ScheduleDurationPickup Time
EverydayApprox. 7-8 hoursDepends on your Cruise ship arrival

  

✨ Tour Highlights

  • Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
  • Pompey’s Pillar
  • Roman Amphitheater
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  • Manuscripts Museum
  • Citadel of Qaitbay
  • Old Harbor of Alexandria
  • Saint Mark’s Church
  • Abbo El Abbas Mosque
  • Historic city center
  • Local lunch experience

 

Tour Prices:

Single2- 3 Persons4-6 Persons7-15 Persons
199 $130 $99 $85 $

 

Join a Small Group (16-35) Per Person $ 75

Included:

  • Pick up services from Alexandria port & return.
  • all transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Egyptologist Guide.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
  • Lunch at local restaurant (drinks not included).
  • All Service charges & taxes.

Excluded:

  • Tipping (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages during lunch
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

 

Experience the very best of Alexandria in one perfectly planned day. From underground catacombs and Roman ruins to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Citadel of Qaitbay, this private shore excursion offers a seamless journey through the city’s extraordinary past and present.

Your WOW TOURS EGYPT guide will be waiting for you inside Alexandria Port or outside the main gate according to port procedures, holding a sign with your name. After a warm welcome, you’ll begin a comfortable journey through Alexandria, a city that has stood at the crossroads of civilizations for more than two thousand years.

Your exploration begins at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most extraordinary archaeological treasures. Descending beneath the city streets, you’ll discover a fascinating blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences that reflects Alexandria‘s unique cultural identity during antiquity.

A short drive brings you to Pompey’s Pillar, one of the largest ancient monuments still standing in Egypt. Rising above the ruins of the ancient Serapeum, it offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Roman Alexandria.

Your journey then takes you to Saint Mark’s Church, regarded as the oldest church in Africa and one of the most important Christian landmarks in Egypt. Its history reflects Alexandria‘s role as one of the earliest centers of Christianity.

The journey continues to the Roman Amphitheater, where marble seating, ancient columns, and archaeological remains provide insight into daily life during Alexandria‘s Roman period. Here, the stories of scholars, merchants, and citizens begin to bring the ancient city to life.

From Alexandria’s ancient past, the experience transitions into its modern intellectual legacy at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Built as a tribute to the legendary ancient Library of Alexandria, this striking cultural landmark symbolizes the city’s enduring connection to knowledge and learning.

Continuing through the heart of Alexandria, you’ll pass through the historic city center, where elegant architecture and bustling streets reflect the city’s cosmopolitan heritage. Along the way, your guide will share stories of the communities and cultures that helped shape Alexandria‘s distinctive character.

Time now to enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, offering an opportunity to relax and savor the flavors of Alexandria before continuing your journey.

The Mediterranean comes into view as you arrive at the Citadel of Qaitbay, Built on the very site where the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood, the fortress offers spectacular coastal views and a powerful connection to the city’s maritime past. Nearby, you’ll enjoy views of Alexandria‘s old harbor, where trade, exploration, and cultural exchange once connected Egypt to the wider world.

The final chapter of your exploration introduces Alexandria‘s Islamic heritage at Abbo El Abbas Mosque. With its elegant domes, intricate architecture, and spiritual atmosphere, it stands as one of the city’s most beautiful and recognizable landmarks.

Throughout the day, every stop is carefully coordinated to provide a rich and balanced experience while maintaining a comfortable pace. At the end of your tour, you’ll return to Alexandria Port with ample time before your ship’s departure, ensuring a smooth and worry-free conclusion to your day.

Optional:

  • Enjoy a Camel ride at the pyramids area.
  • Enjoy a City tour in Alexandria by a horse carriage.
  • Enjoy a tour to Alexandria national Museum.
  • Enjoy a tour to Greek & Roman Museum.
  • Enjoy a tour to Alamein and World War II remains and cemeteries.
  • Enjoy a tour to Rosetta and the Egyptian countryside. 
  • Enjoy a tour to Pyramids and Egyptian Museum.
  • Enjoy a tour to Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum.
  • Enjoy a tour to Pyramids and National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
  • Enjoy a tour to Old Cairo and Alabaster Mosque.
  • Enjoy a tour to Siwa Oasis.
  • Enjoy a Foodie tour and taste the delicious Egyptian & oriental food.
  • Enjoy a Photo tour – Kodak time – and keep the best memories.
  • Enjoy a tour to the religious sites and feel the spiritual atmosphere.

