Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

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1. Travelers will descend into the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. This underground necropolis blends Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman art, creating a unique mix of cultures and traditions. As you explore the spiral staircase and carved chambers, you’ll see fascinating statues, reliefs, and tombs that reveal ancient funeral practices. The catacombs offer a rare glimpse into Alexandria’s rich multicultural history, hidden beneath the city’s modern streets.

   1 hAdmission included

2. Travelers will marvel at Pompey’s Pillar, the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria and one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Rising nearly 27 meters, this massive red granite column was built in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the 3rd century AD. Around the site, you’ll also see remains of the Serapeum temple and underground galleries that once held precious manuscripts. It’s a striking reminder of Alexandria’s Greco-Roman glory and a perfect spot for memorable photos.

   1 hAdmission included

3. Travelers will explore the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the citadel was constructed by Sultan Qaitbay to protect the city from naval attacks. Inside, you’ll wander through stone corridors, climb to defensive towers, and enjoy breathtaking views of Alexandria’s coastline. The citadel perfectly blends history, architecture, and stunning seaside scenery.

   1 hAdmission included

4. Travelers will step into the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a spectacular cultural landmark built as a tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. The striking building, with its slanted glass façade overlooking the Mediterranean, houses millions of books in multiple languages. Visitors can explore the vast reading halls, specialized museums, rare manuscripts, and art galleries. This visit offers not only a journey into knowledge and culture but also the chance to admire one of the most remarkable architectural masterpieces of modern Egypt.

   1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Giza

• Its from-price is 317% above the median of the 297 city tours we list in Giza.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 133 of 297.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Giza

Giza, on the edge of Cairo, is home to the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and a desert plateau that has drawn travellers for thousands of years.

The plateau holds three great pyramids, built for the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, along with smaller queens' pyramids and rows of nobles' tombs. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing, and the Great Sphinx keeps watch below, carved from the bedrock beside Khafre's valley temple.

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