Itinerary
- Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa: At 7.00 am your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, to start your tour to Alexandria the second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern and is famous for its Roman remains. Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great in 331 B.C., and was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt. Your first stop in this historic city is the catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
- Pompey's Pillar: Pompey's Pillar an 82-foot (25-meter) granite column built to honor Emperor Diocletian.
- The citadel of Qaitbay which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria. .
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Alexandria Library. Then finally you will drive back to Cairo to your hotel
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Highway toll fee.
- Qualified Egyptologist guide.
- Bottled water.
- Entrance fees for all the mentioned sites is
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities
Details
Step back in time to the days of Greco-Roman Egypt and enjoy an excursion to Alexandria from Cairo to visit Alexandria Library, Montazah Palace and Gardens, Qaitbay fortress, the Catacombs of KOM El-Shokafa, Pompeii's Pillar.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
