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Private Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: Journey into the age of Alexander the Great
Alexandria
Embark on a private day tour from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt's coastal city, and journey back in time to the age of Alexander the Great. Explore ancient ruins, mysterious catacombs, and the stunning Alexandria Library.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Your guide will pick you up at 7am, for the drive to Alexandria (about 3 hours) by a private, modern a/c van (WiFi on board). Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great in 334 B.C, and remained capital of Egypt for about 1,000 years. Now it is the second biggest city and the biggest seaport in Egypt. Choose your favorite four items out of this list for a customized tour - simply tell your private tour guide at the start of the tour what you would like to see: Catacombs The catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa (meaning “Mound of Shards”) is a historical archaeological site located in Alexandria, Egypt, and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Qualified tour guide (optional).
- Bottled water on board.
- Entrance fees (optional).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- All taxes and service charge included.
- Lunch at a restaurant with Mediterranean views (optional).
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Take a private day journey back to the era of Alexander the Great by visiting Alexandria, the city by Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. Take in the scenic views of the Nile Valley on your way to this charming city, established around 331 BC by Alexander himself, and explore the city’s prominent features as your proficient guide narrates its history. Take a creepy exploration of the subterranean Roman catacombs; gaze upon Pompey’s Pillar, the Roman column; and pay a visit to the impressive, disc-like new Alexandria Library, erected where the city’s ancient library was formerly positioned. A mouth-watering seafood lunch in Alexandria is included in your trip.
Location
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Kom Al Shokafa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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