Full-Day Alexandria Tour from Cairo

Embark on an incredible journey from Cairo to Alexandria, where history and culture meet by the Mediterranean Sea. Begin with the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a fascinating blend of Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman influences. Continue to Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum, iconic monuments that tell stories of ancient Alexandria’s grandeur. Discover the Roman Amphitheatre (Kom El Dikka), once the heart of entertainment in the city. Then, visit the majestic Citadel of Qaitbay, standing proudly on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Finally, explore the world-renowned Library of Alexandria, a modern cultural landmark reviving the legacy of the ancient library. Don’t miss the chance to book your Cairo to Alexandria tour today and experience history like never before!

• - Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Alexandria’s largest Roman burial site.
• - Stand beneath Pompey’s Pillar and the ruins of the Serapeum temple.
• - Walk the marble terraces of the Roman Amphitheatre at Kom El Dikka.
• - Explore Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
• - Visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, heir to the legendary Library of Alexandria.
• - Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo

1. Full-Day Alexandria Tour from Cairo

   Private Pickup from Cairo: Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo by a professional Desert Cruise Travel representative. Relax in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle as we drive you to the coastal city of Alexandria. Pompey’s Pillar & the Serapeum: Your first stop is the towering Pompey’s Pillar. Built in the 4th century to honour Emperor Diocletian, it once stood at the heart of the grand Serapeum temple complex. Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: Descend into the Catacombs, the largest Roman cemetery ever discovered in Egypt, exploring three fascinating levels of tombs carved directly into the rock and the striking Caracalla Hall. Roman Amphitheatre (Kom El Dikka): Continue to Kom El Dikka to see Egypt’s only Roman amphitheatre — beautifully preserved marble terraces, mosaics and lecture halls that once buzzed with the life of ancient Alexandria. Authentic Mediterranean Lunch: Take a break and enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, offering a taste of Alexandria’s fresh coastal flavours. The Fortress of Qaitbay Citadel: Explore Qaitbay Citadel, a magnificent 15th-century fortress built on the exact site where Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — once stood. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Your final stop is the world-famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a stunning modern library and cultural centre that revives the legacy of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Return to Cairo: After an unforgettable day trip, we drive you back comfortably to your hotel in Cairo.