Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa & Pompey's Pillar Tour
A unique blend of Egyptian, Greek and Roman burial traditions underground
About this activity
Descend into Alexandria's fascinating Greco-Roman-Egyptian catacombs, then visit the ancient Pompey's Pillar on this half-day tour.
Full description
Your guide leads you down into the catacombs' carved chambers, pointing out the unusual mixing of Egyptian gods carved in Roman dress, before continuing to Pompey's Pillar, a massive granite column that has stood for nearly two thousand years.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide
Not included
- Catacombs and Pompey's Pillar entry tickets
- Gratuities
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Unique blend of Egyptian, Greek and Roman funerary art
- ✓One of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval World
- ✓Ancient Pompey's Pillar
- ✓Compact, easy half-day format
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Pickup from your Alexandria hotel
- 2 Guided descent into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- 3 Visit Pompey's Pillar
- 4 Return to your hotel
Why Choose This Tour
Nowhere else in Egypt shows Egyptian, Greek and Roman artistic traditions combined so directly in one site.
The underground catacombs offer welcome relief from the sun compared to open-air sites.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Half day (4 hours)
Alexandria, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh & Marsa Alam
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
