Full Alexandria Tour from Cairo

About this excursion

Designed specifically for guests staying at hotels in Cairo and travelling to Alexandria for the excursion; it is not an Alexandria hotel-stay excursion. The tour includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Alexandria mosques.

Cut deep into the rock across several underground levels, these Roman-era catacombs blend Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles in a single burial complex — sphinxes and pharaonic gods carved in distinctly Greco-Roman poses. The lowest level is partially flooded and inaccessible, but the upper chambers, with their carved niches and central pillar tomb, are open to explore. Built in the 15th century on the Mediterranean shore, this fortress occupies the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — and even incorporates some of the lighthouse's original stone blocks in its walls. Its seafront setting makes for dramatic photos, especially with waves breaking against the surrounding rocks. This striking, discus-shaped modern building was constructed to commemorate the legendary ancient Library of Alexandria and now functions as a major library, museum, and cultural complex, complete with a planetarium and rotating exhibitions. Its sweeping glass-and-granite exterior facing the Mediterranean is as much a reason to visit as what's inside. A tour through Alexandria's most notable mosques, including the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque with its distinctive Andalusian-Islamic architecture, offers a look at the city's layered religious and cultural history along the Mediterranean coast. The mosque's location near the old fishing harbor also makes for an easy pairing with a stroll along the Corniche.

Dress Code & What to Wear

Requirements:
For visits to mosques or other religious sites, wear modest clothing that covers the shoulders and knees. Shoes may need to be removed before entering a mosque. Women should carry a lightweight scarf in case a head covering is requested at a religious site.

Recommendations:
Wear comfortable walking shoes and lightweight clothing suitable for sightseeing. A hat, sunglasses and sun protection are recommended.

Schedule & Availability

Daily · 07:00 – 19:00

Excursion Rates

110.00 EUR per adult

1. Catacombs Pillar (Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa)
Cut deep into the rock across several underground levels, these Roman-era catacombs blend Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles in a single burial complex — sphinxes and pharaonic gods carved in distinctly Greco-Roman poses. The lowest level is partially flooded and inaccessible, but the upper chambers, with their carved niches and central pillar tomb, are open to explore.

2. Qaitbay Citadel
Built in the 15th century on the Mediterranean shore, this fortress occupies the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — and even incorporates some of the lighthouse's original stone blocks in its walls. Its seafront setting makes for dramatic photos, especially with waves breaking against the surrounding rocks.

3. Alexandria Library (Bibliotheca Alexandrina)
This striking, discus-shaped modern building was constructed to commemorate the legendary ancient Library of Alexandria and now functions as a major library, museum, and cultural complex, complete with a planetarium and rotating exhibitions. Its sweeping glass-and-granite exterior facing the Mediterranean is as much a reason to visit as what's inside.

4. Mosques (Alexandria)
A tour through Alexandria's most notable mosques, including the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque with its distinctive Andalusian-Islamic architecture, offers a look at the city's layered religious and cultural history along the Mediterranean coast. The mosque's location near the old fishing harbor also makes for an easy pairing with a stroll along the Corniche.

Cancellation Policy

3 day(s) before: 50% cancellation charge
Cancellations made 3 days before the excursion date are subject to a 50% cancellation charge.

2 day(s) before: 100% cancellation charge
Cancellations made 2 days or less before the excursion date, including no-shows, are subject to a 100% cancellation charge.

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