1. Departure from Alexandria Port:

Your tour driver will pick you up from the port in the morning, usually around 8-9 am.

2. Pompey’s Pillar:

Your first stop might be Pompey’s Pillar, a Roman triumphal column located in Alexandria. It is one of the largest ancient monolithic columns ever built.

3. Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa:

Next, you can visit the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, a historical archaeological site that represents a mixture of Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences. These tombs are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval World.

4. Qaitbay Citadel:

After exploring the tombs, you can visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fort located on the Mediterranean coast. It was built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

5. Lunch:

Take a break for lunch at one of the local restaurants, where you can enjoy traditional Egyptian cuisine or seafood dishes by the sea.

6. Bibliotheca Alexandrina:

After lunch, visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the largest and most important libraries in the world. It is a cultural center that houses millions of books and manuscripts, as well as museums and exhibition spaces.

7. Alexandria Corniche and Montazah Gardens:

Take a leisurely stroll along the Corniche, Alexandria’s waterfront promenade, and visit Montazah Gardens, a beautiful royal park with lush gardens and palaces.

8. Return to Alexandria Port:

After a full day of exploring Alexandria’s highlights, your guide will take you back to Alexandria Port in the late afternoon or early evening, allowing you to re-board your cruise ship.