Your professional tour guide will meet you in your hotel and safely drive you in an air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria. Begin your day at the renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, one of the globe's largest and grandest libraries, built in imitation of the ancient Library of Alexandria.
Then, head to the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, which, afterward, gave way to the Qaitbay Citadel. This majestic fortress crowns the setting against the backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea in Alex. Further afield are the splendid gardens of the Montaza Palace, originally constructed under the reign of King Farouk. Here are two royal palaces, Al-Haramlik and Salamlek, with garden estates between them and a wonderful beach waterfront.
Your itinerary continues with photo ops at one of Alexandria's lovely mosques and a statue of Alexander the Great in memorial, then it's on to St Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, always classed as the oldest church in Africa.
Riding a newly four-wheel-drive air-conditioned van with an Egyptologist guide, the adventure starts as you head to the library. Close to the marina stands this marvel, where all forms of writing and nations meet in peace. There is a stopover at the Salamlek palace, passing by the statue of Alexander the Great, the Roman Amphitheater, and many other features of Ibn Sina. On this feature trip, enjoy the "Citadel of Food," a restaurant that offers magnificent food with numerous local beers. There is a magnificent view over the birthday sky at the "Abstract Gallery." Only those who have visited East Harbor know about the "lighthouse."
After the trip, return to your comfy hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo
Please note that the Library of Alexandria is closed on Fridays and national holidays.