Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo – Catacombs, Citadel & Library

11 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 6+Guided by Egyway Tours
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Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 6+Guided

Why we love it?

This private guided tour offers a full-day escape from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean city known for its rich history and coastal atmosphere. You’ll visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an extensive underground burial site blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles, followed by Pompey’s Pillar, a towering Roman monument originally part of the Serapeum Temple. The tour continues to the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, and includes time at the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which houses exhibitions and reading halls inspired by the ancient library. A seafood lunch by the sea is included, with all entrance fees covered and transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle. This experience suits travelers looking for a relaxed, in-depth day trip that combines archaeology, architecture, and coastal views beyond Cairo.

Inclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cairo
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional tour guide
  • All entrance fees to mentioned sites
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • All taxes and service charges

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

Stop 1

Your day begins with pick-up from your hotel in Cairo, followed by a comfortable drive north to the Mediterranean city of Alexandria.

Stop 2

Continue to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site in Egypt. Explore three underground levels carved into the rock, featuring a unique mix of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art and architecture.

Stop 3

Visit Pompey’s Pillar, an impressive granite column built in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century AD. It originally stood within the Serapeum Temple and remains one of Alexandria’s most iconic ancient monuments.

Stop 4

Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria—once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Stop 5

Explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern architectural masterpiece inspired by the ancient Library of Alexandria. Discover its exhibitions, museums, and impressive reading halls.

Stop 6

Return to Cairo

After exploring Alexandria’s highlights, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • The Guide Will Have The Entrance Tickets & Restaurants Your driver will meet you in your hotel lobby holding a sign with your name.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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