Alexandria Monumental Landmarks 12-Hour Tour From Cairo
Highlights
Alexandria, Cairo
archaeological, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
12 Hours
Medium
Arabic, English, German
Description
Travel from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria in 12:30 hours. Discover the history and architecture of Alexandria by visiting various famous historical archaeological sites that are not only Egyptian but also Roman. Experience a heavy dose of colonial charm and visit the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. See Pompey's pillar, Haramlek Palace, Qeitbay Citadel and more on this tour.
Itinerary
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Alexandria Tour
Pick-up from the hotel in Cairo.
Travel to the Roman triumphal red granite column-the Pompey's pillar.
Explore the ruins of the temple of Serapis, once a magnificent structure rivalling the Soma and the Caesarean.
Drive to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit the Citadel of Qeitbay, a defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast.
Proceed to the royal library of Alexandria, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world.
Explore the Montazah Garden and Haramlek Palace built by King Farouk.
Return to the hotel in Cairo.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 8 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 8 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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