1 day
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History & Culture
Family FriendlySee the essentials of Egypt’s Mediterranean capital in one private day tour. This Alexandria sightseeing route covers Roman underground tombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and an optional seafood stop on the Corniche.
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Explore Alexandria’s Roman underground history at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
See Pompey’s Pillar and learn how the ancient Serapeum shaped the city
Walk the sea-facing walls and courtyards of the Citadel of QaitbayVisit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria’s modern cultural landmark
Travel with a private guide, hotel transfers and bottled water includedAdd an optional seafood lunch on the Corniche with Mediterranean views
Tour typeBest forMain cityPickupDrop-offPace
Hotel pickup and drop-offPrivate guide for the dayEntrance fees to the listed sightseeing sitesLunch where included in your confirmed booking optionBottled water during the dayAll taxes and service chargesOptional activities or meals not confirmed in the programEgypt entry visaTipping and gratuitiesPersonal expensesDrinks beyond the bottled water provided during the dayA curated journey through Egypt's most iconic ancient wonders — pace, stops, meals and insider tips designed by our local experts.
Day 17 stopsAbout 30 minutes, depending on hotel locationMeet your private guide and driver at your hotel, then set out for a full day of Alexandria sightseeing. Your guide will outline the route and adjust the flow where needed for traffic and site access.
About 1 hourDescend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most atmospheric ancient sites. Expect cool underground air, carved burial chambers, a spiral stairway and details that blend Egyptian, Greek and Roman beliefs.
About 45 minutesContinue to Pompey’s Pillar, where your guide explains the remains of the ancient Serapeum area and the role Alexandria played under Roman rule. The site is open-air, so a hat and water are useful on bright days.
About 1 hourHead to the waterfront to explore the sea fortress at Qaitbay. Walk through stone passages and open courtyards while your guide connects the fort to the story of Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse and Mediterranean defenses.
About 1 hourPause along the Corniche for an optional seafood lunch. Your guide can help with a suitable restaurant, from grilled fish and shrimp to simpler local dishes if you prefer something lighter.
About 1 hourVisit the modern library by the sea, an important cultural stop with striking architecture and exhibition spaces. Your guide will help you focus on the most relevant areas for the time available.
Varies by hotel location and trafficReturn to your hotel after the final visit. If time and traffic allow, your guide may point out extra Corniche views during the drive without changing the core included program.
Meals are not included on this tour — your guide will recommend the best local spots.
Optional seafood lunch on the Corniche; included only if selected or confirmed in your booking option.
Cover 1 destination in one carefully-paced day — no rushed stops, no logistics to figure out.
Each stop is hand-selected and timed to avoid the crowds. Tap any attraction for the full visitor guide, opening hours and history.
A remarkable Roman-era underground burial complex where carved chambers, spiral stairs and Egyptian-Greek-Roman motifs show Alexandria’s layered identity.
A towering Roman column site with open-air ruins and traces of the Serapeum area, best understood with a guide who can explain what once stood here.
A 15th-century fortress on the Mediterranean waterfront, built near the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria and surrounded by sea views.
Alexandria’s modern library and cultural landmark, known for its dramatic circular reading room, exhibitions and contemporary architecture.
Pickup window: 07:30 – 08:30 AMWe pick you up from your hotel lobby. Exact time confirmed by email the day before. Airbnb and Nile Ritz-Carlton area pickups also available — just message us.
Egypt's sun is intense and most ancient sites are open-air. Pack light but bring these essentials.
Comfortable walking shoesLight, modest clothing suitable for city sightseeingHat, sunglasses and sunscreenA light layer for air-conditioned interiors or breezy waterfront stops
Charged phone or camera
Small cash for personal expenses and tipsAny personal medication needed during the dayThe free-cancellation window is not specified for this tour. Ozes will confirm the current cancellation terms before you pay.
Catacombs of Kom El ShoqafaPompey's PillarQaitbay CitadelBibliotheca AlexandrinaAlexandria CornichePlan with OzesWe start on WhatsApp so you can ask about dates, guide style, hotels, flights, children, pickup and route changes before anything is paid.
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Yes, this Alexandria day tour is private, with hotel pickup, drop-off and a guide for your group only.
The tour usually takes a full day, with timing shaped by your hotel location, Alexandria traffic and the pace at each site.
Yes, entrance fees to the listed sites are included in the tour unless Ozes confirms a different option before booking.
The seafood lunch on the Corniche is optional unless it is included in your confirmed booking option.
Wear comfortable walking shoes because the catacombs have steps and uneven surfaces, and Qaitbay Citadel includes stone walkways.
Yes, the tour is suitable for families, but the catacombs may be less comfortable for very young children or anyone who dislikes enclosed underground spaces.
The order can change depending on traffic, site conditions and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina’s visitor schedule.
Bring modest clothing, sun protection, a charged phone and any personal medication you may need during a full day out.
