• Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - At 7:00 am, the operator will pick guests up from their hotel and head directly to Alexandria. The journey will take approximately two and a half hours via highway to reach “Kom El Shoqafa” in Alexandria. This site features a collection of tombs, statues, and archaeological artifacts linked to the Pharaonic funeral mortuary cults, as well as Hellenistic and early Imperial Roman influences. Over time, the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa have come to blend Roman, Greek, and Egyptian cultural elements; some statues are Egyptian in style but don Roman attire and hairstyles, while others share a similar style. A circular staircase leads down into the tombs, which were carved into the bedrock during the reign of the Antonine emperors (2nd century AD). From the 2nd to the 4th centuries, the site served as a burial chamber before being rediscovered in 1900.

• Pompey’s Pillar - This will be the next attraction. The name “Pompey’s Pillar” is misleading. Gaius Pompey, a Roman general and consul, was a rival of Julius Caesar during a civil war and was assassinated by a Ptolemaic pharaoh in 48 BC while fleeing to Alexandria. This solitary column, situated on a rocky hilltop in the heart of Alexandria, is unrelated to him. Crusaders mistakenly believed his grave was marked by a 100-foot (30-meter) red Aswan granite pillar, which is how this story originated. The pillar is actually a triumphal monument erected for the Roman Emperor Diocletian in 300 AD. During the visit, the site will be admired from the outside only, making it a perfect stop without requiring entrance fees. The true significance of this archaeological site lies in what preceded the pillar: the Serapeum, Alexandria’s acropolis.

• Fort Qaitbey - This will be the third stop. Located in Alexandria, Egypt, on the Mediterranean Sea coast, stands the 15th-century defensive fortress known as the Citadel of Qaitbay or the Fort of Qaitbay. It was established in 1477 AD (882 AH) by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa’it Bay. The Citadel is positioned at the entrance of the Eastern Harbour on the eastern edge of Pharos Island’s northern tip.

• Bibliotheca Alexandrina - Next, the tour will visit the world’s largest library: “Bibliotheca Alexandrina,” which currently houses 8 million books. Guests can explore its open court to view the statues of Ptolemy the First and Alexander the Great, both discovered underwater nearby. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore “The President Saddat Museum” and the “Alexandria Museum” of Impressions. Please note that the Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and legal holidays. A ticket is required to access the reading section. Finally, the tour will return to the starting location, taking approximately 2.5 hours via highway.

Please note that the Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays. However, if the visit occurs on a Friday, photos can still be taken in front of it.

• Ancient Roman Amphitheater - Lastly, the Roman Amphitheatre is one of Alexandria’s most renowned monuments. This is Egypt’s second most important city, following the capital, Cairo. While amphitheaters were spread across various countries like Greece, Italy, and Turkey during the Roman era, with many examples still present in Europe and the Middle East, the Roman Amphitheatre of Alexandria is the only one of its kind in Egypt.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by air-conditioned Car
• Qualified Egyptologist guide (If option selected)
• Entrance fees (If option selected)
• Lunch (If option selected)
• Non-English languages (If option selected)

Start your delightful day by meeting your guide at your hotel. This full-day private tour to Alexandria will take you on an exploration of the city’s rich ancient history. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle while your guide shares captivating stories about Alexandria.

Begin with “The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa,” an underground burial site that blends Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles. Visit “Pompey’s Pillar,” a towering Roman column, and pass by the modern “Alexandria Library,” a tribute to the ancient world’s center of knowledge.

Discover the Citadel of Qaitbay, constructed on the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, and conclude with the Roman Theater, a well-preserved relic of the city’s Roman history.

• Convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
• Stay refreshed with bottled water provided.
• Gain in-depth knowledge from a local guide.
• Enjoy comfortable, air-conditioned private transportation between sites.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.