Qaitbay Citadel at sunset over Alexandria's harbour

Day Journeys · Day journey from Cairo

Alexandria in a Day

The Mediterranean side of Egypt in one day: the Catacombs, Roman Alexandria, the great Library and fresh seafood by the harbour.

Full dayPrivate
Duration
Full day
Route
Kom El Shoqafa · Pompey's Pillar · Bibliotheca · Qaitbay
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Why this journey

A private car, an expert guide and lunch by the sea — Alexandria without the logistics.

Highlights

  • Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
  • Roman Amphitheatre and Pompey's Pillar
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  • Qaitbay Citadel and the Corniche
Montaza Palace and its royal gardens in Alexandria
The Citadel of Qaitbay on the site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse
Stanley Bridge and the Alexandria Corniche from the air

Itinerary

Day by day.

A suggested rhythm. We adjust every itinerary to your arrival times, pace and interests.

  1. The Bibliotheca AlexandrinaMorning
    Morning

    Roman Alexandria

    Alexandria

    Early departure from Cairo; the Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar and the Roman Amphitheatre.

  2. Palms reflected in a resort pool in Sharm El SheikhAfternoon
    Afternoon

    Library & the sea

    Alexandria

    The Bibliotheca Alexandrina, lunch on the harbour and Qaitbay Citadel before returning to Cairo.

What's included

  • Private transfers from Cairo
  • Private guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Seafood lunch

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Personal purchases

Destinations on this journey

The Pyramids of Giza silhouetted against an amber sunset

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