Why choose this Cairo tour ?
Pay a visit to Egypt’s beautiful second city. See rock-cut Roman catacombs, the ruins of a Roman temple complex, and Qaitbey Citadel. Visit the Bibleotheca Alexandrina and enjoy fresh seafood by the Mediterranean.
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What makes Private Full-Day Trip in Alexandria from Cairo a unique experience ?
Mini Trip Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and transfer to enjoy amazing day trip to Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour the Emperor Diocletain. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria.
Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the old lighthouse location after it was destroyed by the earth wake , the citadel of Alexandria was named after sultan Ashraf Qaitbay who wanted to protect Alexandria city from the ottoman empire direct threats . Qaitbay citadel is one of top attractions in Alexandria city for its historic value and important position
then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a revival of the legendary ancient library built in classical Greek times. The rebuilding of the library has returned Alexandria to its former status as a centre for learning and exchange and provided the city with a landmark building Finally you will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Private Full-Day Trip in Alexandria from Cairo
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Private Full-Day Trip in Alexandria from Cairo Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- All taxes & service charge.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Lunch meal will be served in a local restaurant.
- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- Bottled water during your trip.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Not Included
- Personal spendings.
- Tipping.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by MiniTripTours Agency.
- 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 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.