Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. You’ll meet your professional Egyptologist tour guide and driver, then relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic 3-hour journey to Alexandria.

Located in the ancient city of Alexandria, Pompey’s Pillar is the largest memorial column in Egypt, standing approximately 100 feet tall. Your tour begins here after a scenic 3-hour drive from Cairo in a private, air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by your guide and driver.

Next, explore the fascinating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt. This multi-level underground site showcases burial practices from the Greco-Roman period and features unique art that reflects a blend of Egyptian and Roman styles.

Visit the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, built on the exact site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Admire the architectural beauty of the Abo El Abbas Mosque—Alexandria’s most significant mosque. Then take a guided walking tour starting at the Unknown Soldier Memorial, weaving through traditional streets and local markets to experience authentic city life.

After a full day of exploration, enjoy a relaxing drive back to Cairo. You will be dropped off at your original pickup location or another preferred drop-off point within Cairo or Giza.

Continue with a panoramic view of the modern Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most significant libraries in the world, housing over 8 million books. Originally inaugurated in 2002, this architectural marvel pays tribute to the ancient library that once stood nearby.