Private Alexandria Experience from Cairo with Lunch

Cairo, Egypt
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Duration12h
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LanguagesArabic, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Explore the rich history of Alexandria; from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Greek period, to Roman times and beyond on a full-day tour from Cairo. Accompanied by your degree-certified Egyptologist, explore the Roman Catacombs, the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the museum of Alexandria and much more.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. Alexandria National Museum
    2h
    The Museum of Alexandria
    Arriving in Alexandria you start your tour with a visit to the museum of Alexandria. Considered one of Egypt’s finest museum, the Alexandria National Museum is located in a restored palace and contains about 1,800 artifacts that narrate the history of Alexandria throughout the ages, including the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras.
  2. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
    2h
    Your trip continues on to explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the
    2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. Visit the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well
    as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor
  3. Alexandria
    45m
    Lunch
    Enjoy lunch at the Mediterranean seafront in one of the popular Alexandrian seafood restaurants
  4. Bibliotheca Alexandrina
    2h
    After lunch you stop at the library of Alexandria. The Alexandria Bibliotheca, is built on the site of the famous ancient library and is home to 8 million books.
  5. 45m
    Concluding the tour is a visit to the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse, one of the 7 wonders of the world.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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