter break after historical visits.
Shopping and return to Cairo
Before departure, it is possible to devote some time to shopping in Alessandria to buy souvenirs, typical products or just live the city from a more daily point of view.
At the end of the tour, departure and return to Cairo.
Excursion to Alexandria: who is recommended
- Who wants a trip to Alexandria from Cairo complete in one day
- who wants a tour between history, sea and culture
- who loves archaeological sites (catacombs) and great icons (Library)
- who wants to add a Mediterranean experience to their own trip to Egypt
Information and reservations
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