
Get ready to Pick you up from your hotel By Private-air-conditioned car to Alexandria which takes around 3 hours by car. your amazing day starts by visiting:
Pompey’s Pillar:
Pompey’s Pillar: A red granite triumphal column on the Hill of Bab Sidra, standing about 27 meters tall, erected in the Third Century AD in honor of Emperor Diocletian. Although long associated with Pompey, it is a Roman-era monument likely marking a public cult or significant civic site, and it remains a striking symbol of ancient Alexandria.
Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa:
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Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa represent one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in Alexandria, recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.
This remarkable burial site consists of a multi-level subterranean necropolis that descends three levels beneath the city and was constructed during the 2nd century CE. The site was accidentally rediscovered in 1900 when a donkey fell into an access shaft
Then you will get your lunch at reputable restaurant in Alexandria and then you will be ready to continue your Alexandria
Day Tour From Cairo by Visiting:
Qaitbay citadel:
The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria – Egypt is one of the most iconic and impressive fortresses in the Mediterranean. Built in 1477 by Sultan Qaitbay, this fortress has withstood the test of time and is still standing today. It is a symbol of strength, power and resilience, and it stands out as a reminder of Egypt’s glorious past.
The Citadel’s walls are made from limestone blocks that have been fitted together with precision and skill. Inside, there are many interesting features such as a mosque, an arsenal, barracks for soldiers, stables for horses and even a prison! It has served as an important strategic point throughout history and continues to be an important tourist attraction today. Visitors can explore the citadel’s many rooms and towers to get a glimpse into its fascinating past.
at the end of Your Alexandria Day Tour From Cairo you will visit:
Alexandria library:
The Library of Alexandria stands as one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world, though its exact founding date remains debated among historians.
Most scholars agree it was established during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus in the early 3rd century BC (around 285-247 BC), though some believe construction began earlier under Alexander the Great.
The library was built as part of the Mouseion (shrine of the Muses) in the Brucheion (Royal Quarter) and was designed not only to showcase Egypt's wealth but also to serve as a center of knowledge and research
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Transport:
Private A/C Vehicle
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Meals:
Lunch