Alexandria in a day from Cairo
- Alexandria
- Full day
- Private, 1 to 12 people
Overview
The catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Three hours’ drive separates Cairo from the Mediterranean. Alexandria, the city of Alexander the Great and Cleopatra, still bears the marks of its Graeco-Roman past.
We go down into the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, admire Pompey’s Pillar, follow the Corniche to the Citadel of Qaitbay and finish at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Highlights
- The Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa
- Pompey’s Pillar
- The Citadel of Qaitbay
- The Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Seafood lunch overlooking the sea
Itinerary
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07:00 · Departure from Cairo
Drive to Alexandria in an air-conditioned vehicle.
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10:00 · Catacombs and Pompey’s Pillar
Guided visit of the Graeco-Roman sites.
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12:30 · Lunch
Fresh fish at a restaurant on the Corniche.
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14:00 · Citadel of Qaitbay
On the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
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15:30 · Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Visit of the modern library, then return to Cairo.
What’s included
Included
- Private guide
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch
Not included
- Tips
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
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