Overnight Trip to Alexandria from Cairo

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Pickup from your hotel, Travel to Alexandria, First visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century) .

After that, visit the Citadel of Quaitbay from inside and take outstanding photos inside and outside of it.

Next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. Visit it’s open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby.

You will visit the library’s reading hall inside, president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum.

El Nabi Daniel Mosque - Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed’s. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria.

The car will then take you to 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.

Visit El Nabi Daniel Mosque which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the great tomb, It is said to contain the remains of the scholar and venerated teacher Prophet Daniel and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim, a religious story-teller. then travel in comfort back to your hotel.

(Optional) Evening trip to have a Dinner at the Greek Club Restaurant with a beautiful view of the Mediterranean coast at night.

Overnight in Alexandria

Overnight Trip to Alexandria from Cairo

Alexandria - Breakfast. Your 3 Stars Travel Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel.

The car will then take you to visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss.

Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed’s. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria.

Alexandria - Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop and then visit the Citadel from inside.

Alexandria - The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can quickly have a 2 minute stop by the King of Mango and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices plus have a photo stop at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approx 25 km away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater.

Alexandria - Once in Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden (all romantic couples and families go there) you will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk (the last king in the history of Egypt) and see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek as well as walk along the famous Montaza bridge and reach the Tea Palace island and see the royal beaches of the queens.

On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria.

Return to Cairo with an A/C car. Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Cairo.

• Entrance fees for all mentioned sites included.
• Comfortable transfers in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
• Enjoy a complimentary lunch.
• Stay for 1 night in a hotel, with breakfast.
• Explore Alexandria with a bed and breakfast arrangement.
• All service charges and taxes are covered.
• Guided tour experience with a professional tour guide.

• Any extras not mentioned in the Itinerary .
• Tipping Kitty .

Begin with a pickup from your hotel, followed by a journey to Alexandria. Start your tour with a visit to the interiors of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, a massive Roman burial site carved into the rock and organized in three levels. Continue to the Roman amphitheater in Alexandria, viewing the underwater artifacts recovered from Alexandria’s east harbor. Make sure to snap a picture at Pompay’s Pillar, a monument erected in the 4th century in honor of Emperor Diocletian.

Next, explore the inside of the Quaitbay Citadel, capturing memorable photos from various angles. Afterward, proceed to the Library of Alexandria, the world’s largest library housing 8 million books. Inspect the open courtyard featuring statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the first, discovered underwater nearby.

Lastly, you will have the opportunity to visit the reading room within the library, the museum dedicated to President Saddat, and the Impressions of Alexandria Museum.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.