Full-Day Alexandria Tour from Cairo
Your representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and transfer you to Alexandria for an amazing day trip. First, visit Pompey's Pillar. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial place of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour Emperor Diocletian. Today, it stands 25 metres high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria.
Then, drive to visit the Catacombs, the largest Roman cemetery, consisting of three levels cut into the rock.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Alexandria, and then you will proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel, which was built on the site of the old lighthouse after it was destroyed by an earthquake. The Citadel of Alexandria was named after Sultan Ashraf Qaitbay, who wanted to protect the city of Alexandria from the direct threats of the Ottoman Empire. Qaitbay Citadel is one of the top attractions in Alexandria for its historic value and important location.
Then continue to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a revival of the legendary ancient library built in classical Greek times. The rebuilding of the library has returned Alexandria to its former status as a centre for learning and exchange and provided the city with a landmark building.
Finally, you will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
