If you are looking for a refreshing escape from Cairo, the Alexandria Full Day Tour from Cairo is the perfect choice. Known as the bride of the Mediterranean, Alexandria offers a unique blend of Greek, Roman, and Egyptian history along the beautiful coastline.
This full-day journey takes you through ancient landmarks, royal palaces, and stunning sea views, making it one of the most memorable experiences in Egypt.
Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Cairo and a scenic drive through the Western Desert toward Alexandria.
Start your visit at the royal Montazah Palace, once the summer residence of the Egyptian royal family.
Enjoy a relaxing walk through the vast gardens overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant in Alexandria’s famous coastal district (at your own expense).
Next, explore the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, built in the 15th century on the exact location of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
This fortress offers stunning sea views and rich historical significance.
Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, one of the largest ancient Roman monolithic columns ever built.
Standing tall in the heart of Alexandria, it represents the grandeur of Roman architecture in Egypt.
End your historical journey at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a fascinating underground burial site dating back to the 2nd century AD.
It showcases a unique blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles.
After a full day of exploration, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
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