Day Trip from Cairo to Alexandria Explore Ancient Wonders

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1. Pompey's Pillar is a 27-meter-tall red granite column in Alexandria, Egypt, built in 297 AD to honor Roman Emperor Diocletian. Located in the ancient Serapeum, it is one of the largest monolithic columns ever constructed. Despite its name, it has no link to Pompey the Great. Surrounded by Greco-Roman ruins, it remains a symbol of Alexandria's rich history. Entrance fees of 4$ is not included.

   2 h

2. The Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa are an ancient underground necropolis in Alexandria, Egypt, dating back to the 2nd century AD. Blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles, the catacombs feature elaborate carvings, funerary chambers, and a spiral staircase. Originally a private tomb, they later expanded into a communal burial site. Discovered in 1900, they remain one of Alexandria's most fascinating archaeological sites and a testament to its cultural fusion. Entrance fees of 4$ is not included.

   1 h

3. The Ancient Roman Theater in Alexandria is a well-preserved amphitheater dating back to the 2nd century AD. Constructed with marble terraces in a semi-circular design, it could seat up to 800 spectators for performances or gatherings. Discovered in 1960, the site includes Roman baths and mosaics, showcasing Alexandria's rich Greco-Roman heritage and architectural brilliance. Entrance fees of 4$ is not included.

   2 h

4. Fort Qaitbay is a 15th-century defensive fortress built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay in 1477 on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it served as a strategic stronghold to protect the city from naval invasions. Today, it is a popular tourist site, known for its historical importance, impressive architecture, and sweeping coastal views. Entrance fees of 4$ is not included.

   2 h

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How it compares in Cairo

• Its from-price is 399% above the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Cairo.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1869 of 10229.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cairo

Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.

On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.

Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.

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