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Full Day Alexandria Tour from Cairo

About This Tour

Discover the history and coastal beauty of Alexandria on a private full-day tour from Cairo with Egy Smart Travel. Explore the city’s most important Greco-Roman, Islamic, and cultural landmarks, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Theatre, Qaitbay Citadel, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

The tour starts at 07:00 AM, with pick-up and drop-off available from hotels in Cairo or Giza.

Trip Highlights

Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and discover the unique combination of ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman art.
See Pompey’s Pillar and visit the Roman Theatre.
Visit Qaitbay Citadel and learn about Alexandria’s historic coastal defenses.
Discover the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Step 01 :

Hotel Pick-Up and Drive to Alexandria

At 07:00 AM, your Egy Smart Travel Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
You will travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, Egypt’s famous coastal city overlooking the Mediterranean Sea
You will travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Old and Coptic Cairo to begin your full-day churches tour.

Step 02 :

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Begin your Alexandria tour by visiting the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an impressive underground burial complex consisting of three levels.
The catacombs date back to the 2nd century and display a remarkable combination of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic and cultural influences.
Explore the underground chambers and learn about the burial traditions and architectural features of the Greco-Roman period.

Step 03 :

Visit Qaitbay Citadel

Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, an impressive Islamic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
The citadel was built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf Al-Din Qaitbay in 1477 AD to protect Egypt’s northern coastline.
Explore the fortress and learn about its strategic importance in Alexandria’s defensive history.

Step 04 :

Explore the Roman Theatre

Visit the Roman Theatre and discover the influence of Roman art and architecture on Egyptian culture.
Explore the ancient theatre and learn about its design, history, and role in Alexandria during the Roman period.

Step 05 :

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Take a break during the tour and enjoy lunch at one of Alexandria’s local restaurants.
Lunch is included in the tour price; however, drinks served at the restaurant are not included.

Step 06 :

Visit Qaitbay Citadel

Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, an impressive Islamic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
The citadel was built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf Al-Din Qaitbay in 1477 AD to protect Egypt’s northern coastline.
Explore the fortress and learn about its strategic importance in Alexandria’s defensive history.

Step 07 :

Discover the Bibliotheca Alexandrina

End your sightseeing tour with a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern Library of Alexandria.
The ancient Library of Alexandria was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world, with its history surrounded by both historical records and legends.
The modern library was established through an international project involving UNESCO, the United Nations Development Programme, and the Egyptian authorities to revive the cultural and intellectual legacy of the ancient library.

Step 08 :

Return to Cairo or Giza

At the end of the tour, your Egy Smart Travel tour guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

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