Amazing Full-Day Tour in Alexandria
Overview
With the fresh breeze of the sea and the scent of history, our journey today takes you to the bride of the Mediterranean, Alexandria, where ancient alleys mingle with the pulse of modern life. In a day, you will live an unforgettable experience among the enchanting monuments that tell the stories of Pharaohs, Greeks, and Romans and savor the city's unique flavors on its picturesque beaches.
Cairo Top Tours will allow you to explore Alexandria in a day of fun excursions starting with a visit to the Quitbay Citadel, located at the end of Pharos Island in the El Sayyala area in the El Gomrok neighborhood in the far west of Alexandria, built on the ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is the lighthouse of ancient Alexandria. This castle was built by Sultan Al-Ashraf King Abu Al-Nasr Qaitbay Al-Mahmoudi in 882 AH / 1477 AD.
You will also enjoy an unforgettable visit to the Library of Alexandria, also known as the Royal Library of Alexandria or the Great Library; it was the largest library of its time, built by Ptolemy I. It is said to have been founded by Alexander the Great some twenty-three centuries ago and is also said to have been founded by Ptolemy II in the early third century BC.
As you are in Alexandria, you cannot miss seeing the Pillar Pompay. In the third century A.D., the column was built in honor of Emperor Diocletian. It is the last surviving relic of the Temple of Serapeum erected by Emperor Posthumus. The body of the column is a single piece.
You will also enjoy an ideal visit to the tombs of Kom el Shoqafa. Located in the Karmouz district of the West Alexandria neighborhood, the Kom El Shoqafa cemetery dates back to the second century AD and is considered one of the most important cemeteries in the city, and the area was named after the many pottery remains and crushers that accumulated in this place.
Throughout this day trip in Alexandria, you will enjoy every moment of your excursion.
With the fresh breeze of the sea and the scent of history, our journey today takes you to the bride of the Mediterranean, Alexandria, where ancient alleys mingle with the pulse of modern life. In a day, you will live an unforgettable experience among the enchanting monuments that tell the stories of Pharaohs, Greeks, and Romans and savor the city's unique flavors on its picturesque beaches.
Cairo Top Tours will allow you to explore Alexandria in a day of fun excursions starting with a visit to the Quitbay Citadel, located at the end of Pharos Island in the El Sayyala area in the El Gomrok neighborhood in the far west of Alexandria, built on the ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is the lighthouse of ancient Alexandria. This castle was built by Sultan Al-Ashraf King Abu Al-Nasr Qaitbay Al-Mahmoudi in 882 AH / 1477 AD.
You will also enjoy an unforgettable visit to the Library of Alexandria, also known as the Royal Library of Alexandria or the Great Library; it was the largest library of its time, built by Ptolemy I. It is said to have been founded by Alexander the Great some twenty-three centuries ago and is also said to have been founded by Ptolemy II in the early third century BC.
As you are in Alexandria, you cannot miss seeing the Pillar Pompay. In the third century A.D., the column was built in honor of Emperor Diocletian. It is the last surviving relic of the Temple of Serapeum erected by Emperor Posthumus. The body of the column is a single piece.
You will also enjoy an ideal visit to the tombs of Kom el Shoqafa. Located in the Karmouz district of the West Alexandria neighborhood, the Kom El Shoqafa cemetery dates back to the second century AD and is considered one of the most important cemeteries in the city, and the area was named after the many pottery remains and crushers that accumulated in this place.
Throughout this day trip in Alexandria, you will enjoy every moment of your excursion.
Inclusion
- Meet and greet service from your hotel and return to Alexandria.
- All transfers are in a private, air-conditioned Cairo Top Tours vehicle.
- Tickets for all sightseeing tours are mentioned in the itinerary above.
- Egyptologist private guide.
- Complimentary bottled water during your Egypt Day Tours.
- Any taxes and service charges.
Exclusion
- Additional costs were not mentioned in the previous day's tour.
- Tipping.
- Any extra cost for personal activities.
- Rates are applicable during Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt or Easter tours in Egypt.
Itinerary
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Our knowledgeable guide will meet you at your Alexandria hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and take you on all of your excursions, beginning with a memorable tour of the Library of Alexandria, also called the Great Library or the Royal Library of Alexandria. Constructed by Ptolemy I, it was the biggest library of its time. Alexander the Great is credited with founding it some 23 centuries before Ptolemy II, who did so in the early third century BC.
Next, we continue our journey to the Qaitbay Citadel, which is situated on the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is situated at the point of Pharos Island, near El Sayyala, in the district of El Gomrok, at the western end of Alexandria. It is the antique Alexandrian lighthouse. Sultan Al-Ashraf, King Abu Al-Nasr Qaitbay Al-Mahmoudi, constructed this castle between 882 and 1477.
We shall next proceed to Kom el Shoqafa's tombs. Situated in the West Alexandria neighborhood of the Karmouz district, the Kom el Shoqafa cemetery is one of the most significant in the city and dates back to the second century AD. The area got its name from the large number of pottery remains and crushers that accumulated there.
Last but not least, we must explore the Pompay Column, which was built in the third century AD in honor of Emperor Diocletian and is the only surviving artifact from Emperor Postumus' Temple of Serapeum. The column's body is one piece.
Before finishing your excursions, you will have the opportunity to taste the delicious Alexandrian fish in one of the local restaurants of the city. Finally, we will drop you off at your Alexandria hotel.
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Yes, Alexandria has several public beaches along its coastline where both locals and tourists can enjoy the sea and relax. Some of the popular public beaches in Alexandria include:
- Montazah Beach.
- Stanley Beach.
- Maamoura Beach.
- Sidi Bishr Beach.
- Aida Beach.
- Mandara Beach.
- Agamy Beach.
- Miami Beach.
- Maxim Beach
You can visit Alexandria independently if you prefer, but having a tour guide can enhance your experience by providing historical context and local insights. A guide can also help navigate the city and ensure you make the most of your time.
It will be a pleasant experience to visit Alexandria, as you will have the opportunity to go to the hidden restaurant across the street from the library; it is hidden by the water, behind huge modern sculptures, and visit the Qaitbay Citadel (Qaitbey Fort), the Roman Amphitheater, the Montazah Palace Gardens, the El Alamein Cemetery and War Museum, and the National Museum of Alexandria.
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