Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo – Catacombs, Citadel & Library

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10 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

Escape Cairo for a day and discover Alexandria on a private guided tour. Travel to Egypt’s Mediterranean city and explore a unique blend of ancient history and coastal charm.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a fascinating mix of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles, and see Pompey’s Pillar, one of the largest Roman monuments in Egypt. Continue to the seaside Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient lighthouse, and explore the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Enjoy a relaxing seafood lunch by the Mediterranean Sea.

✔ Fully private tour (no rushing)
✔ Professional Egyptologist guide
✔ Comfortable A/C transport
✔ All entrance fees included
✔ No shopping stops

Travel time from Cairo is approximately 2.5–3 hours each way. Perfect for a relaxed day beyond Cairo.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your driver will meet you in your hotel lobby holding a sign with your name.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cairo

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

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Pompey's Pillar

    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.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Qaitbay Citadel

    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Bibliotheca Alexandrina

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

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Cairo

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

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Egyway Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Food & Drink
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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