Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: Pompeii's Pillar & Kom Tomb

Eight hours to see Alexandria's monuments in one trip from Cairo

A guided day tour from Cairo to Alexandria visits the Library of Alexandria, the Roman Amphitheater, Kom (the largest tomb), and Pompeii's Pillar in a single eight-hour outing. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport are included. A live English-speaking guide leads the stops. Entrance fees and lunch are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Alexandria day tour from Cairo

• Pick up from hotel in Cairo
• Travel to Alexandria
• Visit the Library of Alexandria
• See statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy
• Visit Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum
• Visit Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria
• Visit largest tomb in Kom
• Visit Pompey's Pillar

The experience

The day starts with hotel pickup in Cairo and a drive to Alexandria. Once there, the tour opens at the Library of Alexandria, which holds 8 million books and sits as the largest library in the world. You walk through the open court to see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the First, which was recovered from underwater nearby. The library's free museums (the Saddat Museum and the Impressions of Alexandria Museum) are also accessible on the same visit. Note that the library closes on Fridays and public holidays, and entry to the reading area requires a separate ticket.

Next is the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria, where you see sunken monuments that were discovered beneath the East harbor. The car then takes you to Kom, the largest tomb, followed by Pompeii's Pillar, described as the most famous column in the world. Many visitors choose to stop for lunch at a restaurant overlooking the sea, where fresh fish is a common order, though this meal is arranged separately. The tour also includes a photo stop at the famous citadel from the outside before the return drive to Cairo.

What’s included

• Bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• air-conditioned vehicle for transport from Cairo to Alexandria and between sites.
• hotel pickup in Cairo and return transport.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (36 to 55 years) · Senior (62 to 65 years) · Youth (17 to 27 years) · Child (4 to 15 years): free · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availableNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Choose this shared tour if you want a structured itinerary hitting multiple sites in one day. Pick a private tour or self-guided option if you'd rather linger at fewer locations or set your own pace.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (17 to 27 years); Child (4 to 15 years): free; Infant (under 2): free.

What is the Library of Alexandria like when you visit?

The Library of Alexandria holds 8 million books and features an open court with statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First, which was found underwater. Free museum collections (the Saddat Museum and Impressions of Alexandria Museum) are also part of the visit. Entry to the reading area requires a separate ticket purchase.

Can I see the Roman Amphitheater on this tour?

Yes. The Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria is one of the main stops, and it displays sunken monuments that were discovered under the East harbor.

What is Pompeii's Pillar?

Pompeii's Pillar is described as the most famous column in the world and is one of the key landmarks visited during the Alexandria portion of the day.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. Many visitors stop at a restaurant overlooking the sea for a meal, which you arrange and pay for separately.

Are entrance fees to the sites included?

Entrance fees and tickets to the attractions are not included. You pay these separately at each site.

How long is the full day tour?

The tour runs eight to nine hours from hotel pickup in Cairo through the return drive, covering the Library of Alexandria, Roman Amphitheater, Kom tomb, Pompeii's Pillar and the citadel photo stop.