Embark on a captivating day-long excursion from Cairo to Alexandria
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starting with a convenient 7:00 am pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza. Your tour guide, easily identifiable with a sign bearing your name, will guide you to a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a 3-hour journey to Alexandria. This trip includes a brief stop along the way before continuing to Egypt's second-largest city, renowned for its rich history and cultural heritage.
The tour also includes additional information:
- Confirmation: You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.
- Participation: The tour is suitable for most travelers.
- Minimum Number Requirement: A minimum number of participants is required. If this is not met, you may be offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.
- Private Tour: This is a private tour, ensuring a personalized experience for your group.
After spending the day exploring Alexandria's landmarks and soaking in its rich history, you will be driven back to Cairo, arriving at your hotel around 19:00 pm. This private tour offers an intimate and comprehensive exploration of Alexandria's unique historical legacy.
Included
- Private Transportation: A comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for your journey.
- Snacks: Light snacks to keep you energized.
- Bottled Water: Ensuring you stay hydrated throughout the tour.
- Tour Guide: An expert English-speaking guide will accompany you, offering in-depth insights into each site's historical and cultural significance.
Excluded
- Alcoholic Beverages: These are not provided.
- All Fees and Taxes: Entrance fees to various attractions and any applicable taxes are excluded.
- Lunch: The main meal of the day is not included.
- Entry/Admission Fees: Costs for entering sites like the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa and the Lighthouse of Alexandria are additional.
Tour Plan
Itinerary
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa: These unique underground tombs span three levels and are notable for their blend of Roman, Greek, and Egyptian cultural elements. The site, whose name means "Mound of Shards," includes the Tri-cilium, a space where relatives once held feasts for the dead. The catacombs are an architectural marvel, where Egyptian-style statues adorn Roman clothes and hairstyles.
- Roman Theater: This ancient theater boasts marble seats capable of hosting up to 800 spectators. You'll also see galleries, sections of mosaic flooring, and a pleasure garden encircled by Roman villas and baths, illustrating the leisurely pursuits of ancient times.
- Alexandria Library: While the original library was one of the ancient world's largest and most significant, the current structure represents a modern rebirth of this legendary institution. Please note that the library is closed on Fridays.
- Qaytbay Citadel: Although viewed from the outside, this citadel is historically significant for being erected on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The citadel offers a glimpse into Alexandria's medieval past and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
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