Private Full Day Trip to Alexandria: Explore Ancient Pharaohs, Roman Catacombs and More from Cairo
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3 Ratings
Alexandria
Enjoy amazing day trip to Egypt’s beautiful second city. See rock-cut Roman catacombs, Pompay’s Pillar , and Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Our representative will pick you up from your hotel to enjoy amazing day in a private over-day trip to Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock, the get your lunch at one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally you will drive back to your hotel .
What's Included
- Lunch
- All taxes and service charges included
- Hotel pick-up and return services
- Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- Complimentary bottled water throughout the trip
- Personal Egyptologist guide fluent in your language
- Private transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Gratuities
Location
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Kom Al Shokafa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Teresa_l
Jul 5, 2022
Alexandria Experience - We traveled from Cairo to Alexandria in a comfortable van. Trip is about 2 1/2 hours. Our guide and driver were on time to pick us up. Both were knowledgeable and congenial. Trip revealed the endless construction going on outside Cairo and thriving agriculture. The catacombs are accessible and amazing. Ptolemy Tower impressive on site of very ancient castle that held first Alexandria library. Loved seeing that. Citadel of Qaitbay and excellent fish lunch rounded out the experience.
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Linda_w
Apr 9, 2022
Alexandria/citadel - The tour, history of and view from the citadel was a highlight of the trip to Alexandria. The trip from Cairo was interesting, seeing the location of proposed new west Cairo airport, and all the types of agriculture/crops growing in the delta.
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419stel
Dec 10, 2019
Fantastic day in Alexandria - Just spent a full day in the city and lots to see.
Visited the catacombs and old library both carved out of the rock and your free to explore.
The lighthouse was absolutely brilliant and the views of the harbour amazing. Well worth a visit.
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