Embark on a private guided day tour from Cairo to Alexandria and discover the ancient wonders and modern marvels of this historic city. Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Serapeum temple, and the fort of Qaitbay. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the renowned Modern Alexandria library. Book now!
Embark on a private guided day tour from Cairo to Alexandria and discover the ancient wonders and modern marvels of this historic city. Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Serapeum temple, and the fort of Qaitbay. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the renowned Modern Alexandria library. Book now!
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - At 7.00 AM, You will be escorted in an air conditioned vehicle from your hotel towards Alexandria (about 3 Hrs. Driving) Alexandria is the second biggest city in Egypt with 5 million population and biggest seaport, it was founded by Alexander the Great in 334 B.C. and it remained the capital of Egypt during the…
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - At 7.00 AM, You will be escorted in an air conditioned vehicle from your hotel towards Alexandria (about 3 Hrs. Driving) Alexandria is the second biggest city in Egypt with 5 million population and biggest seaport, it was founded by Alexander the Great in 334 B.C. and it remained the capital of Egypt during the Greco-Roman rule till the Arab conquest in 642 A.D. Start your tour with exploring the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, dating back to the early of the 2nd century A.D.
- Private Egyptologist tour guide
- Main entrance tickets included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Lunch at a sea view restaurant
- Transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Egyptologist tour guide
- Main entrance tickets included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Lunch at a sea view restaurant
- Transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Tipping for Guide and Driver (Recommend)
- Drinks.
- Tipping for Guide and Driver (Recommend)
- Drinks.
At the crack of dawn, more precisely 7.00 AM, a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up from your lodging, beginning your journey towards Alexandria, a drive that spans approximately 3 Hrs. Begin your excursion with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, architecturally significant remnants of the early 2nd century A.D. Following this,…
At the crack of dawn, more precisely 7.00 AM, a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up from your lodging, beginning your journey towards Alexandria, a drive that spans approximately 3 Hrs. Begin your excursion with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, architecturally significant remnants of the early 2nd century A.D. Following this, experience the majesty of Pompey’s pillar, a relic of the late 3rd century, along with the ruins of the Serapeum temple, an age-old temple dedicated to god Serapis.
Historically, the site was home to the ancient lighthouse (Pharos), one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, before it was unfortunately completely wiped out. Today, the fort of Qaitbay, a 15th-century CAD architectural marvel, stands impressively in its place.
Concluding the tour, we will explore the Modern Alexandria library. The Old library, celebrated globally, for its large collection of diverse scientific and literary books, unfortunately suffered repeated damage during the Greco Roman period until it disappeared. Replaced with the New Library which was inaugurated in the year 2002, it’s a must-visit in Alexandria, promising you a guided tour inside. Please note that the library is closed on Fridays.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
