Tour to Alexandria from cairo by car

Go on tours to Alexandria and explore the beauty of Egypt’s second largest city. See Roman tombs, the Roman temple complex, Sultan Qaitbey’s Mausoleum, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and enjoy fresh fish at seaside restaurants.

Pyramids Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and transfer to enjoy amazing day trip to Alexandria.

First, join our tours to Alexandria and visit Pompey’s Pillar. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria.

Then drive to the Catacombs, the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria, and then proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the old lighthouse location. The citadel was named after Sultan Ashraf Qaitbay, who wanted to protect Alexandria city from Ottoman Empire threats.

Qaitbay Citadel is one of the top attractions in Alexandria for its historic value and strategic position. Next, visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a revival of the legendary ancient library built in classical Greek times, restoring Alexandria as a center for learning and exchange. Finally, drive back to your hotel in Cairo.