Catacombs of Kom al-Shoqafa, This is the most impressive of Alexandria’s ancient remains, dating from the 2nd century AD. Excavation started in 1892, and the catacombs were discovered accidentally eight years later when a donkey fell through a chamber ceiling. A long spiral staircase leads to the main hall. The stairs run down the outside of a shaft, which excavators used to transport the bodies of the dead. The staircase leads to three floors of Amazing mixed art, Unique example that display's ancient Egyptian mixed with the Greco-Roman art in one place. at the same sight you will also see some other tombs totally cut and transferred to be displayed at Kom El Shoqafa.
Pompey’s Pillar (Serapium Oracle). Despite being Alexandria’s most famous tourist sight, Pompey’s Pillar is a disappointment. After all, it’s just a granite pillar—albeit at 88 feet, a very tall one placed on a hill surrounded by ruins. the pillar was misnamed after Pompeii's (106—48 Bc) by the Crusaders. In fact, it dates to the 3rd century AD, when i was erected in honor of the emperor Diocletian on the site of a Ptolemaic temple to Serapis. Helpful signs on the ruins name each virtually empty spot as a “pool” or “bath,” which to the untrained eye look like indistinguishable rocks, The late-model sphinxes lying around on pedestals add a little character, The most interesting element, ironically, is that from the hill you can get a glimpse inside the walled cemetery next door, as well as a view of a long and busy market street. & Corner of Amoud El Sawary.
See the Amazing Fort of Qaitbay also called the citadel of Qaitbay, it was constructed in 1479 ad. it was build to protect and fortify Egypt north shores from the crusades attacks. Also this fortress was build on the ruins of the Ancient lighthouse of Alexandria. there you will enjoy the best views of Alexandria and best fresh air ever.
The Andalusian style Mosque, on which the Al-Mursi Abu Al-Abbas Mosque was built, is characterized by domes and also the abundance of columns that support the roof, and also the minaret is tall, And also the arabesque and mosaic works within the windows and doors, and therefore the ornate mihrab raised from the minbar, all of this was evident inside the Abu Al-Abbas Al-Marsa Mosque, because it contains 16 marble and granite columns, and every column is one piece octagonal in shape, ending with a crown about eight meters high, four columns Ones of traction. Actually it's the main Mosque of Alexandria and it was built by Italian Engineer Mario Rossy.
The Library of Alexandria’s also know as Bibliotheca Alexandrina, ancient library was one of the greatest of all classical institutions, and while replacing it might seem a Herculean task, the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina manages this with aplomb. Opened in 2002, this impressive piece of modern architecture is a deliberate attempt to rekindle the brilliance of the original center of learning and culture. The complex has become one of Egypt’s major cultural venues and a stage for numerous international performers, and is home to a collection of brilliant museums.
We greatly enjoyed our city tour! Sally was such a welcoming and informative city guide. She navigated the sights with us smoothly and helped us even beat some of the crowds. She treated us to a coffee stop and an Egyptian treat local spot. Can’t thank you enough Sally!
All as promised. Great service and information. Excellent lunch. Well worth the reasonable cost for the private tour.
Shaina was a wonderful guide. We enjoyed her company as well as her information. Library of Alexandria was a great site to visit and the A/C worked very well. Each site had excellent historical value which we all enjoyed learning. Although we were very hot most of the time, it was cool to have the little van all to ourselves. Thank you for the informative and entertaining day.
Tarek was a great guide - very flexible and particularly strong on the catacombs and the citadel. Took great care to accommodate our dietary needs for lunch. Do give him a nudge to spend extra time at Pompey’s Pillar, so you can make sure you see the sanctuary and the old library. Greco-Roman museum is not on the tour, but was a great recommendation, and very, very easy to do self-guided after the walking tour.
