Egypt · Archaeology

12-Hour Alexandria Landmarks Tour from Cairo with Roman Sites

12 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover Alexandria's Roman and Egyptian archaeological sites on a 12-hour journey from Cairo
02 Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar, two iconic historical sites
03 Explore the Citadel of Qeitbay, a defensive fortress on the Mediterranean coast
04 Experience the grandeur of the Royal Library of Alexandria
05 See Montazah Garden and Haramlek Palace, built by King Farouk

Travel from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria on a 12-hour tour. Discover the history and architecture of Alexandria through famous historical and archaeological sites from both Egyptian and Roman eras. Experience a heavy dose of colonial charm as you visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qeitbay Citadel, Haramlek Palace, and more.

Travel to Pompey's Pillar, the Roman triumphal red granite column.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

Languages Arabic, English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria's Historic Landmarks Tour

Pick up from your hotel in Cairo.
Travel to Pompey's Pillar, the Roman triumphal red granite column.
Explore the ruins of the Temple of Serapis, once a magnificent structure rivalling the Soma and the Caesarean.
Drive to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called the Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit the Citadel of Qeitbay, a defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast.
Proceed to the Royal Library of Alexandria, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world.
Explore Montazah Garden and Haramlek Palace, built by King Farouk.

Return to your hotel in Cairo.