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Alexandria is a city of history, culture, and beauty. It is the second-largest city in Egypt and the home of the legendary Library of Alexandria, the ancient center of learning and civilization. If you book my experience at Alexandria from Cairo, You will visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern reincarnation of the ancient library, which houses millions of books and exhibits . You will also see the Fort Qaitbey, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the former Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will also explore the Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqqafa, a Roman-era underground necropolis with tombs, statues, and paintings. You will also enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and a scenic drive along the Corniche, the waterfront promenade that offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. This is a unique opportunity to discover the legacy of one of the oldest
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Traveler pickup is offered.
Cairo or Giza Hotel
Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Itinerary
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1Alexandria
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in cairo to head to Alexandria for approximately 3 Hours Start your tour with visiting to the Alexandria Library, the largest library in Egypt and one of the most important libraries in the world.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Then we will take you to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an ancient underground burial site that dates back to the 2nd century AD. You'll have a chance to explore the catacombs and see the unique blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences in their architecture.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Pompey's Pillar
Next, you'll visit Pompey's Pillar, a massive column that stands over 25 meters tall and is believed to have been erected in honor of the Roman Emperor Diocletian.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Lighthouse of Alexandria
After Lunch the final stop on the tour is the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress that was built to protect Alexandria from invadersThe final stop on the tour is the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress that was built to protect Alexandria from invaders. You'll have a chance to explore the fortress and take in the stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Then you will back to Cairo for approximately 3 hours to drop you off at your hotel
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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