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Alexandria Highlights Tour: Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel & Pompey’s Pillar

Alexandria Highlights Tour: Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel & Pompey’s Pillar

Per Person Based on 2 travelers

$62.00

Duration

1 day

Max People

50

Tour Type

private

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Alexandria Highlights Tour: Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel & Pompey's Pillar

Discover the rich history and coastal beauty of Alexandria on a fascinating full-day tour to three of the city's most iconic landmarks. Explore the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, admire the impressive Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and visit the towering Pompey's Pillar, one of the largest ancient Roman monuments in Egypt. This tour offers a perfect blend of ancient history, Roman heritage, Islamic architecture, and breathtaking seaside views.

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation by modern air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and Qaitbay Citadel
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled mineral water during the tour
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Plan

Hotel Pick-up

Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Alexandria or Cairo (depending on your selected tour option) in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Begin your exploration at Alexandria's most famous archaeological site, where you will:

  • Descend into the remarkable underground Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
  • Discover a unique blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles.
  • Explore ancient burial chambers, tunnels, statues, and ceremonial halls.
  • Learn about the fascinating history of this extraordinary necropolis.

Visit Pompey's Pillar

Continue to Pompey's Pillar, where you will:

  • Admire one of the largest Roman triumphal columns ever built outside Rome.
  • Explore the surrounding archaeological site and ancient temple remains.
  • Learn about Alexandria's Roman history and the significance of this remarkable monument.

Lunch Break

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant featuring fresh seafood or traditional Egyptian cuisine.

Visit Qaitbay Citadel

Head to the magnificent Qaitbay Citadel, where you will:

  • Explore the impressive 15th-century fortress built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.
  • Walk along the fortress walls while enjoying spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Learn about the citadel's role in protecting Alexandria throughout history.
  • Capture stunning photographs of Alexandria's beautiful coastline.

Return to Your Hotel

After a memorable day exploring Alexandria's historical treasures, relax as you are transferred back to your hotel.

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