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From Cairo: Full-Day Historical Alexandria Tour

Activity provider: OceanAir Travels

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Journey through Alexandria city and walk along the Egyptian pathways. Make your way to the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman triclinium, and the Pompey's Pillar with this full-day tour from Cairo.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 10 - 11 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Arabic
Pickup included: · Pickup is available from your hotel or selected location in Cairo. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time. · The long-range pickup service from Nasr city, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage city, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels or on October 6th is available to book in the checkout process as "Add on".

Highlights

Marvel at the Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka
Admire the architectural excellence of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Explore Pompey's Pillar, enjoying its artifacts and sculptures
Enjoy a photo stop by the well-known Library of Alexandria
Stroll along the ancient ramparts of the 15th century Citadel of Qaitbay

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Enjoy a full-day trip to the historic city of Alexandria and experience the remnants of a bygone era. After pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, you'll drive towards Alexandria, stopping along the way to use the bathroom and get a coffee. Upon arrival, start your tour of this ancient city. Head towards the marble-stone Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka that once accommodated over 800 visitors. Enjoy the sights of its pleasure garden and mosaic floored Roman baths and villas. Afterward, move on to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa where you can feel the aura of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural excellence. The cemetery was constructed in the second century AD and is still one of the seven wonders of the middle ages.

Next, visit Pompey's Pillar, the significant Roman triumphal column in Alexandria. Savor a delicious lunch from a local restaurant and then enjoy an outside photo stop at the Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most renowned archives of the ancient world.

Later, visit tge Citadel of Qaitbay, built above the ruined Alexandria lighthouse. At the end of the tour, you'll be driven back to Cairo or Giza to be dropped off at your accommodation.

Includes

Transportation by air-conditioned car
Egyptologist guide
1 bottle of water

Entrance fees (Optional to select)
Lunch (Optional to select)
Gratuities

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Sunglasses
Sun hat

Not allowed

Pets
Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Please note, entrance fees are not included in the shared tour price but can be selected as an add-on during the booking process
Please note, the shared tour requires a minimum of two participants to operate. If the minimum is not met the tour may be canceled or rescheduled
The duration of the tour includes the pickup and drop-off times
Children are required to be accompanied by an adult
Pickup service available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza
The long-range pickup service from Nasr city, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage city, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels or on October 6th is available to book in the checkout process as an "Add on"

From Cairo: Full-Day Historical Alexandria Tour

From Cairo: Full-Day Historical Alexandria Tour

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