Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Alexandria with our Bibliotheca Alexandrina Day Tour. Explore the iconic Alexandria Library, a modern architectural marvel housing an extensive collection of books and manuscripts. Visit the impressive Qaitbay Citadel, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Discover the fascinating Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa, an ancient burial site showcasing intricate stone carvings and eerie passageways. Step back in time at the Roman Theater and marvel at the well-preserved ruins. Finally, visit El Mursi Abu Elabas mosque for a glimpse into Egyptian religious practices. This tour is a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture, providing a comprehensive insight into Alexandria's past and present.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Tour guide
✔ Bottled water
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Entry tickets
✖ Tipping
Pickup Locations
1. Vida Marina Resort Marassi
2. Royal Jewel Hotel
3. Alex Inn
4. Adham Compound Hotel
5. Mirage Hotel & Conference Center
6. Union Hotel
7. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria At San Stefano, Egypt
8. Plaza Hotel
9. Mirage Hotel & Conference center
10. Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza
11. Mecca Hotel
12. Egyptians Hotel
13. Eastern Al Montazah Hotel
14. Kaoud Sporting Hotel
15. Sheraton Montazah Hotel
16. Hotel Crillon
17. Green Plaza Inn Hotel
18. Romance Alexandria Hotel
19. Jewel San Stefano Hotel
20. Alexander The Great Motazah Hotel
Additional Info: You will find our tour guide in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name
Itinerary
1
Ancient Roman Amphitheater
Starts with pickup from Alexandria hotel/port by Our expert Licensed Tour guide then start your Full Day tour visiting the best sites in Alexandria. start your day Tour there Visiting The Roman Theater 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).
Duration: 60 minutes
2
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).
Duration: 60 minutes
3
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Fort Qaitbey
The Citadel of Qaitbay (or the Fort of Qaitbay; 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. The Citadel is situated on the eastern side of the northern tip of Pharos Island at the mouth of the Eastern Harbour.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi
The Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque 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.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
The Graeco-Roman Museum of Alexandria is one of Egypt's principal museums, the oldest building in Egypt to be architecturally designed for the purpose of preserving and displaying antiquities. Furthermore, it is the only museum fully dedicated to the antiquities and civilization of Egypt during the Greek and Roman eras.
Since 1889, the Italian Giuseppe Botti sought to establish a museum for Alexandria that would protect its antiquities from displacement and destruction. He continued to work on that until the decision to establish the museum was issued on June 1, 1892. The museum began in a modest rented property, and Khedive Abbas Helmy II inaugurated it on 17 October 1892. Giuseppe Botti was its first director.
Since its inception, the museum has sparked a cultural renaissance about interest in the city’s archaeological activities.
Tour Finishes with drop off at your hotel in Alexandria
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
• Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday so you will be able to take Photos from outside
