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Experience Alexandria day trip from Cairo, leave Cairo in the morning for a full day tours from Cairo to Alexandria by Car. You will see the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. The city still has some classic colonial architecture and Roman remains. You will explore the ancient catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Roman amphitheater, fort Qaitbey and the impressive new library
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Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Cairo, Egypt
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Experience Alexandria day trip from Cairo, leave Cairo in the morning for a full day tours from Cairo to Alexandria by Car. You will see the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. The city still has some classic colonial architecture and Roman remains. You will explore the ancient catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Roman amphitheater, fort Qaitbey and the impressive new library
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Stop At: Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Kom Al Shokafa, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
It is a necropolis of 3 sub-levels dating from the 2nd century AD. The catacombs merge aspects of the Egyptian, Greek, and Roman culture in its features.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Pompey’s Pillar, Al Karah WA at Toubageyah WA Kafr Al Ghates, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
You will also proceed to visit the Pompey’s pillar, one of the largest monolithic columns ever erected; it is a single piece of Aswan red granite.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient Roman Amphitheater, Ismail Mahana Road Kom El Dekka Gharb, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
And then, move to visit the Roman amphitheater, a well preserved marble theater that once seated 800 spectators. Once, it was surrounded by the Roman baths, villas with galleries, sections of mosaic flooring, and a pleasure garden.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bibliotheca Alexandrina, El Shatby, Alexandria 30100 Egypt
And then, continue to visit Alexandria library, the new library building was designed by the Norwegian house. It is a striking piece of modern design that stands in contrast to the ancient architecture found throughout Egypt. Moreover, you will have free time to enter the library though local guide will show you the library inside.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria, As Sayalah Sharq, Qesm Al Gomrok, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Finally, you will explore the 15th century defensive fortress of Qaitbay. It is located on the Mediterranean Sea coast, and built on the site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse. Then, transfer back to your hotel in Cairo
Duration: 1 hour
