• Alexandria Library - At 9:00 am, guests will be picked up from Alexandria by an expert licensed tour guide to begin a full-day tour of Alexandria’s top attractions. The tour starts with a visit to the Alexandria Library, once one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. This library was part of a larger research institution called the Mouseion, dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of the arts. The concept of a universal library in Alexandria may have been suggested by Demetrius of Phalerum, an exiled Athenian statesman residing in Alexandria, to Ptolemy I Soter, who possibly initiated plans for the Library. However, the Library itself was likely constructed during the reign of his son, Ptolemy II Philadelphus. The Library rapidly amassed numerous papyrus scrolls, thanks to the Ptolemaic kings’ aggressive and well-funded text acquisition policies. The exact number of scrolls housed at any given time is unknown, but estimates range from 40,000 to 400,000 at its peak.

• Qaitbay Castle - The Citadel of Qaitbay (or the Fort of Qaitbay; Arabic: قلعة قايتباي) is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean Sea coast in Alexandria, Egypt. It was constructed between 1477 and 1479 AD (882–884 AH) by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa’it Bay. The Citadel is positioned on the eastern side of the northern tip of Pharos Island at the entrance of the Eastern Harbour.

Hallway in Citadel of Qaitbay
The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria is regarded as one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast. It played a crucial role in the fortification system of Alexandria in the 15th century AD. The Citadel is located at the entrance of the eastern harbour on the eastern point of Pharos Island. It was built on the site of the former Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Numerous structural modifications were made to the lighthouse after the Arab conquest of Egypt.

• Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - The catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa (Arabic: مقابر كوم الشقافة; meaning “Mound of Shards”) is a historical archaeological site in Alexandria, Egypt, and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. The necropolis comprises a series of Alexandrian tombs, statues, and archaeological objects of the Pharaonic funerary cult with Hellenistic and early Imperial Roman influences. Due to the time period, many features of the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa blend Roman, Greek, and Egyptian cultural elements; some statues are Egyptian in style but wear Roman clothing and hairstyles, while other features share a similar style. A circular staircase, often used to transport deceased bodies, leads down into the tombs that were carved into the bedrock during the age of the Antonine emperors (2nd century CE).

• Ancient Roman Theater, Alexandria - Roman theatres evolved from earlier Greek theatres and are part of their overall development. Much of the architectural influence on the Romans came from the Greeks, and theatre structural design was no exception. However, Roman theatres have specific differences, such as generally being built upon their own foundations instead of earthen works or a hillside and being completely enclosed on all sides. Roman theatres were constructed throughout the Empire, from Spain to the Middle East. Due to the Romans’ ability to influence local architecture, numerous theatres around the world exhibit uniquely Roman characteristics.

Similarities exist between the theatres and amphitheaters of ancient Rome. They were constructed from the same material, Roman concrete, and provided a venue for the public to enjoy various events. However, they are two entirely different structures, with specific layouts suited to the different events they hosted.

• Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi - The Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque (Arabic: جامع أبو العباس المرسي) is an Egyptian mosque in Alexandria. The historic mosque is named after the 13th-century mystic Abu’l Abbas al-Mursi, who is also buried there along with members of the Ashraf family. Abul Abbas al-Mursi passed away in 1286 and was interred in a small cemetery within the locality of Bab al-Bahr. Later, a small qubba was constructed over it, which developed into a shrine. In 1307, a mosque was built over the shrine, funded by Zain al-Din al-Qattan, a merchant and Sufi shaykh of Alexandria. The Mamluk emir of Alexandria later rebuilt the mosque in 1477.

In 1934, King Fouad I ordered the construction of a mosque square with a capacity of about 3,200 square meters, to include the mosque-shrines of Al-Busiri and Yaqut al-Arshy, with the mosque of Abu Al-Abbas Al-Mursi standing in the center. The building was then renovated and extensively rebuilt.

• Royal Jewelry Museum - The Royal Jewelry Museum showcases the collectibles of the Egyptian royal family, founded by Muhammad Ali Pasha in 1805 and continued to rule for 150 years, until 1952.

Zaynab Fahmi constructed the palace in 1919 in Zizinya, Alexandria. It served as the residence of Fatma al-Zahra’, daughter of Prince Ali Haider, a descendant of Muhammad Ali Pasha. The palace provides a stunning backdrop to the magnificent possessions owned by the family. It uniquely combines European and Islamic styles, reflecting the refined taste of the royal family, whose paintings, gilded ceilings, and mosaics adorn the palace rooms. The palace consists of two wings, eastern and western, connected by a corridor. Each wing has a basement and two floors. The possessions amassed by the family over their rule are displayed in the various halls.

The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel in Alexandria.

• Private Tour Guide
• Bottled water
• Entry Fees
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Tipping

• Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.