Egypt · City Tours

10-Hour Alexandria Tour from Cairo with Library and Qaitbay Citadel

10 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the world's largest libraries
02 Explore the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the ancient Lighthouse site
03 Discover the unique Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa, blending Roman and Egyptian art
04 Marvel at Pompey's Pillar, the sole remnant of the famed Serapeum temple

Experience the rich history and Mediterranean charm of Alexandria on this full-day guided tour from Cairo. Explore the world-renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay built on the legendary site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, and discover the fascinating Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa with their unique blend of Roman and Egyptian artistry. See Pompey's Pillar, one of the city's most iconic ancient monuments, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, an impregnable fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria Highlights from Cairo

Begin your day with hotel pick-up in Cairo and transfer to Alexandria in a comfortable, air-conditioned car with your professional tour guide.
Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the largest libraries in the world, housing countless books and important historical references in multiple languages.
Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, an impregnable fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Discover the Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa, notable for their unique design combining Roman, Hellenistic, and ancient Egyptian decorative art.
See Pompey's Pillar, erected in the 3rd century AD to commemorate Emperor Diocletian and the last remaining remnant of the Serapeum temple.
Enjoy a delicious lunch of fresh seafood at a restaurant overlooking the beach, watching traditional sailboats and fishermen at work.
Conclude the tour with a return transfer to your hotel in Cairo.

Where this trip takes you

Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Citadel of Qaitbay, Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cairo 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All transfers to and from your hotel in modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
An expert tour guide to explain the history of these important archaeological sites
Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites mentioned in the program
A complimentary bottle of water and a cold drink in the vehicle
A delicious fresh seafood lunch
All taxes and service charges