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Alexandria - Pay a visit to Egypt’s beautiful second city. See rock-cut Roman catacombs, ruins of a Roman temple complex, and Qaitbey Citadel. Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and enjoy fresh seafood as you take in the breathtaking view of the Mediterranean.
Itinerary:
Our professional tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, for an amazing day trip to Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. We will drive on to visit the Catacombs, the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then we will have lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria, and then proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Then we will head for Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Thereafter you shall be driven back to your hotel in Cairo.
- Free on-board Wi-Fi service
- Complimentary bottled water and soft drink
- Lunch with a sea view included
- All taxes and service charges covered
- Entrance fees to historical sites included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
- Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- • Any extras not mentioned in the program.
- • Tipping.
Embark on an exploration of Egypt’s stunning second largest city. Witness the rock-hewn Roman catacombs, remnants of an ancient Roman temple establishment, and the Qaitbey Citadel. Experience the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and savor fresh seafood while soaking up the mesmerizing view of the Mediterranean.
Our experienced tour guide will collect you from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, for an unforgettable day excursion to Alexandria. Our first stop is Pompay’s Pillar. This monument was erected in tribute to the Emperor Diocletian in the latter part of the 4th century. Originally part of the temple of Serapis, it once stood as a majestic structure, rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Trending forward, we will go to the Catacombs, the most extensive Roman Cemetery consisting of three layers carved into the rock. Post this, we will settle for lunch at a local dine-in in Alexandria, and then go forward to see the Qaitbay Citadel, constructed on the site of the historical Lighthouse of Alexandria. Next, we will proceed to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Following this, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Cairo.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
