Egypt · Archaeology

1-Day Alexandria Sightseeing Tour from Cairo with Ancient Landmarks

1 Day Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the oldest Roman tombs
02 See Pompey's Pillar, one of the tallest pillars from the Greek period
03 Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the remains of the old lighthouse
04 Enjoy a full-day journey from Cairo to historic Alexandria

Discover Alexandria's rich heritage on a full-day trip from Cairo, visiting the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an impressive Roman-era tomb. Marvel at Pompey's Pillar, a towering relic from the Greek period, and explore the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the remains of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. This tour combines archaeology, history, and coastal scenery in one of Egypt's most storied cities.

This tour combines archaeology, history, and coastal scenery in one of Egypt's most storied cities.

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 Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alexandria Heritage Sightseeing Tour

First, we will drive to Alexandria, which is 230 km away from Cairo.
Then, we will visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the oldest tombs from the Roman era.
Next, we will see Pompey's Pillar, one of the tallest structures from the Greek period.
Finally, we will visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, which is built on the remains of the old lighthouse.