A full-day, private tour from Cairo to see the major sites in the city of Alexandria the second biggest city in Egypt. The Catacombs of Kom El Shuqafa are the largest and most important burial site in Egypt, Pompey's pillar, is the biggest memorial column in Egypt,Qaitbey’s Citadel, Sultan Qaitbey built this picturesque fortress during the 14th century to defend Alexandria from the advances of the Ottoman Empire, the famous new library of Alexandria. and the Gero-Roman Museum ,During the tour you will have your lunch at seafood restaurant Take your lunch at a seafood restaurant. then you will go back directly to your hotel in Cairo.
Highlights
From 9 hours to 11 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 11 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Drinks during lunch
Gratuities
Any extras not mentioned in the program
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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A full-day, private tour from Cairo to see the major sites in the city of Alexandria the second biggest city in Egypt ( was the capital of Egypt during the period Greco Roman ) . The city of Alexandria was originally established by Alexander the Great, the most famous Greek King and army leader, in 332 B.C. It soon became the commercial center of the Mediterranean Sea region. The tour begin at 07:00 am. From your Caro hotel towards Alexandria (about 3 hours driving each way) With a Qualified Egyptology guide & Air-conditioned vehicle to discover the city of Alexandria start with the Catacombs of Kom El Shuqafa are the largest and most important burial site in Egypt. They date back to the Greco Roman period, was unearthed by chance in the beginning of the 20th century.
After that going to visit Pompey's pillar, is the biggest memorial column in Egypt. It is a huge column of red granite, with a total height of about 28 meters. Various monuments are also located around the column. At the back are the remains of a Serapium or a temple of the God Serapis.
Then, you will visit Qaitbey’s Citadel, Sultan Qaitbey built this picturesque fortress during the 14th century to defend Alexandria from the advances of the Ottoman Empire. Qaitbey built the fortress here to take advantage of an exist foundation on the site—that of the legendary Pharos Lighthouse, which by the 14th century had fallen into ruins due to repeated damage by earthquakes.
Finally you will explore the famous library (new Alexandria library) .During the tour you will have your lunch at a good quality seafood restaurant Take your lunch at a seafood restaurant. then you will go back directly to your hotel in Cairo.
Alexandria City Tour from Cairo
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A full-day, private tour from Cairo to see the major sites in the city of Alexandria the second biggest city in Egypt. The Catacombs of Kom El Shuqafa are the largest and most important burial site in Egypt, Pompey's pillar, is the biggest memorial column in Egypt,Qaitbey’s Citadel, Sultan Qaitbey built this picturesque fortress during the 14th century to defend Alexandria from the advances of the Ottoman Empire, the famous new library of Alexandria. and the Gero-Roman Museum ,During the tour you will have your lunch at seafood restaurant Take your lunch at a seafood restaurant. then you will go back directly to your hotel in Cairo.