Schedule: Daily Departures
Duration: Approximately 5 to 6 Hours
Pickup Time: 09:00 AM (Customizable upon request)
Pickup & Drop-off: Alexandria Hotels or Alexandria Cruise Passenger Terminal (Private Round-Trip Transfer)
Tour Type: Private Chauffeured & Egyptologist-Guided Sightseeing Excursion
Tour Highlights
Immerse yourself in Alexandria’s Mediterranean elegance on a private, comprehensive city tour tracing the legacy of Alexander the Great. Spanning ancient Greco-Roman masterworks, early Christian foundations, traditional Ottoman-era market quarters, and royal seaside palaces, this itinerary captures the essence of Egypt’s second capital with private air-conditioned transport and dedicated Egyptologist guidance.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Admire the striking circular exterior disc architecture, open sun-drenched granite plaza, and submerged statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I salvaged from the seabed of the Eastern Harbor.
- Roman Amphitheatre at Kom El Dikka: Tour Egypt’s sole surviving Roman performance arena, featuring 13 U-shaped white marble tiers, ancient acoustic mosaics, and an open-air display yard of sunken pharaonic monuments.
- Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral: Visit the foundational seat of the Coptic Pope—celebrated as the oldest established Christian church community in Africa.
- Historic Old Town & Mansheya Bazaars: Wander through narrow cobblestone lanes to explore Zan'et El Setat (the Women's Market) and the traditional gold souk, framed by 19th-century French baroque and Italian neo-Renaissance facades.
- Citadel of Qaitbay (Exterior): Stand along the seawall before the imposing 15th-century Mamluk maritime fortress built on the exact site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Montaza Palace Royal Gardens: Stroll through 150 acres of coastal royal grounds once favored by King Farouk, admiring the Salamlek and Haramlek palaces and walking across the bridge to Tea Island.
- Stanley Bridge Drive: Conclude with a scenic drive along the Mediterranean Corniche, pausing atop Stanley Bridge before returning to your hotel.
Detailed Tour Itinerary
09:00 AM: Hotel or Cruise Port Pickup
- Your private Ramasside Tours Egyptologist guide and chauffeur meet you directly in your Alexandria hotel lobby or at the passenger terminal gate of Alexandria Port holding a personalized name sign.
- Settle into your modern, air-conditioned vehicle as your guide introduces Alexandria's 2,300-year history as the intellectual crossroads of the ancient Mediterranean.
Stop 1: Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Plaza & Architecture)
- Arrive at the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, designed to honor the ancient library that once housed antiquity's greatest scrolls.
- Walk through the expansive open granite plaza to inspect inscriptions in world scripts and view monumental submerged statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I, raised by maritime archaeologists from the seabed of the Eastern Harbor.
- Learn about the library's modern architecture, international research complexes, and specialized exhibitions.
- (Note: Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays; entry to the main reading hall requires an additional on-site ticket).
Stop 2: Kom El Dikka Roman Amphitheatre
- Continue to Kom El Dikka in central Alexandria to tour Egypt's sole surviving Roman performance arena.
- Walk among the 13 U-shaped tiers of white marble seating, ancient acoustic mosaics, and Roman bathhouse brickwork.
- Explore the open-air courtyard displaying colossal pharaonic sphinxes, column bases, and inscribed granite blocks salvaged from the Eastern Harbor.
Stop 3: Saint Mark's Cathedral & Historic Old Town Walk
- Visit Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, founded by the Apostle Mark in AD 68, representing the foundational root of Christianity in Africa.
- Take a guided stroll through Alexandria’s historic downtown streets, admiring ornate 19th- and early 20th-century European facades showcasing French baroque, Italian neo-Renaissance, and Mediterranean architecture.
- Walk the narrow lanes of Zan'et El Setat and the historic gold market in the Mansheya quarter.
Optional Lunch: Local Seafood or Mohamed Ahmed
- Pause for an optional dining break at a waterfront Mediterranean fish restaurant, or visit the historic Mohamed Ahmed restaurant to sample authentic Alexandrian falafel (Ta'ameya), ful mudammas, and local dips favored by visiting dignitaries and royalty.
- (Optional 2-minute quick stop): Stop at "Mango King" to sample freshly squeezed seasonal mango or sugarcane juice, enjoyed roadside in authentic Alexandrian fashion.
Stop 4: Abbo Elabbas Mosque, Eastern Harbor & Citadel of Qaitbay
- Pass the grand white-domed Mosque of Abu El Abbas El Mursi, noted for its intricate stone filigree and the vintage fairground in the outer square.
- Stop along the seawall of the ancient Eastern Harbor to photograph wooden fishing vessels, traditional net weavers, and sweeping harbor views.
- Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, the 15th-century maritime fortress built atop the exact foundations of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse. Capture photos of the fortress against the sea.
Stop 5: Montaza Palace Royal Gardens & Stanley Bridge
- Drive 25 kilometers east along the Mediterranean coastline past the Unknown Soldier Memorial to Montaza Palace.
- Explore the lush 150-acre royal gardens, admire the Moorish and Florentine architecture of the Salamlek and Haramlek palaces, and walk across the ornate stone bridge out to Tea Island.
- On the return drive, stop atop Stanley Bridge for photos of the rocky Mediterranean cove before transferring comfortably back to your hotel or cruise ship dock.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Private door-to-door transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
- All entrance tickets to scheduled attractions (Roman Amphitheatre and Montaza Palace Gardens)
- Chilled bottled mineral water inside the vehicle throughout the day
- All local road tolls, parking fees, service charges, and municipal taxes
Exclusions
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina main reading hall interior ticket
- Meals and beverages (Optional seafood lunch available for $15 per person)
- Professional vacation photographer add-on
- Personal shopping, souvenirs, and discretionary tipping
Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes
Executive Luxury Van Upgrade
Upgrade your city road transit to an executive luxury van featuring extra legroom, plush reclining leather captain chairs, dual-zone climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and cold refreshments.
Luxury Restaurant with Pyramids View
If booking onward excursions in Cairo, lunch can be arranged at the renowned 9 Pyramids Lounge inside the Giza Plateau complex, offering an upscale dining experience paired with panoramic views of the pyramids for $30 per person (advance booking required).
Professional Vacation Photographer
Hire a dedicated vacation photographer to capture your visit across the Roman Amphitheatre, Fort Qaitbay, and Montaza Gardens for $50 per day.
Footwear & Accessibility Advice
Comfortable, flat-soled, closed-toe walking shoes are strongly recommended for walking across stone amphitheatre steps, historic street cobblestones, and garden pathways.
Shore Excursion Assurance
For cruise ship passengers docking at Alexandria Port, this tour features guaranteed terminal gate pickup and return timed safely ahead of your vessel's departure.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
- 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
Recommended Alexandria & Egypt Day Tours
- Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo: Discover the classical Mediterranean capital on a full-day private journey from Cairo covering the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, and Fort Qaitbay.
- Cairo to Alexandria Archaeological Day Tour: A dedicated historical expedition from Cairo covering the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and sunken Roman ruins.
- Alexandria Archaeological Day Tour: An in-depth Greco-Roman circuit within Alexandria covering the underground tombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Kom El Dikka, and the coastal citadel.
- Alexandria Historical Tour with the Graeco-Roman Museum: Explore over 40 renovated galleries of classical antiquity masterworks alongside major coastal landmarks.
- Alexandria Scuba Diving Adventure: Explore submerged ruins beneath the Eastern Harbor, including Cleopatra’s sunken palace and the ancient Pharos Lighthouse blocks.
- Alexandria Ghosts & Mysteries Tour: An evening storytelling walk exploring illuminated coastal citadels, royal garden lore at Montaza, and the infamous alleys of Raya and Sakina.
- Day Tour to Cairo from Alexandria: Travel from the Mediterranean coast to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities.
- Alexandria Shopping Tour: Combine modern retail therapy at the seaside San Stefano Grand Plaza with traditional craft bargaining in historic Mansheya souks.
- Alexandria Food Tour: Taste authentic Egyptian coastal flavors, street snacks, freshly fried Ta'ameya, Kebda Iskandarani, and Mediterranean seafood.
- Alexandria Airport Layover Tour: Maximize transit waiting times at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) with a chauffeured private city excursion.
- Alexandria by Night Tour: Experience evening coastal charm with a traditional horse carriage (Hantour) ride along the Corniche and Stanley Bridge.
- Cairo Tour from Borg El Arab Airport: A same-day private express tour from Alexandria's airport directly to Cairo's Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum.
- Overnight Cairo Tour from Alexandria: A 2-day private excursion covering Saqqara, Memphis, the Giza Plateau, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Egyptian Museum.
- Wadi El Natrun Monasteries Tour: Journey south into the sacred desert depression to explore the four active 4th-century Coptic Christian desert monasteries.
- Overnight Desert Safari to Siwa Oasis: A 2-day desert expedition from Alexandria visiting El Alamein, Marsa Matrouh, the Shali Fortress, and the Great Sand Sea.
- Rosetta (Rashid) Cultural Day Tour: Visit the Nile delta port where the Rosetta Stone was unearthed, complete with an estuary boat ride and Ottoman brick mansions.
- El Alamein World War II Battlefield Tour: Pay tribute at the WWII Military Museum, Commonwealth War Cemetery, and German and Italian coastal memorials.
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