Egypt · City Tours

1-Day Alexandria Historical Tour from Cairo with Seafood Lunch Stop

1 Day Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Catacombs and the Roman theatre of Alexandria
02 Learn about the history of Pompey Pillar
03 Spend time at the newly rebuilt Alexandria Library
04 Marvel at the majestic Qaitbay Citadel

Explore the ancient city of Alexandria on this full-day tour from Cairo. Visit the Catacombs, Pompey Pillar, the Roman theatre, the Alexandria Library, and the Qaitbay Citadel while learning about the city's rich history and culture from your tour guide. The experience also includes time to enjoy a scrumptious seafood meal with views of the sea.

The experience also includes time to enjoy a scrumptious seafood meal with views of the sea.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

Languages Arabic, English, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Alexandria Heritage Tour from Cairo

Meet your tour guide in Cairo and travel to Alexandria.
Check out the Catacombs, an ancient underground cemetery from the 3rd century Roman period, stretching about 32 m long.
Visit Pompey's Pillar, dating back to the 3rd century B.C., at the original location of one of the prominent Greek temples.
Travel to the 5th-century Roman theatre.
Then visit the Qaitbay Citadel, built in the 14th century, at the original location of the Pharos lighthouse.
Check out the newly rebuilt Library of Alexandria.
Have a seafood lunch at one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, Fish Market Restaurant, with a sea view.
Head back to Cairo after the tour.