Alexandria Day Trip

Greeks, Romans... the cultural legacy of Alexandria can be seen in every one of its monuments and archaeological sites. Immerse yourself in the past with this excursion from Cairo.

Day Trip Details

At 6:30 AM, we will depart from Cairo to Alexandria, the most significant Mediterranean city in Egypt.

Our tour begins at the Alexandria port, where we will visit the Qaitibay Citadel, a defensive complex built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitibay, where the Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood. The lighthouse was destroyed by earthquakes, and its remains were utilized in the construction of the citadel.

Next, we proceed to the Kom el Shoqafa Catacombs, showcasing the blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman culture through its relief artwork. We will explore three levels of passages, tunnels, and galleries that form the necropolis. Nearby, we will find Pompey's Pillar, formerly located at a temple dedicated to the Greco-Egyptian God Serapis.

Afterward, we will have lunch in central Alexandria, featuring fish and seafood rice. In the evening, we will visit The New Alexandria Library, honoring the ancient library from the 3rd century BC. This modern library, reopened in 2002, now serves as a major cultural hub in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Finally, we will return to Cairo's hotels approximately 12 hours later.

The New Alexandria Library

Please note that the New Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays, and on Saturdays, it is open only from 10 AM to 2 PM. If the tour is on these days, we will instead visit the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque and Ledge.

The guided visit to the New Alexandria Library is offered in English, French, and Arabic.

Children under 12 cannot visit the New Alexandria Library and may instead visit the Children's Museum.