What You Will Do
A trip perfect for archaeology lovers! , you will explore the monuments, mosques, and gardens of Alexandria, on this full-day guided tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
1 hour
Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to start your tour in Alexandria. First visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
2
Ancient Roman Theatre
30 minutes
Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria.
3
Pompey's Pillar
You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century)
4
Bibliotheca Alexandria
1 hour
Next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world –Visit it’s open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby.
You will visit president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum.
Note: Alexandria library is closed on Fridays ,Saturdays & in public holidays. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.(Optional ) the library’s manuscripts museum,
5
Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral
30 minutes
The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has baroque style designs and Italian and French style properties.
6
El Nabi Daniel Mosque
30 minutes
Visit El Nabi Daniel Mosque which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the great tomb, It is said to contain the remains of the scholar and venerated teacher Prophet Daniel and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim, a religious story-teller.
then drive to Statue of Alexander the great (Fouad street) photo stop
7
Sidi Morsi Abu al-Abbas Mosque
30 minutes
The car will then take you to visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss.
Walk by the oldest funfair in Egypt.
8
Citadel of Qaitbay
30 minutes
Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.
9
Mamoura Beach
1 hour
The car will then take you to Mamoura Beach Resort is located east of Montaza's royal gardens. walking along the corniche of Maamourah is a nice walk .
It is considered one of the main tourist attractions in Alexandria for its beach, Corniche walk and parks.
On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria, built by Alexander the great, then travel in comfort back to your hotel in Alexandria.
10
Alexandria Opera House
Alexandria Opera House or Sayed Darwish Theatre was built in 1918 and opened in 1921 in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. When it opened, it was named Teatro Mohamed Ali.
11
Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial
The Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial is dedicated to unknown soldiers who lost their lives in sea battles. It was originally designed as a memorial to Khedive Ismail.
12
Stanley Bridge
Stanley is a neighborhood near the city centre of Alexandria. The area is most famous for the iconic Stanley Bridge on the Corniche, as well as its private-access beach. The bridge has a total length of 400 meters with 6 spans.
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