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El Alamein Tour from Alexandria

Duration
Approx. 7 hours (full day)
Route
war cemeteries & military museum
Style
Private Full-Day Tour
Schedule
Available daily

Overview

The El Alamein Tour from Alexandria follows the Mediterranean coast west to the site of one of the Second World War’s turning points. It is a moving, reflective day, and an unusual counterpoint to Egypt’s ancient monuments.

At El Alamein in 1942, Allied and Axis armies fought the desert battle that decided the fate of North Africa. Today the site is marked by beautifully kept cemeteries and memorials: the Commonwealth War Cemetery with its rows of headstones, and the separate German and Italian memorials overlooking the sea. The military museum tells the story of the campaign with maps, vehicles and uniforms.

Your private guide provides the historical context throughout, making sense of the strategy and the human cost. It is a respectful, well-paced day for anyone with an interest in modern history.

Highlights

The Commonwealth War Cemetery and its memorial
The German and Italian memorials on the coast
The El Alamein Military Museum
The scenic Mediterranean coast road west of Alexandria

Tour Itinerary

Your Day, Step by Step
Your guide and private driver collect you from your Alexandria hotel and head west along the Mediterranean coast road towards El Alamein, about two hours away, with the sea on one side and open desert on the other. You begin at the El Alamein Military Museum, where your guide uses its maps, dioramas, tanks and artillery to explain the two battles of 1942 and why this remote stretch of desert mattered so much to the wider war. You then visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery, the resting place of thousands of soldiers from across the British Empire and beyond. Walking its quiet, immaculately tended rows and reading the memorial is the emotional heart of the day. Nearby you stop at the German Memorial, a fortress-like monument on a headland, and the Italian Memorial further along the coast, each commemorating their own fallen. With time to reflect and take in the coastal views, you begin the return drive to Alexandria, arriving back at your hotel in the late afternoon. A seafood lunch on the coast can be arranged on request.

What’s Included

Included

  • All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Alexandria
  • Certified, English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Bottled water on board the vehicle
  • All service charges and taxes

Not Included

  • Museum and site entrance fees
  • Lunch (available on request)
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Personal expenses and optional extras
Pricing Information

Prices are shown in US dollars per person. Seasonal supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter unless a specific seasonal price is displayed.

Children’s Policy
0-5.99 years
Free of charge
6-11.99 years
Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years
Pay full tour price as per adult person

Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is El Alamein from Alexandria?
El Alamein lies about 100 km west along the coast, roughly two hours each way by private vehicle. The drive follows the Mediterranean and is an easy, comfortable run.
What will I see at the site?
The day covers the El Alamein Military Museum and the main war memorials (the Commonwealth War Cemetery and the German and Italian memorials) with your guide explaining the 1942 battles and their significance throughout.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Yes. It is a respectful historical visit with gentle walking around the museum and cemeteries. It is especially meaningful for anyone with a family or personal connection to the campaign.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The tour runs privately for your party only, with your own guide, driver and vehicle, so the pace and timing flex around you. Group or shared options can be arranged on request if you prefer a lower price point.
How do I book and pay?
Press Book Now and send your date and group size. We confirm availability and your final price within 24 hours. A deposit then secures your booking, and payment is made by secure payment link or bank transfer as advised by our team. The remaining balance and its schedule are set out in your booking confirmation.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour and you receive a full refund. Inside 24 hours the deposit is retained to cover guide and transport arrangements already committed. If we cancel for weather or safety reasons, you are always refunded in full or rescheduled at no cost. Full terms are in our Cancellation Policy.

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