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🏛️ Cultural & Historic· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo Hotels to Historic Sites

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Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo Hotels to Historic Sites
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Duration
9-12h
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Cancellation
Free 24h before

Overview

Journey through millennia on a private, full-day tour to Alexandria, where the legends of Greece, Romans, and Biblical figures come to life. Designed for travelers seeking depth and comfort and a curated itinerary that showcases the very best of the Mediterranean's legendary capital. Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo, where your guide awaits you. Your historical adventure includes the Citadel of Qaitbay: Stand on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral: Visit the first Christian church in Africa. The Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa: Descend into a multi-level Roman necropolis. Pompey's Pillar is this colossal granite column towering over the ruins of an ancient temple complex. The Bibliotheca Alexandria: Explore the stunning modern rebirth of the ancient library. Roman Theater: Walk through the stands of this beautifully preserved 2nd-century theater.

How this compares

Cairo · 5301 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,054 EGP · 6,113 EGPpremium pick

What's included

  • Air conditioned vechicle
  • a bottle of water
  • snacks
  • All fees and taxes
  • Egyptologist Guide
  • Entry / Admission -fort qaitbey
  • Entry / Admission - Catacombs of kom Elshoqafa
  • Entry / Admission - of saint marc coptic orthodox cathedral
  • Entry fees include basic area only
  • Entry / Admission - Ancient Roman Amphitheater
  • lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratitudes

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Citadel of Qaitbay
  2. 2
    Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral
  3. 3
    Bibliotheca Alexandrina
  4. 4
    Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
  5. 5
    Pompey's Pillar
  6. 6
    Ancient Roman Amphitheater

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?
9-12h
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Air conditioned vechicle · a bottle of water · snacks · All fees and taxes · Egyptologist Guide · Entry / Admission -fort qaitbey · Entry / Admission - Catacombs of kom Elshoqafa · Entry / Admission - of saint marc coptic orthodox cathedral · Entry fees include basic area only · Entry / Admission - Ancient Roman Amphitheater
6,113 EGP/ per person
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