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From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel

5.0(7 reviews) Cairo 12 hoursHistorical Sites
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel
From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel

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Explore Alexandria from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Theater of Kom El-Dikka, and Qaitbay Citadel.

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Veronica

Italy · Oct 2026

Hamed is a very kind and helpful guide who speaks Italian very well. Highly recommended. The library is very beautiful, as is the citadel. A must-do visit.

Original language: Italian

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Traveller

Italy · Oct 2026

Visiting Alexandria, Egypt, with Magdi was fantastic: he was very knowledgeable and friendly, and it was an experience you absolutely shouldn't miss!*

Original language: Italian

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Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours before — full refund

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Duration

12 hours

Live guide

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Pickup

Pick-up from your hotel in the pickup area shown on the map. Pickup from locations outside the area may be available for an additional fee.

Wheelchair accessible

About this tour

Explore Alexandria from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Theater of Kom El-Dikka, and Qaitbay Citadel.

Leave Cairo behind and travel to Alexandria, Egypt's legendary Mediterranean city. With your Egyptologist guide, discover how Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Islamic history shaped one of the ancient world's most influential cities.

After pickup from your accommodation, relax in an air-conditioned vehicle during the journey north.

Your first major experience is the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, where underground burial chambers reveal a fascinating blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman traditions. Descend beneath the city and explore one of Alexandria's most distinctive archaeological sites.

Continue to the Serapeum of Alexandria, once one of the city's most important religious complexes. Discover the archaeological remains and see the famous site of Pompey's Pillar, a striking monument that recalls Alexandria's Roman past.

Next, visit Kom El-Dikka, home to Alexandria's famous Roman theater and surrounding archaeological remains. Walk among traces of ancient baths, residences, mosaics, and spaces that offer a glimpse into the daily life of the Roman and Byzantine city.

Pause for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey through Alexandria.

Stop outside the striking Bibliotheca Alexandrina for photographs and views of one of modern Alexandria's most recognizable landmarks.

Finish your Alexandria experience at Qaitbay Citadel, dramatically positioned on the Mediterranean coast. Built in the late 15th century on the site associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, the fortress offers one of the day's strongest historical and photographic experiences.

After exploring the citadel with your guide, relax on your journey back to Cairo with unforgettable memories of Egypt's Mediterranean capital.

Why travelers love this

  • Skip the ticket line
  • Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the Roman Theater of Kom El-Dikka
  • Visit the Qaitbay Citadel and enjoy views of the Mediterranean coast
  • Learn about Alexandria's history from your Egyptologist guide
  • Enjoy a break for lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria
  • Travel in comfort with a private transfer from Cairo or Giza

Highlights

  • Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the Roman Theater of Kom El-Dikka
  • Visit the Qaitbay Citadel and enjoy views of the Mediterranean coast
  • Learn about Alexandria's history from your Egyptologist guide
  • Enjoy a break for lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria
  • Travel in comfort with a private transfer from Cairo or Giza

Itinerary

  1. Pickup – Cairo

    Hotel pickup

  2. Van transfer

    3 hours

    Drive by van

  3. 1

    Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

    1 hour

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk

  4. 2

    Serapeum of Alexandria

    30 minutes

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk

  5. 3

    Roman theater in Kom El-Deka

    30 minutes

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

  6. Alexandria

    1 hour

    Break time, Lunch

  7. 4

    Library of Alexandria

    10 minutes

    Photo stop

  8. 5

    Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria

    1 hour

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk

  9. Van transfer

    3 hours

    Drive by van

  10. Return to Cairo

    Drop-off at your hotel

Stops on this trip

See the full route5 stops · opens Google Maps

What's included

  • Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Entrance fees to listed attractions (Library photo stop only)
  • Bottled water
  • Not included
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Long-range pickup or drop-off service
  • Personal expenses
  • Any services not specifically listed under inclusions

Good to know

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Credit card
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash
  • Personal medication

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Drones
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Know before you go

  • Children of all ages are welcome and must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • Pickup times are approximate and will be confirmed 1 Day before the tour.
  • The duration includes transportation between Cairo and Alexandria.
  • Photography is generally permitted, subject to venue regulations and your guide's instructions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts — 100% refund.

After that and until 24 hours before: 50% refund.

Less than 24 hours before the start or no-show: no refund.

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What travelers say

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Based on 7 verified reviews

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Veronica

Italy · Oct 2026

Hamed is a very kind and helpful guide who speaks Italian very well. Highly recommended. The library is very beautiful, as is the citadel. A must-do visit.

Original language: Italian

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Traveller

Italy · Oct 2026

Visiting Alexandria, Egypt, with Magdi was fantastic: he was very knowledgeable and friendly, and it was an experience you absolutely shouldn't miss!*

Original language: Italian

M

Miriam

Mexico · Oct 2026

A very good experience. We got to share the sightseeing tour with our friends from Italy, Josefina, Ítalo, and Idalia. Along the way, Magdí and Alí were extremely attentive from the time of pickup until lunchtime. We loved the experience.

Original language: Spanish

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Traveller

United Kingdom · Oct 2026

It was a great trip especially because our tour guide Ali was amazing. He was very engaging, hospitable and friendly. He had great knowledge of the area and was helpful towards everyone’s requirements in the group. Thank you Ali

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Traveller

Türkiye · Oct 2026

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NIKOLAOS

Greece · Oct 2026

An unforgettable experience! Beyond the magnificent places we visited, our tour guide, Ali, was absolutely phenomenal! A truly exceptional guide, characterized by passion, knowledge, and an inspiring personality! You should really book that trip!

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Stephanie

Germany · Oct 2026

The tour guide is very good. The driver was also very good. It doesn't get any better than this.

Original language: German

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