From Alexandria Port : Overnight Tour to Cairo & Alexandria
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
enjoy a private guided tour of the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum. Then, explore Alexandria's Catacombs, Citadel, and Bibliotheca before returning to your cruise from Alexandria Port.
Overview
This 2-day tour from Alexandria to Cairo suits history enthusiasts interested in Egypt’s ancient monuments and museums, with private transfers and guided visits.
Highlights
- Visit the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple
- Explore the Egyptian Museum's extensive collection of artifacts
- Overnight stay in Cairo with optional Nile dinner cruise
- Discover Alexandria's Catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel
- Tour the Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Itinerary
Day 1: Pyramids and Egyptian Museum
Upon arrival at Alexandria Port, you will be greeted by an agent holding a sign with your name. Then, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo, with a rest stop if required.
In Cairo, visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, a colossal statue from the reign of Pharaoh Chephren, followed by the nearby Valley Temple.
Next, explore the Egyptian Museum, housing over 250,000 artifacts from the Pharaonic era, dating back 5,000 years. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before transfer to your hotel.
Optional activities include a two-hour Nile dinner cruise or the Sound and Light show at the Pyramids.
Day 2: Alexandria Tour
After breakfast, transfer back to Alexandria by private vehicle. Visit the Catacombs, a Roman cemetery discovered in 1900 after extensive excavation.
Continue to the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Explore the interior of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina library.
Your guide will then accompany you to Alexandria Port for your onward journey.
Note: Entry to the interior of the Great Pyramid is not included but tickets are available for purchase on site. During Eid el Adha (May 26–29), the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed and replaced by a visit to the Romanian Theatre for Alexandria tours including the library.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off at Alexandria Port
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- One night hotel accommodation in Cairo
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites (excluding pyramid interior)
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Shopping tour in Cairo
- Bottled water during transfers
- All service charges and taxes
Excludes
- Any extras not listed in the itinerary
- Optional tours such as Nile cruise or Sound and Light show
- Tipping
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book early to secure preferred hotels. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a valid ID for entrance tickets. The best time to visit is in the cooler months from October to April.
