Alexandria weekend — the Mediterranean in 2 days
Two unhurried days in Alexandria: the catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar and the Qaitbay Citadel, then the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza gardens and the Corniche.
Overview
Alexandria rewards a slower visit. With a night by the sea, the main sites fit comfortably into two days, with time left for the Corniche, a seafood dinner and the gardens of Montaza.
Day by day
- 1
Day 1 · Ancient Alexandria
By roadDrive from Cairo. The Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Qaitbay Citadel on the harbour; evening on the Corniche.
Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa · Pompey’s Pillar · Qaitbay Citadel
- 2
Day 2 · Library and gardens
On footThe Bibliotheca Alexandrina in the morning, the Montaza gardens after lunch, and the drive back to Cairo.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina · Montaza gardens
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Cities
- Alexandria
- Pace
- Relaxed
- Best for
- Residents, couples, families
Licensed guide in your language, subject to availability
Included in this program
- Vehicle with driver for the whole weekend
- Licensed guide during sightseeing
- One hotel night in Alexandria as stated in your quote
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses and tips
- Optional activities not in your quote
Road reality
- Cairo ⇄ Alexandria: about 3 h each way by road (≈220 km)
Times are approximate and depend on traffic, season and schedules.
Good to know
- Summer weekends are busy on the coast; book early.
- Ask for a sea-view room if the Corniche matters to you.
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Reference: WF-0000 · Alexandria weekend — the Mediterranean in 2 days
| Day 1 | Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa · Pompey’s Pillar · Qaitbay Citadel By road |
| Day 2 | Bibliotheca Alexandrina · Montaza gardens On foot |
| … | |
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