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  • Explore Alexandria
  • Places to see
  • Things to do
  • Top sights
  • Attraction types

Library of Alexandria

Montaza Palace

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

Serapeum of Alexandria

Alexandria Port

Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria

Gadsby's Tavern Museum, Alexandria

Greco-Roman Museum

Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque

Alexandria National Museum

Roman theater in Kom El-Deka

Cavafy Museum, Alexandria

Landmarks & monuments

Archaeology

Museums & exhibitions

Shore excursions

Underground, catacombs & cemeteries

  • Top experiences

Ancient Egyptian history

Architecture

Bus & minivan tours

Private cruises

Quad & ATV tours

Diving

Hiking

Rail tours

Explore more things to do in Alexandria

From Cairo: Overnight Trip to Alexandria

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4.5555553 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
From Cairo: Overnight Trip to Alexandria
4.5555553 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.5555553 out of 5 stars
9 reviews

Uncover Alexandria’s treasures on a two-day journey! Explore ancient catacombs, the Roman Amphitheater, iconic landmarks, lush gardens, and coastal views, with unforgettable photo stops throughout.

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Your Cairo accommodation. In case of pick up from either Heliopolis (airport area ) or 06th of October or similar Areas , there is supplement
Wheelchair accessible

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Highlights

  • Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, an ancient Roman cemetery.
  • Marvel at Pompay’s Pillar with a memorable photo stop.
  • Tour the historic Citadel of Qaitbay inside and out.
  • Discover the Library of Alexandria, its museums, and iconic statues.
  • Stop at Abbo Elabbas Mosque and see the site of the ancient Lighthouse.

Full description

On day one, you will be picked up from your hotel and begin the journey to Alexandria. Once there, visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. 

Then, drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop. 

After that, visit the Citadel of Quaitbay from inside and take outstanding photos inside and outside of it before heading to the library of Alexandria. Visit it’s open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first. There, visit the library's reading halls, president Saddat Museum, and the impressions of Alexandria Museum.

On day two, be picked up from your hotel by your tour guide after breakfast. Then, travel to the biggest mosque in the city, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque(photo stop) before continuing to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the world. 

The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can quickly have a 2 minute stop by the King of Mango and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices plus have a photo stop at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approx 25 km away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater.

All of these will make for excellent photo opportunities, so don't forget your camera.
On your way back, pass by the famous bridge of Stanley, the landmark of modern Alexandria before returning to Cairo with an A/C car.

Includes

  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Alexandria on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
  • All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Expert tour guide
  • All service charges & taxes

Important information

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  • It is necessary to wear flat, closed and very comfortable shoes whilst taking this tour

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4.6 /5

based on 9 reviews

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GetYourGuide traveler – JapanMarch 13, 2025 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyJune 24, 2024 – Verified booking
Very nice guide, explained a lot and was knowledgeable. Saw a lot, covered all the highlights of the city well, unfortunately the hotel and the breakfast were not good. I have never had such a bad breakfast. The rooms were also really old and broken. However, I heard that the 4* hotel was much better and apparently had a good breakfast. The tour itself was great fun. There was also enough free time to look at things yourself.
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesMay 20, 2024 – Verified booking
It was a great tour and great guide. We toured all the stated sites, and then some. The Roman cataombs were most interesting. A mosque and the cathedral were also very interesting. Mohamed was a great guy.

Product ID: 171787

Activity provider:Ramses tours
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