Private Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa

   your guide will pick you up from your pick up location then you will go ahead to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa which are important enough that UNESCO has named them a World Heritage Site. In the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, you can find artifacts from many different times that have been kept in great shape. Some of these things are ancient Egyptian and Roman tomb inscriptions. In the year 1900, a donkey accident led to the discovery of carved tombs and burial chambers in a cave.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

2. Pompey's Pillar

   Then you will pass by Pompey's Pillar . you will stop there to take photos . Pompey's Pillar Alexandria is a Roman triumphal column in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. It is the largest of its type. In fact, it constructed outside of the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. Pompey’s Pillar Alexandria is the only which known free-standing column in Roman Egypt. Moreover, it not composed of drums. It indeed is one of the largest ancient monoliths. Moreover, it is also one of the largest monolithic columns which ever erected.

   Pass by without stopping

3. Bibliotheca Alexandrina

   Then you will go ahead with your guide to Alexandria’s ancient library which was one of the greatest of all classical institutions, and while replacing it might seem a Herculean task, the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina manages this with aplomb. Opened in 2002, this impressive piece of modern architecture is a deliberate attempt to rekindle the brilliance of the original centre of learning and culture. The complex has become one of Egypt’s major cultural venues and a stage for numerous international performers, and is home to a collection of brilliant museums. You will visit president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

4. Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi

   you will also visit the biggest mosque in the city: the Abu al-Abbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss.

   30 minutes here · Admission included

5. Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial

   it is dedicated to unknown soldiers who lost their lives in sea battles. It was originally designed as a memorial to Khedive Ismail.

   Pass by without stopping

6. Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral

   Then you will visit the church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has baroque style designs and Italian and French style properties.

   30 minutes here · Admission included

7. Citadel of Qaitbay

   then you will visit The Qaitbay Citadel which is a 15th-century defensive fortress situated on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt. Built by Mamluk Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay between 1477 and 1479 AD, it stands on Pharos Island directly over the ruins of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

8. Ancient Roman Amphitheater

   then you will visit the Roman theatre we see today at Alexandria city is a typical form Roman theatres, consisting of audience section made of marble, granite columns, five compartments and based on thick limestone walls. The theatre used to host huge ceremonies and events with a capacity of 600 spectators.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

ar, en, fr, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Pharaoh Tours

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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