Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Alexandria

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Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Discover the long history and sea view of Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo. Here, you will have the chance to explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Kom El Dekka and the wonderful Citadel of Qaitbay with Mediterranean Sea view. A private guide and transfers together with a fine lunch make your Cairo day tour perfectly history and culture rich as well as panoramic view of the sea.

 

Itinerary

Day 1:
Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Start your day pick up from the hotel in Cairo after breakfast, and traveling to Alexandria upon arrival start the Alexandria day trips with visit the library of Alexandria which is the biggest library in the world have more than 8 million books, visit President Sadat Museum, and go to the open court to see the statue of Alexander the Great and listen to the design of the library from outside from our guide

Then go to Kom El Dekkaarea the largest and most complete above-ground archeological site in Alexandria visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria.

Also, visit the church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa

Lunch is included in between visits at Local Restaurant Based on a Full Meal for each Person but Beverages are not included.

Then go to the oldest and largest mosque in Alexandria Sidi Morsi Abu al-Abbas Mosque.

Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay is located at the end of Pharos Island in the far west of Alexandria, and was built in the place of the ancient lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of the ancient world

At the end of the day take a city tour on the Alexandria corniche to see the old harbor where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing, and traditional fishermen making nets and the Unknown Soldiers Memorial in the Mansheya area and enjoy watching the old historical buildings while the tour around the city, then back to Cairo.

Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays, to enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.
 

Included / Excluded

Inclusion

    • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Cairo
    • Private air-conditioned transportation
    • Licensed Egyptologist guide
    • Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
    • Lunch included at a local restaurant
    • All service charges & taxes

Exclusion

    • Personal expenses
    • Optional activities (boat rides, souvenirs)
    • Drinks not included in lunch
    • Tips & gratuities

Notes / Children Policy

Notes

    • Tour departs at 7:30 AM from Cairo
    • Comfortable walking shoes recommended
    • Tour may be subject to traffic and weather conditions

Children Policy

    • Children under 6: Free
    • Children 6–11: 50% of adult price
    • Children 12+ years: Full price

Cancellation

    • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
    • Late cancellation or no-show: 100% charge

Deposit And Balance Of Payment

    • Deposit required to confirm booking
    • Balance payable before arrival
    • Prices quoted in USD

Tipping

    • Tipping is optional but appreciated

Tour Voucher

    • Mobile & e-vouchers accepted
    • Booking confirmation sent via email

Price Per Person

$55USD
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  • Prices are per person based on group size
  • Discounts available for large groups

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