Witness the history, culture & natural beauty of Alexandria, the shining pearl of the Mediterranean.
Private Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo is one of the most popular excursions that allow you to explore the historical city of Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city.
Here's an overview of the Private Alexandria Day Trip:
Duration: A full-day tour starting early in the morning and returning in the evening.
Transportation: Transportation by air-conditioned coach or minivan and the journey takes around 2.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
Tour Details:
- Departure from Cairo: The tour usually starts with pick-up from your hotel in Cairo or a meeting point.
- Drive to Alexandria: A scenic drive through the Egyptian countryside.
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: A fascinating ancient Roman underground complex of tombs and chambers dating back to the 2nd century AD.
- Pompey's Pillar: A massive red granite column of the Temple of Serapis.
- Qaitbay Citadel: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and an impressive fortress built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse.
- Lunch: A tasty lunch at a local restaurant, where you can taste traditional Egyptian cuisine.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: A stunning architectural masterpiece and a renowned center of knowledge in antiquity.
- Return to Cairo: After a full day of exploration, back to Cairo by the provided transportation.
