Why choose this Cairo tour ?
Discover Alexandria city in two days and one night trip from Cairo. See rock-cut Roman catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel . Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Mosques, Roman Monuments ,stroll the royal gardens of the Montazah palace and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch . Explore the impressive sites at Al Alamein battlefield and pay respect to the cemeteries of (Commonwealth, German and Italian). See the military Museum and witness a collection of memorabilia ,weapons ,uniforms ,maps and artifacts of each countries involved in the battle.
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What makes 2 Days in Alexandria , El Alamein From Cairo a unique experience ?
Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and drive to Alexandria (about 03 hours). Start by visiting the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery, discovered 1900 accidentally. It’s a Greco Roman underground rock-cut tomb. Then, visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments. Drive-by Pompey’s Pillar and stop for a photo.
Next, explore the Library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. our tour includes visiting the reading hall, the impressions of Alexandria museum and president Sadat Museum. Stop for lunch at quality local restaurants on the Mediterranean before visiting the Church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa. Visit El Nabi Daniel Mosque which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the great tomb.
Proceed to Montazah Park and Royal Gardens of King Farouk, royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek with its beautiful landscaped grounds and sweeping views of the sea Before taking you back to your hotel to stay overnight in Alexandria
Meals: Lunch
You will be picked up from your hotel by your tour guide after breakfast. Then, travel to the biggest mosque in the city, the Abo Al Abbas Mosque, the biggest mosque in the city. Continue to see Qaitbay Castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Visit the Fort and take outstanding photos inside and outside of it.
Next, visit Montazah Park and Royal Gardens of King Farouk, royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek with its beautiful landscaped grounds and sweeping views of the sea.
Head for or El Alamein (about 90 minutes) and visit one of the cemeteries (commonwealth, Italian or German) .The cemetery now contains 7,240 Commonwealth burials of the Second World War , as well as the military museum of El Alamein where you will see very interesting artifacts and description of the famous battle of El Alamein .Return to Cairo with an A/C vehicle
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Included with Your Ticket
- Bottled water during the tours
- Expert Egyptology tour guide speaks your language
- All Service charges & taxes
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.
- 2 Lunch at a local restaurant.
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
- 1 Night hotel accommodation in Alexandria on Bed & Breakfast basis.
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- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping (Recommended)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Blue Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.