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Private Alexandria Experience from Cairo with Lunch
Alexandria
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the rich history of Alexandria; from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Greek period, to Roman times and beyond on a full-day tour from Cairo. Accompanied by your degree-certified Egyptologist, explore the Roman Catacombs, the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the museum of Alexandria and much more.
The Museum of Alexandria
Arriving in Alexandria you start your tour with a visit to the museum of Alexandria. Considered one of Egypt’s finest museum, the Alexandria National Museum is located in a restored palace and contains about 1,800 artifacts that narrate the history of Alexandria throughout the ages, including the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras.
2 hours
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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Your trip continues on to explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the
2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. Visit the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well
as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor
2 hours
3
Alexandria
Lunch
Enjoy lunch at the Mediterranean seafront in one of the popular Alexandrian seafood restaurants
45 minutes
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Bibliotheca Alexandrina
After lunch you stop at the library of Alexandria. The Alexandria Bibliotheca, is built on the site of the famous ancient library and is home to 8 million books.
2 hours
5
Kayetbai
Concluding the tour is a visit to the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse, one of the 7 wonders of the world.
45 minutes
Private Alexandria Experience from Cairo with Lunch
Alexandria
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Explore the rich history of Alexandria; from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Greek period, to Roman times and beyond on a full-day tour from Cairo. Accompanied by your degree-certified Egyptologist, explore the Roman Catacombs, the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the museum of Alexandria and much more.