We had an amazing day exploring the beautiful and historic city of Alexandria with our guide, Tori. From start to finish, the tour-organized, informative, and filled with unforgettable sights. We began at the impressive Fort of Qaitbay (Citadel of Qaitbay), where Tori brought the history of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria to life. From there, we visited the stunning Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, a spiritual and architectural gem. Next, we ventured underground to the haunting and fascinating Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, followed by a stop at the monumental Pompey's Pillar, where Tori shared insightful stories that made the ruins truly come alive. One of the highlights of the day was the Bibliotheca Alexandrina — an inspiring modern marvel that beautifully honors the legacy of the ancient library. Tori was not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also entertaining, making history engaging and fun throughout the tour. We also want to give a big shout-out to our driver, Mohammed, who was absolutely phenomenal — professional, courteous, and made the journey between sites smooth and comfortable. We ended our tour with a delicious meal at Branzino Restaurant, where we enjoyed fresh local fish and creamy hummus while overlooking the Mediterranean Sea — the perfect way to wrap up a spectacular day. If you’re visiting Alexandria, don’t miss it — highly recommended!
Eslam was an excellent tour guide. Very kind and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the Alexandria Private tour. The car was comfortable a/c was on point and service was excellent. I will recommend Eslam 100%
Our guide was TAREK extremely knowledgeable, courteous prompt and a lot of fun. We had the best day saw all the important sights plus more. Thank you for giving us such an enjoyable experience.
I had an amazing day exploring Alexandria with Tarek! He is very warm, kind, well versed in Egyptian history and clearly passionate about the subject. As a solo woman traveler, I felt very comfortable. The itinerary he planned was fantastic and he is hands down the best guide I have had on my trip! He very graciously accommodated my last minute request to visit the Greco-Roman Museum even though it wasn’t part of the plan and I really appreciated his flexibility. It would definitely recommend him to all my friends visiting Egypt!
We thoroughly enjoyed our exploration of the city of Alexandria with Tarek. It was one of the most memorable tours we have experienced in Egypt. Tarek proved to be an incredibly knowledgeable and engaging guide, providing us with fascinating insights into the Greco-Roman history of Egypt as well as modern facts about the country. We highly recommend Tarek for anyone looking to delve deeper into Egypt's rich history and culture. Highly recommend.
Having Tarek as a tour guide was great and we had a great time in Alexandria. Great communication and car, as well as accommodating our needs.
This tour was awesome. Tarek was thorough, knowledgeable and timely with the tour. He took us to all of the highlighted sites in Alexandria. His vehicle was comfortable. In addition to the above positive attributes, he was also kind. He also took us to authentic places to shop with great quality. We enjoyed the tour and would recommend it highly.
Mr Tarek was a great guide. Picked us up in a comfortable van on time. Understood what we liked as a group and delivered. It’s hard to engage a group that includes an active 4 year old and his elderly grandparents but Tarek delivered and kept everyone engaged. He even spoke some Russian with our Russian guests along with English and Arabic. I highly recommend to reach out to him for a customized tour experience.
Best guide ever. I have no complaints about this tour. Everything is taken care of to the maximum and every agreement with the guide is very easy. The guide is very informed and you will enjoy listening to him.
Tarek is an extremely knowledgeable Egyptologist who provides a very accessible, easy approach to his tour guiding. I enjoyed both historical context for the ancient sites I saw but also the little tid bits that make learning about them fun! He is also a trove of information about Egypt’s more recent history and that made for interesting conversation. I enjoyed spending time with and learning from him.
Tour was amazing and guide was awesome too! If you consider going to Alexandria, I recommend you to book this guide because you’ll have an unforgettable experience.
I recently took a tour of Alexandria and had an exceptional experience. The city's rich history and vibrant culture were truly captivating. Our guide was outstanding—knowledgeable, engaging, and enthusiastic, which made the tour both informative and enjoyable. Their insights and stories brought the city's past to life and enhanced the overall experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring Alexandria's heritage.
Everything is amazing. Tour guide is very informed and very good speaker. I will go again on this tour. Price is very good for this.
Tarek gave us the best experience ever in Egypt, although I come quite often. He is welcoming, smiling, informative and has his ways with kids. He was very flexible and accommodating and his car was spotless clean and super comfortable. He loves what he does and it shows in everything he do. Highly recommended.
