Enjoy a full-day trip from Cairo to Alexandria, the so-called Bride of the Mediterranean Sea, built by Alexander the Great. Explore its monuments and mosque wth a female tour guide.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ * Pick up services from Cairo or Giza hotel
✔ * Expert tour guide
✔ * Lunch (if option selected)
✔ * Entrance fees (if option selected)
✔ * All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
✖ Any extras
Pickup Locations
1. Gulf Tower - Daas
2. Downtown Apartment
3. St. George Hotel
4. Pharoah's Palace
5. Vg Hotel
6. Centro Citta Hotel
7. Grand Talat Harb Plaza
8. City Inn Alshwarbi Hotels
9. Hotel Suisse
10. Montana Hotel Cairo
11. Roma 1927 Hotel
12. Wassim Boutique
13. Grand Palace Hotel
14. The Location Hotel
15. New One Season
16. Cosmopolitan Hotel
17. Grand Plaza Hotel
18. Tourist Palace Hotel
19. Golden Palace Down Town
20. Holy Sheet Plus
Additional Info: In case of pick up from either Heliopolis (airport area ) or 06th of October or similar Areas , there is supplement Tour guides in languages other than English, subject to availability. Should your preferred language guide be unavailable, we are pleased to offer the assistance of a live English tour guide, complemented by an audio guide available in your desired language.
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:
Duration: 3 hours
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
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
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Pompey's Pillar
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)
5
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
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
Duration: 60 minutes
7
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
8
Alexandria
Travel back to Alexandria
Duration: 3 hours
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
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
