Egypt · Monuments

10-Hour Alexandria Sightseeing Tour with Catacombs and Qaitbay Fort

10 Hours Round trip from 12 متفرع من ش رأس التين، الانفوشى، Karmouz Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt
  • 02 Visit Pompey's Pillar, one of Alexandria's most famous ancient monuments
  • 03 See Qaitbay Fort from outside on Alexandria's historic waterfront
  • 04 Stroll through the gardens of Montazah Palace

Discover the heritage of Alexandria, Egypt's historic coastal city, through some of its most iconic monuments. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Fort, and Montazah Garden on this full-day sightseeing tour. With private transportation, entrance fees, and lunch in a local restaurant included, this experience offers a comfortable way to explore the city's highlights.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt, which was discovered accidentally in 1900 when a donkey disappeared through the ground.

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 Yes
City Alexandria
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Alexandria Monuments and Coastal Highlights

  • Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin the tour.

  • Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt, which was discovered accidentally in 1900 when a donkey disappeared through the ground.

  • Descend below ground to visit the tomb and Caracalla Hall.

  • Proceed to visit Pompey's Pillar.

  • Explore Qaitbay Fort from outside.

  • Saunter through the Montazah gardens.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar (column), Citadel of Qaitbay, Montaza Palace

Where this trip takes you

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar (column), Citadel of Qaitbay, Montaza Palace

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 12 متفرع من ش رأس التين، الانفوشى، Karmouz 1 city · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance fees

  • English-speaking Alexandria tour guide

  • Lunch in a local restaurant

What's Not Included

  • Beverages

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Alexandria, Egypt
Tour start
12 متفرع من ش رأس التين، الانفوشى، Karmouz, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in 12 متفرع من ش رأس التين، الانفوشى، Karmouz.

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