Amazing Over day to Alexandria from Cairo

5.0 (1 reviews) Giza, Egypt
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a fascinating day trip to Alexandria, where history and culture await. Your journey begins with a comfortable transfer from your hotel to this historic city. Upon arrival, meet your knowledgeable guide and explore the Catacombs, an impressive Roman cemetery filled with tombs and archaeological treasures. Next, marvel at Pompey’s Pillar, a towering monument honoring Emperor Decaldianus, before visiting the Qaitbay Fortress, a key defensive structure built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a top-rated restaurant, then relax as you return to your hotel. This comprehensive tour includes all entrance fees, a private guide, and lunch, making it a perfect choice for history enthusiasts.

What's included

  • All taxes and charges.
  • English speaking Egyptologist guide during your trips
  • All sites as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Transfers by private air-conditioned car.
  • All entrance fees are included which dictated in the itinerary.
  • Lunch at a very good restaurant
  • Bottle of water
  • Tipping
  • Personal expense

What to expect

  1. Cairo
    Pass by
    Our Rep will pick you up from your hotel to take you in a comfortable air-conditioned car
  2. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Upon arrival, your guide will meet you to start your day tour to Alexandria.

    Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
    It was considered one of the seven wonders of the world in the Middle Ages. It is the largest Roman cemetery, and it consists of a series of tombs, statues, and archaeological remains of Pharaonic funerals. It is also one of the clearest examples of the mixing of Pharaonic art with Roman art in Alexandria and one of the best examples of funerary architecture in Alexandria.
  3. Citadel of Qaitbay
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Qaitbay Citadel
    Qaitbay Citadel is considered one of the most important defensive fortifications on the Mediterranean coast. It was built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria to fortify the city.

    Pictures can be taken on the outside patio.then visiting The Saint Mark Cathedral uses as the seat of the Pope of Alexandria, the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church. The Evangelist Mark was the first Bishop of Alexandria who had many miracles and wrote the second Gospel that attached to the city of Alexandria. Finally, travel in comfort back to your hotel in Alexandria/Cairo.
  4. Pompey's Pillar
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Pompey’s Pillar
    Pompey’s Pillar was built in honor of Emperor Decaldianus. The total height of the column, including the base, is about 2,685 metres. On the west side are two bases, which can be reached via an underground staircase. There are also two pink granite statues that look like sphinxes.
  5. Alexandria
    Pass by
    Enjoy a delicious lunch at a very good restaurant
  6. Cairo
    Pass by
    Then at the end of your tour, we will transfer you to Cairo hotel in an air-conditioned car.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your private professional tour guide will be waiting for you at the lobby and he will be holding a sign shows our company name Tour Egypt Club

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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