Egypt · Monuments

Full-Day Alexandria Monuments Tour from Cairo with Catacombs

34 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

Marvel at the beauty of the Royal Palace of King Farouk

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also known as the Mound of Shards
02 Discover Alexandria's Egyptian and Roman historical heritage
03 Visit Montazah Palace and its Green Gardens
04 See Pompey's Pillar and the Citadel of Qaitbay

Travel from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria on this full-day tour. Discover the city's rich history and architecture through famous archaeological sites from both the Egyptian and Roman eras, including the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. See Pompey's Pillar, Montazah Palace, the Green Gardens, Qaitbay Citadel, and more while experiencing Alexandria's distinctive colonial charm.

Discover the Lighthouse of Alexandria and listen to many interesting stories about ancient Roman emperors.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 34 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria Monuments, Catacombs, and Coastal Landmarks

Pick up from your hotel in Cairo.
Drive to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called the Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.
Continue to the Roman triumphal red granite column, Pompey's Pillar, the last remaining relic of the Serapeum Temple.
Discover the Lighthouse of Alexandria and listen to many interesting stories about ancient Roman emperors.
Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit the largest Roman cemetery.
Explore King Farouk's Montaza Palace and the Green Gardens.

Return to your hotel in Cairo.