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Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo with Library, Catacombs & Citadel

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day Alexandria tour from Cairo with pickup and return
  • 02 Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and its open court
  • 03 Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
  • 04 Photo stop at the Citadel of Qaitbay
  • 05 See the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria
  • 06 Enjoy views along the Corniche and old harbour
  • 07 Lunch at a sea view fish restaurant
  • 08 Entrance fees included

Discover Alexandria on a full-day journey from Cairo, combining some of the city’s most famous historic and cultural landmarks in one convenient trip. Visit the renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, explore the remarkable Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, and stop at the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Along the way, take in views of the Corniche and old harbour, see traditional fishing boats, and enjoy the atmosphere of this Mediterranean city where ancient history meets modern life. With pickup and return from Cairo, entrance fees, lunch, and a guide included, this tour offers an easy way to experience Alexandria’s highlights in a single day.

Visit the renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, explore the remarkable Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, and stop at the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Alexandria, Cairo
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

You'll get picked up

Alexandria Bibliotheca

Start the tour with the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world, now with 8 million books. Visit President Sadat Museum and visit the open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. Our guide will explain the design of the library from outside, you will have a chance for some photo stops. Note: Alexandria library is closed on Fridays ,Saturdays & in public holidays. 

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

Visiting the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock

Pompey's Pillar

Pass by

Citadel Of Qaytbay

A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.

Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world . 

Return back to Cairo

Drop off at the starting point 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick up and from starting point and return
  • Tour Guide
  • Lunch - sea view fish restaurant
  • All Entrance fee

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Our Guide will meet you in the lobby of the hotel.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Cairo.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Cairo.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Cairo..

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