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Discover one of Egypt's most impressive historical cities; Alexandria, on a full-day tour from Cairo. Tour Alexandria's most significant and fascinating spots with your private tour guide. See the Greek and Roman masterpieces ruins at the National Museum or the Graeco-Roman Museum, descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, with the beautiful artworks, visit the Roman Theater, take in views from the 15-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the New Alexandria library at your own pace. Feast on a delicious lunch at a good quality restaurant.
Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your Hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Itinerary
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1Alexandria National Museum
Our expert tour guide will pick you up at 6:30am from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza to Alexandria which is 220 km away from Cairo. Arrive Alexandria around 9:30 am and start your day tour by visiting the National Museum, home to Greek and Roman era masterpiece ruins discovered under the water shores of Alexandria. Supper impressive old stuff right here. Or, maybe visit the Graeco-Roman Museum (depends which one is open to public)
2 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Then you will visit The Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa, one of the world's largest Roman burial sites, the Catacombs are one of Alexandria's most popular attractions. Descend into a network of underground passages, tombs, and antechambers via a spiral staircase over a three-level tombstone, a large Roman-style banquet room, where relatives of the deceased traditionally hosted memorial meals. Inside are 2nd Century statues of Sobek and Anubis wearing Roman Armor.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Ancient Roman Amphitheater
Proceed to the Roman Theater, of which seats are made out of marble stones and the floor has a big section of mosaic and a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas and baths.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Our Alexandria day tour continues with a visit to the Alexandria Library. Inspired by the original great library of Alexandria, the modern library was built to hold over eight million books. Built between 1995 and 2002, it's an impressive homage to the ancient splendor of Alexandria. Pick your jaws up off the ground and explore!
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Enjoy photo stop at Qaitbay Citadel; a defensive 15-century fortress built on the ruins of the light house of Alexandria; one of the ancient world's seven wonders.
Admission ticket free -
6Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
Finish your tour at Al Mursi Abu Alabbas mosque(from outside),an elaborate structure built to honor a Sufi Saint, and have a free walk on the Cornish. Finally,drive in comfort back to your hotel in Cairo.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All Hotels in Cairo or Giza.
- other languages available with extra charge upon your request.
- Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary by card.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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