from 0 review
Daily Tour
1 person
English, Espanol, Francais, German, italian, polish, Romanian, russian
A 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour is an ideal way to combine the ancient monuments of Cairo with the archaeological and Mediterranean highlights of Alexandria in one private Egypt trip. Over two days, you will see the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Egyptian Museum before travelling north to explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
The tour is designed for travelers who want to experience two of Egypt’s most important cities without arranging separate transportation, guides and entrance tickets.
You will travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide and have time for local meals during the sightseeing program.
Practical tip: Wear comfortable shoes because both Cairo and Alexandria involve walking between archaeological sites and viewpoints.
This 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour gives you a balanced introduction to Egypt’s ancient and Mediterranean heritage.
Day one focuses on Pharaonic Cairo, with the Giza Plateau and Egyptian Museum as the main attractions. Day two takes you to Alexandria, where Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Islamic influences come together in a completely different setting.
A private tour also makes the journey easier to organize. Your guide accompanies you during the sightseeing program, while private transportation connects the different attractions.
Practical tip: This itinerary is best suited to travelers who want to see major highlights rather than spend several days exploring each city in depth.
Your 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cairo by your private tour guide.
You will travel to the Giza Plateau to discover the most famous monuments of ancient Egypt.
The first stop is the Giza Pyramids, including the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest of the three and dominates the Giza Plateau. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the history of the pyramids, their purpose and the role they played in ancient Egyptian culture.
You will have time to walk around the plateau and take photographs from different viewpoints.
Practical tip: The Giza Plateau can be sunny and exposed, so bring water, sunglasses and sun protection.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of the most recognizable monuments in Egypt.
The monument combines the body of a lion with a human head and stands beside the Valley Temple associated with the Giza complex.
Your guide will explain the history of the Sphinx and its connection with the pyramids.
Practical tip: The Sphinx area is one of the best places for classic pyramid photographs, so keep some time for pictures.
After visiting the pyramids, stop at a papyrus institute to learn how papyrus plants were traditionally used to produce writing material.
You can see demonstrations of the process and, if you wish, browse handmade papyrus artwork and souvenirs.
Practical tip: If you are interested in buying papyrus, ask about the production technique and whether the artwork is handmade.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Giza before continuing your Cairo sightseeing.
This break gives you time to relax after visiting the pyramid complex.
The afternoon continues at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities.
Your guide will help you understand the most important objects and historical periods represented in the museum.
The museum visit adds valuable context to the monuments you have already seen at Giza, connecting the archaeological sites with the objects, statues and treasures preserved in the museum.
Practical tip: Tell your guide if there are particular periods or objects you are especially interested in seeing so the museum visit can be adapted to your interests.
If you want to extend your evening, you can request the optional Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids.
The evening presentation uses light, sound and narration to tell stories connected with the ancient rulers of the Giza complex.
This option is subject to availability and is not included in the standard tour.
After the day's sightseeing, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo.
Meals: Lunch
After breakfast, your private Cairo and Alexandria tour continues with a morning departure from your Cairo hotel.
The journey to Alexandria takes you from Egypt’s capital toward the Mediterranean coast, where the atmosphere and historical character are very different from Cairo.
Your first Alexandria attraction is the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
This underground archaeological site reflects the cultural mixture that developed in Alexandria during the Greco-Roman period.
The catacombs combine elements from Egyptian, Greek and Roman traditions, making them one of the city's most interesting archaeological sites.
Practical tip: The catacombs include stairs and enclosed areas, so comfortable footwear is particularly useful here.
Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, one of Alexandria’s best-known ancient monuments.
The impressive red-granite column stands within an archaeological area containing remains from ancient Alexandria.
Despite its traditional name, the column is not actually associated with the Roman general Pompey.
Your guide will explain the history of the monument and the surrounding archaeological site.
Next, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a historic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
The citadel was built during the 15th century under Sultan Qaitbay and occupies the area associated with Alexandria's ancient lighthouse.
Its coastal location provides a different perspective of Alexandria and makes it one of the city's most memorable landmarks.
Practical tip: Allow a few minutes to enjoy the sea views around the citadel rather than rushing directly between the main sightseeing points.
Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant in Alexandria.
This is a good opportunity to try traditional Egyptian dishes while taking a break from sightseeing.
The final major stop is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern library and cultural complex built near the site traditionally associated with the ancient Library of Alexandria.
The complex represents Alexandria's long connection with scholarship, culture and learning.
After completing your Alexandria sightseeing, begin the return journey to Cairo and continue to your hotel.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation is not included in the standard tour price.
You will be transferred to your Cairo hotel after the first day's sightseeing. Travelers should arrange their Cairo accommodation separately unless a hotel package has been specifically requested.
Practical tip: Choose a hotel with easy road access if you want to make the morning departure to Alexandria more convenient.
The Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids can be added to the first evening of your 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour, subject to availability.
Other arrangements may be possible for private travelers depending on the schedule and available time.
Practical tip: Ask about optional activities when booking so enough time can be allowed in the itinerary.
This 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour is suitable for travelers who want to experience the major highlights of both cities within a short holiday.
It works particularly well for:
Two days are enough to visit the main highlights included in this itinerary. Day one focuses on Giza and the Egyptian Museum, while day two is dedicated to Alexandria.
Yes. The tour is organized as a private trip with private transportation and an Egyptologist guide.
Yes. The itinerary includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, as well as the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple.
Yes. The Egyptian Museum is included on the first day.
This itinerary includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Yes. Lunch is included during the Cairo and Alexandria sightseeing days.
No. Accommodation is not included in the standard tour. The first day's program ends with transfer to your Cairo hotel.
Yes. Airport meet-and-assist is included according to the tour arrangements. Send your flight details when booking so the pickup and return arrangements can be organized correctly.
Yes. Hotel pickup in Cairo is available according to the itinerary.
The tour uses a private air-conditioned vehicle for the journey between Cairo and Alexandria.
The travel time depends on traffic and the exact pickup location. Your guide will coordinate the departure and return schedule according to the day's program.
Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Yes. Pompey’s Pillar is included in the Alexandria sightseeing program.
Yes. The Citadel of Qaitbay is one of the main Alexandria attractions included in the tour.
Yes. Families can join the private tour. Parents should consider that some archaeological sites, particularly the catacombs, involve walking and stairs.
Comfortable, modest clothing and walking shoes are recommended. Sunglasses and sun protection are useful, particularly at the Giza Pyramids.
Because this is a private tour, itinerary adjustments may be possible depending on opening times, traffic and the amount of sightseeing requested.
No. The Giza Sound and Light Show is an optional activity and costs extra.
Bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection, a camera and some Egyptian pounds for personal expenses.
Send your hotel name, preferred tour date, number of travelers and any special requests by WhatsApp. If you are arriving at Cairo International Airport, also send your flight details.
To reserve your 2 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour, send us:
WhatsApp Reservations: +20 120 290 5255
No advance payment is required. Payment can be made in cash on the tour day in EUR, USD, EGP or GBP.
Pickup and final timing are normally confirmed around 12 hours before the tour or the day before, depending on the arrangements.
Member Since 2023
