Our expert tour guide will greet you at Alexandria Port to begin your day trip and ensure you have a fantastic experience.
First, visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, which date back to the Greco-Roman era. Your guide will provide a historical overview of Alexandria and its key attractions. Next, explore Pompey’s Pillar, the tallest pillar in Egypt.
The tour continues to the Citadel of Qaitbay, constructed in 1477 by Mamluk King Qaitbay to defend against Ottoman invasions. This fortress stands on the original site of the ancient lighthouse of Alexandria.
Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch prepared with fresh ingredients, or opt for chicken or a mixed grill. After lunch, visit the renowned Library of Alexandria. Rebuilt after an international design competition, the library symbolizes the revival of the ancient one, serving as a beacon of knowledge for scholars worldwide.
Following the main sights, your Egyptologist guide will lead you on a walking tour through Alexandria's streets and along the Corniche.
Finally, you'll be escorted back to Alexandria Port, where you'll be dropped off at the cruise ship exit door, as is standard with all our Alexandria shore excursions.