Over day to Alexandria from cairo
Highlights
- Explore the rich history of Alexandria
- Visit the Roman theater in Kom El-Deka
- Discover the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
- Walk the ramparts of Qaitbay Citadel
- Enjoy a relaxed evening drive back to Cairo
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Duration 7 to 9 hours
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Private Tour
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Professional art historian guide
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Bottled water included
Experience the incredible journey of Alexandria, from its ancient Egyptian roots to the Roman era and beyond, on this captivating full-day tour from Cairo. From the comfort of an air-conditioned bus, you'll be picked up from your hotel and whisked away to explore the rich history of Alexandria. Begin your adventure at the magnificent Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, where you'll witness the grandeur of a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators. Delve deeper into history as you explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, a fascinating necropolis merging Egyptian, Greek, and Roman cultures. Marvel at the Roman triclinium, statues, reliefs, and pillared lobby depicting Egyptian gods in Roman armor. Conclude the tour by walking the ramparts of the Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse, and soaking in the panoramic views. As the day ends, you'll enjoy the relaxed evening drive back to Cairo and your hotel, filled with memories of a remarkable journey through time.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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7 hours
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Available in English
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Mobile voucher
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Small Group tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Discover Alexandria's rich history on a full-day tour from Cairo, exploring ancient sites and enjoying a comfortable experience.
Included
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Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
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Professional art historian guide
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Bottled water
Excluded
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Entrance tickets aren't included
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Lunch
Meeting Point
i will do pick up and drop off from your hotel in down town and Giza pyramids
Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201 , Egypt
End Point
i will do pick up and drop off from your hotel in down town and Giza pyramids
Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201 , Egypt
What to expect
Alexandria
will meet you at 7 am at your accommodation in downtown Cairo or pyramids area, then we will start our tour. Explore the rich history of Alexandria; tracing time from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Classical period, to Roman times and beyond on an informative full-day tour from Cairo. Enjoy meet-and-greet service pick-up, and drop off from your Cairo hotel, and the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Begin the journey with a visit to the Roman theater in Kom El-Deka; a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators with galleries. Continuing, explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the 2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. See the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor, and also you visit Pompey pillar Concluding the tour, walk the ramparts of the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse. End this day of discovery with a relaxed evening drive back to Cairo, and your hotel.
Alexandria
will meet you at 7 am at your accommodation in downtown Cairo or pyramids area, then we will start our tour. Explore the rich history of Alexandria; tracing time from its ancient Egyptian roots, through the Classical period, to Roman times and beyond on an informative full-day tour from Cairo. Enjoy meet-and-greet service pick-up, and drop off from your Cairo hotel, and the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Begin the journey with a visit to the Roman theater in Kom El-Deka; a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators with galleries. Continuing, explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the 2nd century AD merges aspects of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features. See the Roman triclinium – a banquet hall to honor the dead, as well as statues, reliefs, and a pillared lobby featuring depictions of Egyptian gods in Roman armor, and also you visit Pompey pillar Concluding the tour, walk the ramparts of the 15th century Qaitbay Citadel, built upon the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse. End this day of discovery with a relaxed evening drive back to Cairo, and your hotel.
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Minimum age is 18 years
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Visit the Library of Alexandria nearby
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Try seafood at Fish Market restaurant
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Explore local shops for unique souvenirs
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Bring a camera for stunning views
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking tours
More About this Experience
Introduction
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