A day in Alexandria: the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Citadel of Qaitbay and Montaza Palace Gardens.
Your Alexandria Day Tour from Alexandria with us begins when our professional tour guide meets you at your hotel in Alexandria. You will start your journey through the city in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle to explore the highlights of this historic Mediterranean destination.
The first stop of your Alexandria Day Trip will be the famous Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the most important archaeological sites in Alexandria. These underground tombs date back to the 2nd century AD and combine Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles. The site includes several levels of burial chambers as well as the Triclinium hall, where families once gathered to honor their deceased relatives.
Next, you will visit the Roman Theater, a remarkable archaeological discovery dating back to the Roman period. The theater features beautifully preserved marble seating, mosaic floors, and galleries that once accommodated hundreds of spectators.
Your tour will then continue to the famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria, which was once one of the most important centers of knowledge in the ancient world.
After that, you will head to Pompey’s Pillar, a massive Roman column standing proudly among the ruins of the ancient Serapeum temple complex.
The tour continues with a visit to the impressive Citadel of Qaitbay, located on the Mediterranean coast. The fortress was built in the 15th century on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This stop offers excellent opportunities for photos overlooking the sea.
During your Alexandria Day Tour from Alexandria, you will also enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the beautiful Montaza Palace Gardens, a large royal park overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Here you can admire the exterior of the Montaza Palace and take memorable photos while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the gardens.
Before concluding your Alexandria Day Trip, you will stop at the famous Stanley Bridge, one of Alexandria’s modern landmarks, where you can enjoy a short walk and wonderful views of the Mediterranean coastline.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Alexandria, completing a memorable day exploring the highlights of the city with us.