(Qaitbay Citadel – Roman Theater – Catacombs – Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Pompey’s Pillar)
Overview
📸 Optional Add-On:
• Professional photographer to document the tour – €100/daypey’s Pillar)
Itinerary
Your day begins along the beautiful Mediterranean coast with a visit to the historic Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Inside the fortress, you'll explore:
Defensive towers and soldiers' quarters
A small historic mosque
Stone passageways and inner chambers
And finally, ascend to the rooftop for a panoramic view of Alexandria's coastline and harbor
Your guide will share the fascinating history of this defensive stronghold, built by Sultan Qaitbay in the 15th century to protect Egypt from sea invasions.
Next, visit Egypt’s only discovered Roman theater, dating back to the 2nd century AD and located in the heart of Alexandria.
Descend into the largest known multi-level Roman burial site in Egypt, a unique fusion of Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman architectural styles.
You'll explore:
A main burial chamber with intricately carved walls
Spiraling stone staircases and subterranean passageways
Triclinium (banquet hall) where families dined to honor the dead
Incredible statues and reliefs that merge Roman togas with Pharaonic symbols
This mysterious underground necropolis offers a rare glimpse into the blend of cultures that once coexisted in Alexandria.
A visit to the modern-day revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria — a beacon of global knowledge and cultural exchange.
Your tour includes:
The stunning main reading hall that accommodates over 8 million books
The Manuscript Museum, housing ancient texts, rare maps, and original scrolls
The History of Science Museum, with interactive displays and inventions
Permanent art exhibitions and impressive modern architecture
Learn how this project was envisioned as a world-class cultural hub, paying homage to one of the greatest libraries in human history.
Your final stop is at the iconic Pompey’s Pillar, one of the most prominent Roman monuments in Egypt. Standing 27 meters tall, the granite column was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the 3rd century AD.
Around the site, you'll see:
The ruins of the Serapeum Temple, once a major religious site
Sphinx statues carved from pink granite
Remnants of altars and ancient enclosures
Your guide will delve into the symbolic and political significance of the column and the Serapeum’s role as a sacred and scholarly center.
Midway through the tour, enjoy a lavish buffet lunch at a well-known Alexandrian restaurant overlooking the sea.
The buffet features:
Traditional Egyptian dishes
Freshly prepared Mediterranean seafood
Salads, desserts, and refreshing beverages
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- 💼 Tour Includes:
- 🚐 Roundtrip private air-conditioned transportation from/to Cairo
- 🧭 Expert English-speaking tour guide
- 🍽️ Open buffet lunch (Egyptian and seafood specialties)
- 💧 One bottle of mineral water per person
- 📍 Pickup and drop-off at any Cairo location (hotel – airport – residence)
- 👶 Children under 5 years old: Free of charge
Cost Excludes
FAQs
6:00 AM (Departure from Cairo) – 8:00 PM (Return)