Over-Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Road

Experience the charm and history of Egypt’s Mediterranean gem on this private over-day trip to Alexandria from Cairo. Designed for travelers seeking comfort, flexibility, and personalized exploration, this journey offers a perfect blend of ancient sites, coastal beauty, and vibrant city life.

Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle, and you’ll enjoy a scenic drive along the Nile Delta and the Egyptian countryside toward Alexandria. Upon arrival, explore the city’s most iconic landmarks, including:

• The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a unique blend of Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman architectural styles.
• The Pompey’s Pillar, a towering Roman monument in the heart of the city.
• The Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Enjoy a stroll along the Mediterranean Corniche, take in the sea breeze, and, time permitting, visit Alexandria’s renowned library of Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern architectural masterpiece honoring the city’s ancient intellectual legacy. After a day of sightseeing, relax during the scenic drive back to Cairo, arriving in the evening with memories of a full day immersed in Alexandria’s history, culture, and coastal beauty.