From Cairo: Full Day Guided Trip to Alexandria

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Cairo

  Alexandria Historical Day Trip" is a fascinating and culturally rich experience that allows participants to explore the historical and cultural heritage of Alexandria, Egypt. Led by a female guide, the tour offers a unique perspective on the city's history and landmarks. Here's a breakdown of the tour itinerary:

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Alexandria Library

  Start the tour with the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. Visit President Sadat Museum and visit the open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. Our guide will explain the design of the library from outside, you will have a chance for some photo stops. Note: Alexandria library is closed on Fridays ,Saturdays & in public holidays. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

  Visiting the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• Pompey's Pillar (Pass by)

  You will also drive by Pompay's Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century)

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Ancient Roman Amphitheater

  Visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  The car will then transport you to the most beautiful and largest mosque in the city, allowing for a photo stop at the Abbo Elabbas Mosque.Walk by the oldest funfair in Egypt

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 6

  Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 7
  Alexandria

  Travel back to Alexandria

  3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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