Egypt · Archaeology Tour

12-Hour Alexandria Excursion from Cairo with Ancient Landmarks

12 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also known as the Mound of Shards
02 See Pompey's Pillar, the Roman triumphal red granite column
03 Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay on the Mediterranean seacoast
04 Discover the royal library of Alexandria, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world
05 Explore Montaza Palace of King Farouk

Explore the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria on this 12-hour excursion from Cairo. Discover its colonial charm as you visit the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the royal library of Alexandria, and Montaza Palace. This tour offers a look at famous historical and archaeological sites shaped by both Egyptian and Roman heritage.

Drive to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called the Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

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

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria's Historic Sights from Cairo

Pick-up from the hotel.
Drive to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called the Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.
Travel to Pompey's Pillar, the Roman triumphal red granite column.
Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit the royal library of Alexandria, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world.
Explore Montaza Palace of King Farouk.

Return to the hotel in Cairo.

The route