Alexandria Transit Tour from Borg El Arab Airport

Schedule: Daily Departures

Duration: Approximately 7 to 8 Hours

Pickup Time: Coordinated with your flight arrival time

Pickup & Drop-off: Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) or Alexandria Hotels (Guaranteed Timely Airport Return)

Tour Highlights

Turn your flight layover into an unforgettable Mediterranean exploration with a dedicated private transit tour of Alexandria. Meeting you directly at Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE), your private licensed Egyptologist guide and executive driver provide seamless door-to-door transportation, ensuring you explore world-class cultural institutions, classical Roman antiquities, and historic coastal landmarks before catching your connecting flight.

• Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Tour the monumental modern library complex, the open-air plaza featuring submerged statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, the Sadat Museum, and the Impressions of Alexandria Museum.
• Roman Amphitheatre (Kom El Dikka): Walk the marble tiers of the 4th-century Roman theater and view open-air displays of sunken pharaonic monuments raised from the Eastern Harbor.
• Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral: Visit the oldest Christian sanctuary in Africa, established in the 1st century AD.
• Historic Downtown & Souks: Drive through vintage quarters showcasing European and Mediterranean architecture, with a stroll through the vibrant alleys of Zan'et El Setat and the gold market.
• El Nabi Daniel & Abu El Abbas El Mursi Mosques: Discover spiritual landmarks rooted in ancient legend, historic scholars, and Islamic architecture.
• Citadel of Qaitbay & Old Harbor: Capture memorable photos outside the 15th-century maritime fortress erected on the foundation of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse.
• Montaza Palace & Royal Gardens: Stroll through the lush seaside pine gardens of King Farouk, see the Haramlek and Salamlek palaces, and cross the bridge to Tea Island.

Detailed Transit Tour Itinerary

Airport Meet & Greet: Welcome to Alexandria

• Your private Ramasside Tours tour coordinator and driver meet you inside Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) arrival hall holding a personalized sign with your name.
• Board a modern, climate-controlled executive vehicle and enjoy an efficient transfer toward Alexandria’s coastal center as your guide shares the historical background of the city.

Intellectual Landmarks & Classical Greco-Roman Heritage

• Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Begin at Alexandria’s architectural masterpiece. Walk through the granite open plaza to inspect statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I recovered from the sea floor. Tour the interior reading hall, the Sadat Museum, and the Impressions of Alexandria Museum.
• (Note: The library reading rooms are closed on Fridays and public holidays).
• Roman Amphitheatre (Kom El Dikka): Explore the 13 marble semicircular seating tiers, Roman residential mosaics, and the open-air courtyard displaying salvaged underwater sphinxes and architectural columns.
• Saint Mark’s Coptic Cathedral: Tour the historical foundation see of African Christianity to admire ancient icons and liturgical relics.

Old Town Bazaars, Coastal Heritage & Harborside Forts

• Downtown Historic Walking Tour: Walk through vintage downtown avenues featuring classic Italianate and French baroque facades.
• El Nabi Daniel Mosque: Visit the venerable historic mosque traditionally linked with scholars, religious lore, and ancient excavations searching for Alexander the Great’s tomb.
• Mansheya & Zan'et El Setat: Wander the pedestrian market lanes of Zan'et El Setat and the gold souk, sampling local sweets along the way.
• Lunch Break (Optional): Savor fresh Mediterranean seafood overlooking the water or enjoy authentic local dishes at Alexandria's historic dining establishment Mohamed Ahmed.
• Mosque of Abu El Abbas El Mursi (Photo Stop): Stop outside the city's grandest mosque, taking in its delicate Andalusian domes and the neighboring traditional fishing port where fishermen work on wooden skiffs and nets.
• Citadel of Qaitbay: Stop outside the 15th-century maritime fortress built directly atop the ruins of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—for classic seaside photo opportunities.

Royal Montaza Grounds & Return Airport Transfer

• Drive eastward along the Corniche, stopping briefly at The King of Mango for a glass of fresh seasonal juice and a photo stop at the Unknown Soldier Memorial.
• Montaza Palace Gardens: Explore 150 acres of royal coastal gardens once favored by King Farouk. View the Florentine-Ottoman styled Haramlek and Salamlek palaces, cross the stone bridge to Tea Island, and view the royal Mediterranean beaches.
• Stanley Bridge Drive: Drive across Alexandria’s modern architectural landmark suspension bridge for sweeping bay views.
• Settle back into your private vehicle for a smooth, stress-free return transfer to Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE), arriving well ahead of your connecting flight departure.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• Private round-trip airport transfers between Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) and Alexandria in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
• Entrance tickets to all scheduled itinerary sites (Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, and Montaza Gardens)
• Chilled bottled mineral water inside the vehicle
• All airport parking fees, highway tolls, service charges, and local taxes

Exclusions

• Entry visa to Egypt
• Optional lunch and personal beverages
• Professional vacation photographer add-on
• Gratuities / Tipping

Tour Add-ons & Transit Notes

Executive Luxury Van Upgrade

Upgrade your transit between Borg El Arab Airport and the city center to an executive luxury van featuring extra legroom, plush reclining seats, dual-zone climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and luggage storage.

Guaranteed Timely Airport Return

Our tour operations team tracks your outbound flight schedules in real time, adjusting transit times according to traffic flow to guarantee you return to Borg El Arab Airport with ample time for check-in and security boarding.

Professional Vacation Photographer

Hire a professional photographer to accompany your layover excursion and capture high-resolution portraits across Alexandria’s monuments and coastal bridges for $50 per day.

Footwear Recommendation

Flat, closed-toe walking shoes are strongly recommended for walking comfortably across ancient stone ruins and traditional market alleys.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For reservations, flight arrival coordinates, and private VIP upgrades, contact us at: [email protected]