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Private Guided Tour to Alexandria: Full-Day Exploration From Cairo
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Alexandria
Step back in time to the days of Greco-Roman Egypt and enjoy an excursion to Alexandria from Cairo to visit Alexandria Library, the Roman amphitheater, Qaitbay fortress, the Catacombs of KOM El-Shokafa, Pompeii’s Pillar.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - At 7:00 AM, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin your journey to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city. Alexandria, with its Mediterranean ambiance, is renowned for its Roman relics. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 B.C., it served as the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt. Your first destination in this historic city is the catacombs, the largest Roman cemetery featuring three levels carved into the rock.
- Pompey’s Pillar - An 82-foot (25-meter) granite column erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian.
- Kayetbai - The Citadel of Qaitbay, constructed on the site of Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina - The Alexandria Library. Afterward, you will return to your hotel in Cairo.
- Ancient Roman Amphitheater - The term amphitheater originates from an ancient Greek word meaning an open-air venue for performances. Greek amphitheaters were typically circular or oval with tiered seating for spectators, resembling open-air stadiums. These structures were widespread in regions like Italy, Turkey, Jordan, and Greece during Roman rule. Alexandria’s amphitheater was discovered by chance in 1960 when the Egyptian government was preparing to construct a building in the Kom El Dekka area.
What's Included
- Private tour.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- Qualified Egyptologist guide.
- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All service charges and taxes.
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
Customer Ratings
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887edwarg
Oct 17, 2022
Full day in Alexandria - We have a excellent service in the full day visiting Alexandria. The tour agency, the driver and tour guide were really nice and responsive all the time during this visit. I would really recommend to anyone this experience.
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Hay-is-fo
May 31, 2021
Great trip to Alexandria - The catacombs were incredibly cool and Emad was highly knowledgeable about their history. We enjoyed his stories and enthusiasm.
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