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10-Hour Alexandria Historical Tour from Cairo with Ancient Landmarks

10 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the Roman amphitheatre of Kom El-Deka
  • 02 Admire the architectural excellence of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
  • 03 Explore Pompey's Pillar and see its artifacts and sculptures
  • 04 Enjoy a photo stop outside the Library of Alexandria
  • 05 Stroll along the ancient ramparts of the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay

Embark on a full-day journey from Cairo or Giza to historic Alexandria and explore some of the city's most remarkable ancient landmarks. Visit the Roman amphitheatre of Kom El-Deka, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, and Pompey's Pillar, then stop outside the Library of Alexandria for photos. The tour also includes a visit to the Citadel of Qaitbay, built above the ruined Alexandria lighthouse, along with lunch at a local restaurant.

Embark on a full-day journey from Cairo or Giza to historic Alexandria and explore some of the city's most remarkable ancient landmarks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza
Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Alexandria's Ancient Landmarks from Cairo or Giza

  • Enjoy a full-day trip to the historic city of Alexandria and experience the remnants of a bygone era. After pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, you'll drive towards Alexandria, stopping along the way to use the bathroom and get a coffee.
  • Upon arrival, start your tour of this ancient city. Head towards the marble-stone Roman amphitheatre of Kom El-Deka, which once accommodated over 800 visitors. Enjoy the sights of its pleasure garden and mosaic-floored Roman baths and villas.
  • Afterwards, move on to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where you can feel the aura of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural excellence. The cemetery was constructed in the second century AD and is still one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages.
  • Next, visit Pompey's Pillar, the significant Roman triumphal column in Alexandria. Savour a delicious lunch from a local restaurant and then enjoy an outside photo stop at the Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most renowned archives of the ancient world.
  • Later, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, built above the ruined Alexandria lighthouse. At the end of the tour, you'll be driven back to Cairo or Giza and dropped off at your accommodation.
Kom El Deka, Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar (column), Citadel of Qaitbay

Where this trip takes you

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

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Alexandria 3 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned car
  • Egyptologist guide
  • 1 bottle of water

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch (optional to select)
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Know before you go

  • The duration of the tour includes pickup and drop-off times.
  • Children are required to be accompanied by an adult.
  • Pickup service is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
  • Long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or October 6th is available to book during checkout as an add-on.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Alexandria, 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 Alexandria.

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