Alexandria Private Day Trip From Cairo: Top Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour

   3 h

2. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina — also known as the Library of Alexandria — is a world-renowned library and cultural landmark located on the Mediterranean coast in the historic city of Alexandria, Egypt. It stands as a modern tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria, once the greatest center of learning in the ancient world. Inside, visitors can explore impressive reading halls, museums, art galleries, and exhibitions that celebrate knowledge, history, and global culture. Please note: The library is closed on Fridays, so access will not be available on that day

   2 hAdmission included

3. Sultan Abu al-Nasr Sayf al-Din al-Ashraf Qaitbay (c. 1416/1418 – August 7, 1496) was the eighteenth Sultan of the Burji Mamluks. Born Circassian, he was purchased by Sultan Barsbay and later freed by Sultan Jaqmaq. During his reign, he stabilized the Mamluk state and strengthened its northern borders against the Ottomans. Though he led numerous military campaigns, Qaitbay is best remembered for his architectural patronage, leaving his mark on Mecca, Medina, Jerusalem, Damascus, Aleppo, Alexandria, and Cairo.

   1 hAdmission included

4. The Roman Amphitheatre is one of Alexandria's most popular monuments. This is Egypt's second most important city, after the capital, Cairo. While the amphitheaters were spread throught different countries like Greece, Italy, and Turkey during the reign of the Romans with many examples of these structures still present in many regions around Europe and the Middle East, the Roman Amphitheatre of Alexandria is the only one of its type in Egypt.

   1 hAdmission included

5. The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa (meaning "Mound of Shards") is a historical archaeological site located in Alexandria, Egypt. It is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, showcasing a unique blend of ancient Egyptian and Roman architecture. Discovered in the 19th century, the catacombs date back to the early centuries AD and serve as an impressive example of the cultural influences that shaped Alexandria during that time.

   1 hAdmission included

6. El Mursi Abu Elabas: Explore the Richness of Arabian Craftsmanship Experience traditional Arabian artisanship at its finest with our exquisite El Mursi Abu Elabas collection. Every piece in this range is thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted to represent the intricate mysticism of Arabian culture.

   30 minAdmission included

7. Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

   3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Cairo

• Its from-price is 23% below the median of the 2673 day trips we list in Cairo.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 409 of 2673.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cairo

Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.

On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.

Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.

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