Take a day trip to explore the pearl of the Mediterranean and the second-largest city in Egypt. Start your day by discovering the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a historical archaeological site that was once considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. Follow with a visit to Pompey's Pillar, a triumphal Roman column and one of the largest ancient monoliths. Next, stop by the Qaitbay Fort, which once served as a strong fortress against naval attacks. End the day with a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (the Great Library of Alexandria), one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world.