Explore Alexandria's most iconic fortress — built on the exact site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse — and the city's astonishing Greco-Roman Museum, where 50,000 artefacts span 2,000 years of Mediterranean civilisation. Pure, distilled Alexandrian grandeur.
What to expect
You begin at the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay, perched dramatically on the Mediterranean shore where the legendary Pharos once blazed. Your guide traces the fortress's Mamluk architecture and the blocks of the ancient lighthouse still visible in its walls, with sweeping sea views from the battlements. The afternoon moves to the Greco-Roman Museum — recently reopened after a decade of restoration — where mummified crocodiles, Alexander-era coins, and exquisite marble statuary tell the story of Alexandria's cosmopolitan golden age.
Good to know
Both sites are close to the port — total transfers are under 30 minutes. Ideal if your ship has a shorter port call or you prefer not to commit to the full Cairo day. The museum reopened in 2023; confirm current opening hours before your visit. Comfortable walking shoes essential on the Citadel's uneven stonework.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Alexandria — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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