Full day Alexandria from Cairo

1 day
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About this activity
Your Egyptology guide meet you at your hotel to transfer by a/c car to Alexandria city, 3 hours duration. Upon arrival start visiting The Catacomb of Kom El Shokkafa where the Roman tombs carry sculpture and relief of Egyptian gods and the Pompey's Pillar erected to the honor of the Emperor Diocletian. then visit to the recently excavated Roman Amphitheater. Drive to the citadel of Qaitbay which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria. then visit the Library of Alexandria, a modern facility that pays tribute to the city’s ancient library. The elegant building makes room for 20 million books, and the granite exterior is inscribed with characters from 120 different writing systems. End this day of discovery with a relaxed evening drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance to Alexandria Library
  • Entrance to Citadel of Quitbay,
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
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