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Day Trip From Cairo to the Fort Qaitbey and Alexandria
Cairo
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The itinerary includes approximately 4 to 5 hours for sightseeing in Alexandria, with the remaining time allocated for pickup, drop-off, and travel between Cairo and Alexandria, which typically takes around 3 hours each way.
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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Join us for an unforgettable day trip from Cairo to the Fort Qaitbey and Alexandria. Begin your journey at the impressive Fort Qaitbey, a historic fortress with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Explore its well-preserved architecture and discover its fascinating past. Then, venture into the bustling city of Alexandria, home to iconic landmarks and cultural treasures. Visit the renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, admire the ancient Pompey's Pillar, and take a leisurely walk along the scenic Corniche. Experience the magic of Alexandria on this enriching day excursion.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide
All Fees and Taxes
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of water
Tipping
Day Trip From Cairo to the Fort Qaitbey and Alexandria
Cairo
About
Join us for an unforgettable day trip from Cairo to the Fort Qaitbey and Alexandria. Begin your journey at the impressive Fort Qaitbey, a historic fortress with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Explore its well-preserved architecture and discover its fascinating past. Then, venture into the bustling city of Alexandria, home to iconic landmarks and cultural treasures. Visit the renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, admire the ancient Pompey's Pillar, and take a leisurely walk along the scenic Corniche. Experience the magic of Alexandria on this enriching day excursion.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide
All Fees and Taxes
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of water
Tipping
Itinerary
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Cairo
starts at 07:00 am with Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Tour guide and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Alexandria where it` is 220 k/m away from Cairo. Arrive Alexandria around 10 am and start your day Tour
2 hours
2
Ancient Roman Amphitheater
Visiting The Roman Theater (A theater with marble seats up to 800 spectators, Galleries, Section of mosaic flooring & a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas& baths).
1 hour
3
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
visit to The Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa (Tombs on three levels, also contains the Tri-cilium where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, a center with relieves of bearded serpents, Inside are 2nd Century AD statues of Sobek &Anubis wearing Roman Armor).
1 hour
4
Alexandria Library
The Great Library of Alexandria in Alexandria, Egypt, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The library was part of a larger research institution called the Mouseion, which was dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of the arts.[10] The idea of a universal library in Alexandria may have been proposed by Demetrius of Phalerum, an exiled Athenian statesman living in Alexandria, to Ptolemy I Soter, who may have established plans for the Library, but the Library itself was probably not built until the reign of his son Ptolemy II Philadelphus. The Library quickly acquired many papyrus scrolls, owing largely to the Ptolemaic kings' aggressive and well-funded policies for procuring texts. It is unknown precisely how many scrolls were housed at any given time, but estimates range from 40,000 to 400,000 at its height.
1 hour
5
Fort Qaitbey
The Citadel of Qaitbay (or the Fort of Qaitbay; Arabic: قلعة قايتباي) is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast, in Alexandria, Egypt. It was built from 1477 to 1479 AD (882–884 AH) by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa'it Bay.[2] The Citadel is situated on the eastern side of the northern tip of Pharos Island at the mouth of the Eastern Harbour.[3]
1 hour
6
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
The Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque (Arabic: جامع أبو العباس المرسي) is an Egyptian mosque in the city of Alexandria. The historic mosque is named after the 13th century mystic Abu'l Abbas al-Mursi, who is also buried in the same place along with members of the Ashraf family.[1]
1 hour
7
Cairo
Tour Finishes with drop off at your hotel in Cairo you will be back to Cairo around 19:00 pm.