📌 Notes:

  • passports
  • Tour timing is adjusted to your ship’s schedule
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Modest clothing is recommended for church and mosque visits
  • Sun protection is advised during warmer months
  • Return buffer time is always built into the itinerary

⭐ Why Choose WOW TOURS EGYPT for Your Alexandria Discovery Experience

  • Private, personalized shore excursion
  • Expert Egyptologist guide
  • Cruise-safe timing and planning
  • Seamless port pickup and return
  • Comfortable modern transportation
  • Proven reliability with cruise travelers
Two female travelers inside the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa beside an elaborately carved burial chamber in Alexandria.
Two travelers pose in front of Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, holding a WOW Tours Egypt sign during a guided tour. (SLIDE)
A group of travelers stands in front of Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, holding a WOW Tours Egypt sign during a guided tour. (Slide)
A couple poses with a WOW Tours Egypt sign in front of Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, under a bright blue sky.
A smiling couple holds a WOW Tours Egypt sign at Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, enjoying a relaxed visit by the Mediterranean coast.
A solo traveler sits overlooking Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, holding a WOW Tours Egypt sign with palm trees and the fortress in view.
Two guests smile at Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, holding a WOW Tours Egypt sign on a bright sunny day.
A guest holds a WOW Tours Egypt sign at the entrance of Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, with cannons and the fortress leading into view.
A guest raises a WOW Tours Egypt sign in front of Qaitbay Citadel entrance in Alexandria, Egypt, with the fortress and cannons behind.
The historic Qaitbay Citadel rises behind guests enjoying a guided tour in Alexandria, Egypt.
Guests enjoying a visit to Qaitbay Citadel, one of Alexandria's most iconic landmarks overlooking the Mediterranean coast.
Visitors enjoy an evening visit to Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, with the historic fortress illuminated by soft sunset light.
Visitors take in the impressive architecture of Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, during a guided sightseeing tour.
Couple holding WOW Tours Egypt sign beside a stone sarcophagus in the open area of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria
Guests exploring the historic Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria, Egypt, surrounded by ancient carvings and stone columns.
Guest inside the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa standing beside an ancient burial chamber decorated with Egyptian-style carvings in Alexandria.
Guest standing beside a decorated stone sarcophagus at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria.
Guests exploring the decorated burial chamber of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria.
Visitors inside the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa surrounded by ancient carvings and stone columns in Alexandria.
Two female travelers inside the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa beside an elaborately carved burial chamber in Alexandria.
Two female travelers posing beside a decorated Roman-era stone sarcophagus at Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria.
Visitors posing beside a decorated Greco-Roman sarcophagus at Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria
Guest posing with Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria, Egypt
Happy guests standing beside the ancient sphinx statue and Pompey’s Pillar in Alexandria.
Guests posing beside the ancient sphinx statue near Pompey’s Pillar in Alexandria.
Two travelers posing beside the ancient sphinx statue and Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria.
A couple standing beside the sphinx statue and Pompey's Pillar archaeological site in Alexandria.
Guest posing beside the ancient sphinx statue and Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria, Egypt.
Happy guests standing at the historic Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria, holding WOW TOURS EGYPT sign.
Smiling guests beside the ancient sphinx statue and Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria.
Guest standing beside the ancient sphinx statue and Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria.
Smiling guests hold a WOW Tours Egypt sign at Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, with the Egyptian flag waving above the fortress.
A group of guests enjoys golden hour at Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, holding a WOW Tours Egypt sign with the fortress behind them.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa burial chamber with ancient carvings in Alexandria, Egypt
Ancient stone sarcophagus at Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria featuring detailed Greco-Roman carvings.
Guests posing beside the Bibliotheca Alexandrina anniversary monument in Alexandria, Egypt.
Guest posing beside the Bibliotheca Alexandrina anniversary monument in Alexandria.
Couple posing beside the Bibliotheca Alexandrina anniversary monument in Alexandria.
Smiling couple posing beside the 20th anniversary sign at Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria, Egypt.
Two smiling female guests posing with a WOW TOURS EGYPT sign beside a statue at Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria.
Visitors watch the Sound and Light Show at Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt, as colorful projections illuminate the historic fortress at night.
The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt is illuminated during the Sound and Light Show, with projections of an ancient lighthouse and ship across its walls.
A Roman-style statue is projected onto Qaitbay Citadel during the Sound and Light Show in Alexandria, Egypt, as visitors watch at night.
Ancient Egyptian-style projections appear on Qaitbay Citadel during the Sound and Light Show in Alexandria, Egypt, with illuminated columns and a pharaonic figure.
A sailing ship with a glowing sail is projected onto Qaitbay Citadel during the Sound and Light Show in Alexandria, Egypt, with the sea illuminated in the background.
The ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria is projected onto Qaitbay Citadel during the Sound and Light Show in Alexandria, Egypt, casting a beam across the fortress walls.
Female guest posing beside the Alexander the Great equestrian statue on the Alexandria waterfront.
Decorated Roman-era sarcophagus displayed among the artifacts of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria.

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