Alexandria Day Trip – Montazah Exterior · EN | OLO Trip

Round‑trip private transportation from Cairo English‑speaking guide Entrance to Kom el‑Shoqafa (Catacombs) Bottled water Lunch · Montazah Exterior · EN

Depart Cairo early for a full‑day escape to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast — a city with a distinct coastal atmosphere and layers of history. This tour focuses on Alexandria’s most evocative sites: the underground Kom el‑Shoqafa catacombs, a unique Graeco‑Roman necropolis where Egyptian and classical motifs meet; a stop by Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum area to learn about the Roman-era column that still dominates the site; the seaside Qaitbay Citadel built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, offering dramatic coastal views; and a drive through the royal Montazah Gardens and palace area to admire the seaside parks from the outside. You’ll also see the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina from the exterior — its striking architecture and mosaic‑lined promenade are a fitting contemporary counterpoint to the ancient remains. The tour includes a local lunch and time to walk along parts of the Corniche. It’s designed to give a compact, well‑paced introduction to Alexandria’s archaeology, medieval fortifications, and seaside charm in one day. Timings and the order of stops may be adjusted on the day to allow for traffic, opening hours and visitor flow.

What's Included

  • Round‑trip private transportation from Cairo
  • English‑speaking guide
  • Entrance to Kom el‑Shoqafa (Catacombs)
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Parking and tolls
  • All service charges and taxes
  • Hotel pickup & drop‑off

Schedule

  1. 06:30 — Hotel pickup in Cairo and depart for Alexandria
  2. 09:30 — Arrival in Alexandria — short orientation stop on the Corniche
  3. 10:00 — Visit Kom el‑Shoqafa Catacombs (guided tour inside)
  4. 11:30 — Stop at Pompey’s Pillar and surrounding Roman remains
  5. 12:15 — Visit Qaitbay Citadel (exterior and seaside walk)
  6. 13:30 — Lunch at a local restaurant on the Corniche
  7. 15:00 — Drive to Montazah Palace gardens — exterior views and walk
  8. 16:00 — Stop at Bibliotheca Alexandrina — exterior visit and photo stop

Duration: 10-12 · Location: Alexandria, Egypt · From: $168.88