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Guided Tour of Alexandria

Discover the extraordinary historical heritage of this city founded by Alexander the Great, where Greek, Roman, and Egyptian cultures mix. Itinerary.

  • 7 hours
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Discover the extraordinary historical heritage of this city founded by Alexander the Great, where Greek, Roman, and Egyptian cultures mix.

Itinerary

After pickup from your hotel or the port in Alexandria, the tour begins at the Qaitbay Citadel, a fortress facing the Mediterranean sea, built with remnants of the Lighthouse of Alexandria. We then visit the Kom el Shoqafa catacombs, exploring the Roman necropolis and its unique reliefs blending Egyptian and Greco-Roman styles. Nearby, we will see Pompey's Pillar, a remnant of an ancient temple dedicated to the god Serapis. A lunch break will follow on the Mediterranean, featuring Alexandrian specialties like fish and seafood rice. The tour concludes with a visit to the New Alexandria Library, a homage to the historic library known for its papyrus collection.

After the guided tour of Alexandria, we will return you to your hotel or the port.

Pick up Point

Pickup will occur from your hotel or at the port if you arrive by cruise. Indicate your preferred pickup location during reservation.

Alexandria's Library

Note that Alexandria's New Library is closed on Friday and Saturday; bookings for these days will include a visit to the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque and the cornice instead. The library visit is conducted by an official English, French, and Arabic-speaking guide. Children under 12 are not permitted in Alexandria's Library; they may visit the Children's Museum instead.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • English speaking guide
  • Entry to the Kom el Shoqafa catacombs
  • Entry to the New Alexandria Library
  • Lunch
  • Bottle of mineral water
  • Entry to the Qaitbay Citadel

Tips

  • Accessibility: Yes, imperative to point out when the booking is made

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