Alexandria

Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo Highlights

$100
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10 hours
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Answer the call of  a distinguished Alexandria day tour from Cairo, allowing the Mediterranean breeze to acquaint you with Egypt's "Pearl of the Mediterranean." This thoughtfully arranged Cairo to Alexandria day trip presents the city's rich Hellenistic legacy and cosmopolitan verve. From ancient subterranean marvels to modern beacons of knowledge, your Alexandria Egypt Tour is a passage through a city where cultures interwove, leaving an indelible mark on history, perfectly suited for solo adventurers, couples, and families alike.

Includes

  • Convenient pick-up services from your Cairo hotel and subsequent return.
  • All transfers managed by a private, air-conditioned vehicle for your comfort.
  • The expertise of a qualified Egyptologist guide throughout your Alexandria tour.
  • Admission fees to all stipulated historical sites and attractions (Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina - public areas & main museum, Alexandria National Museum).
  • Complimentary bottled water provided during your transfers.
  • All requisite service charges and local taxes.
  • A delightful lunch at a select local restaurant in Alexandria.

Excludes

  • Any additional services or items not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities for your guide and driver (customary in Egypt).
  • Personal expenditures, souvenirs, or additional refreshments.
  • Entrance to specific optional areas within the sites, such as special exhibitions within the Bibliotheca Alexandrina beyond the main viewing areas and museum.

 

Highlights
  • A proficiently arranged day trip from Cairo to Egypt's Mediterranean shoreline.
  • A passage through the captivating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, revealing a unique blend of cultural influences.
  • A visit to the striking Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a contemporary center for knowledge and culture.
  • An appreciation of Alexandria's rich chronicle at the comprehensive National Museum.
  • Relaxing travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle between Cairo and Alexandria, and within the city.
  • A distinct perspective on Alexandria's singular Greco-Roman legacy and its enduring cosmopolitan character.

Tour Plan

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The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa A Subterranean Confluence

Your Alexandria Tour commences with the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a remarkable subterranean necropolis from the 2nd century AD. This extensive network of tombs offers a fascinating confluence of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic conventions and funerary beliefs. Witness the intricate carvings, the principal tomb chamber, and the triclinium (banquet hall), all illustrating a period where diverse traditions harmoniously coexisted in ancient Alexandria. It is a profound testament to the city's unique cultural synthesis, offering a distinctive window into its syncretic past.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina A Modern Homage to Ancient Wisdom

Continue your Alexandria Day Trip to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a striking contemporary edifice built in respectful homage to its ancient namesake, once the intellectual crucible of the classical world. This architectural marvel not only houses an immense collection of literary works but also incorporates museums, art galleries, and a planetarium. It stands today as a vibrant center for culture, dialogue, and scholarship, reflecting Alexandria's enduring status as a lighthouse of learning and intellectual exchange across civilizations.

The Alexandria National Museum A City's Narrative Unfurled

The final significant stop on your Alexandria day tour from Cairo is the Alexandria National Museum. Housed within a beautifully restored Italianate palace, the museum presents a rich chronological narration of the city's multifaceted past. Its collections span Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Byzantine, Coptic, and Islamic eras, offering a comprehensive perspective on Alexandria’s evolution from a Ptolemaic capital to a sophisticated Mediterranean nexus. Admire well-preserved artifacts that articulate stories of potentates, quotidian existence, and artistic prowess across many epochs.

then chill while you are driving bak to Cairo with the unforgettable memories

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