I've to admit it was one of the best to be honest, I had an outstanding experience and an exciting journey to remember, also I want to thank the staff for being very helpful, reliable and the organization was cool, I hope to repeat this experience again... Thank you
We booked a full-day tour of Alexandria, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. We thoroughly enjoyed immersing ourselves in the rich Greco-Roman history of the city and delving into the captivating story of Queen Cleopatra. The sights we encountered were truly breathtaking. Alexandria, with its stunning sea views and charming old European-style buildings lining the city center, exudes a unique beauty. Additionally, we had the pleasure of indulging in the delectable local Egyptian cuisine, which proved to be a delightful culinary experience. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for providing us with such a memorable journey.
A great way of taking a day trip from Cario. We went around the city to see the major places such as the catacombs, citadel and library. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. He even took us to a great seaside restaurant to end our tour! Five stars plus Tarek!!!
We were fortunate to have a private tour of Alexandria during our voyage on the Norwegian Gem cruise. Everything exceeded our expectations, as the pick-up and drop-off were punctual. Both the tour guide and the driver were exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Alexandria truly is a remarkable city, with its stunning sea views from the Citadel Quiet Bay Castle. We look forward to returning next year for another memorable experience.
The tour was perfect! We took a Private tour with Tarek, The car was luxurious and Tarek was such a wonderful guide, we felt very safe and secure. The itinerary was perfect, we covered most of Alexandria sightseeing in obe full day. We got to learn a lot of history about the beautiful city of Alexandria. Thank you Cheers,
We had the best private tour of Alexandria with Tarek! We enjoyed a very special historical tour exploring Alexandria highlights including the Roman catacombs, the pompiis pillar, The citadel, Library , and Abu el Abbas Mosque, we got to try Egyptian local food , We loved The Egyptian flafel so much. Thank you Tarek
Tarek was a wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide. His knowledge of archaeology and clear love of his country and culture made for a fascinating and informative tour. Our driver made getting from place to place easy and convenient, and trying authentic Egyptian food for breakfast and lunch added to the adventure. The Citadel, Mosque, Alexandria Library, catacombs and Roman amphitheater were not just seen but explained. Not to mention that Tarek was also an excellent photographer so we have wonderful memories of our visit to take with us!
Tarek and Sharif were fantastic! Tarek did an excellent job in explaining the history of the city, country and the wonderful sites we visited. Sharif was masterful in driving through the city and ensuring we were close to the sites. They were professional, knowledgeable, flexible, friendly, etc. They became our friends. The best tour we had throughout our cruising career.
We took a tour with Tarek to explore Alexandria where we docked during a cruise. Tarek was incredible while communicating from the get go and throughout. He tailored a tour according to our needs and interests. We visited the new library (a must), a local market and a hidden old colonial bar, ate local food and had a lot of interesting insights.
An awesome food tour of Alexandria with Tarek! We were allowed to taste selected and special food and felt completely comfortable. All the food tasted great and we tried many new local delicacies. Along the way, we were given a guided tour of the city and explored Alexandria from a side only locals otherwise know. The tour was absolutely custom designed and adapted to our needs. The pick up and drop off service to the hotel was very pleasant. Best Food Tour in Town! Thank you Tarek!
The food tour with Tarek in Alexandria was just great! Tarek not only showed us a lot about the city but also made the tour incredibly personal and individual. We were led to local insider tips and even taken to a local supermarket where we were allowed to discover delicacies we would never have otherwise tasted. We were particularly impressed that we suddenly learned to love dishes we didn't really like ! He has always felt exactly what suits us and was very sensitive. The tour was pleasant and not too strenuous as Tarek dosed the walk well. Our conclusion: We would recommend this tour to everyone and recommend doing it right on the first day of your stay. Afterwards you are perfectly equipped to explore the city on your own. Thanks for the unforgettable experience – we couldn’t have asked for a better tour!
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