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HomeAlexandria Monumental Landmarks 12.30 Hour Tour From Cairo
Description
Travel from Cairo to explore the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria in 12:30 hours. Discover the history and architecture of Alexandria by visiting various famous historical archaeological sites that are not only Egyptian but also Roman. Experience a heavy dose of colonial charm and visit the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. See Pompey's pillar, Haramlek Palace, Qeitbay Citadel and more on this tour.
Highlights
Kom shokafa catacomb, pompey’s pillar, Qeitbay citadel, montazah palace
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Pick-up from the hotel in Cairo.
Travel to the Roman triumphal red granite column-the Pompey's pillar.
Explore the ruins of the temple of Serapis, once a magnificent structure rivalling the Soma and the Caesarean.
Drive to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, also called Mound of Shards, as heaps of broken pottery were found around this area.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit the Citadel of Qeitbay, a defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast.
Proceed to the royal library of Alexandria, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world.
Explore the Montazah Garden and Haramlek Palace built by King Farouk.
Return to the hotel in Cairo.
What's Included
Pick up and drop off services
Transportation
Private tour guide
Entrance fees
Mineral water
All taxes & service charges
What's Excluded
Personal expenses
Meals
Tips
What to bring
Comfortable shoes
Charged camera or handy with enough memory
A scarf or hat
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 2 To 4 | USD 120 Per Person |
| 5 To 8 | USD 110 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |