Alexandria City Discovery

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DURATION
10 hours

An inspiring visit to Egypt's second city, Alexandria. This seaside town could not feel more different than its southern neighbour. This tour takes you underground and back in time at the Roman Catacombs and visits the new Alexandria Library whilst taking in the sea air and wonderful vistas of the corniche.

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Highlights

•    Visit one of the greatest cities in old and modern times, Alexandria•    Experience the Roman sites of the Catacomb, the Citadel, and the great Alexandria Library•    Marvel at the masterpiece relics of the underwater Roman ruins at the National Museum

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    King Hotel reception, 20 Abdel Rahim Sabry Street, Dokki, Cairo
  • Finish:

    King Hotel
  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12
 
  • Inclusions:

    Local English Speaking GuideEntrance Fees to Catacombs, Library, National MuseumTransportation
  • Exclusions:

    Tips and Gratuities

Additional information

Voucher exchange details

Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip

Confirmation of booking

Please contact the local supplier to confirm you trip 24 hours prior to departure.

Child policy

Children must be 6 years of age or older.

Language

English

Tipping Info

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip

Itinerary

Get ready for an inspiring day in one of Egypt’s most impressive historical cities, Alexandria.After an approximately three-hour drive, our day tour of Alexandria begins at the Catacombs of Kom Ash-Suqqafa. One of the world's largest Roman burial sites, the Catacombs is one of Alexandria's most popular attractions. Descend into a network of underground passages, tombs, and antechambers via a spiral staircase over a three-level labyrinth. Dozens of chambers with sculpted pillars and statues await your curiosity, as well as a large Roman-style banquet room, where relatives of the deceased traditionally hosted memorial meals.Head to the former site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Although the lighthouse is no longer standing, atop its ruins lies the Citadel of Qaitbay, a defensive fortress built in the 15th Century. Designed as a defense along the Mediterranean coastline, the Citadel offers extensive views, fresh Mediterranean air, and a supreme sense of historical significance. Our Alexandria day tour continues with a visit to the Alexandria Library. Inspired by the original great library of Alexandria, the modern library was built to hold over eight million books. Built between 1995 and 2002, it covers 11 cascading levels and although it has not yet reached its capacity, is an impressive homage to the ancient splendour of Alexandria.
Our final stop in Alexandria is the National Museum, home to Greek and Roman era masterpiece ruins discovered under the water on the shores of Alexandria. As one of Egypt’s most historically significant cities, our day tour of Alexandria will leave you with an enriching experience like no other.

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