Egypt · Archaeology

1-Day Alexandria Highlights Tour with Roman Sites and Library

1 Day Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city with a distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere
02 Visit the Catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa, one of Alexandria's most notable Roman remains
03 See Pompey's Pillar, an 82-foot (25-meter) granite column
04 Discover the Roman amphitheatre, constructed in the 4th century AD
05 Visit the famous Alexandria Library, one of the most notable libraries of the ancient world

Visit Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, known for an atmosphere that feels more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. This full-day tour explores some of its most important Roman-era landmarks, including the Catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Roman amphitheatre, and the famous Alexandria Library. It is an ideal introduction to the city's rich archaeological and cultural heritage.

Visit Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, known for an atmosphere that feels more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Alexandria, Cairo

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria's Roman Landmarks and Library

06h30 - Pick up and set off to Alexandria with your Egyptologist tour guide.
09h30 - Visit the Catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa.
10h45 - Continue to Pompey's Pillar, an 82-foot (25-meter) granite column.
11h30 - Move to the Roman amphitheatre, constructed in the 4th century AD.
12h30 - Enjoy a delicious lunch.
14h00 - Proceed to the famous Alexandria Library, one of the largest and most notable libraries in the ancient world.
19h00 - Arrive in Cairo.