Begin your journey with a scenic drive to Alexandria, where your adventure starts with a visit to Pompey’s Pillar, Egypt’s largest memorial column. Then, head to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery, showcasing ancient burial traditions. Admire the impressive Alexandria Library from outside before exploring the historic Qaitbay Castle. Visit the beautiful Abo El Abbas Mosque and stroll through the city’s vibrant streets. Enjoy lunch by the seaside before returning comfortably to Cairo.
In the early morning, at Seven am meet with your Egypt Day tours rep, discuss and plan the route for the day. Then take your private air-conditioned coach and relax during the scenic 3-hour drive to Alexandria. and get ready to start your Alexandria day trip after meeting your guide
You will start your day trip in Alexandria by visiting Pompay’s Pillar, the biggest memorial column in Egypt. Standing in the ancient city of Alexandria, this structure is 100 feet high approximately. Then head to visit Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa which is considered as the largest Roman cemetery it contains 3 underground floors shows how they used to bury the dead in the Greek-roman period. Also, it shows you how much the Egyptian art reflects on them from many scenes decorated the tomb.
Next, visit the library of Alexandria from outside. It is the biggest library in the world now with its 8 million books. The library of Alexandria was opened in 2002.
Later head to visit the Citadel of Qaitbay; which was built on the same site as the lighthouse which was one of the old seven wonders of the ancient world.
Later on, you will go to the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city Abo El Abbas Mosque. Further, your guide will lead you to enjoy a walking tour from the unknown soldier Memorial blend with the locals gets deep into the small alleys of the original streets of the city.
You will see the oldest tram in Alexandria. Afterward, reach El-Ramel station, enjoy a delicious lunch while you are taking a walk at the seaside or just sitting in a local restaurant then return to the vehicle and relax during the journey back to your hotel in Cairo where the tour concludes.
All prices are in US dollars per person and depend on your travel dates, group size and hotel category. Every tour is private, so we prepare a quote for your own group. You can pay online through our secure payment gateway with no extra costs or surcharges.
After your tour is confirmed, we will email you the final confirmation of the tour and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will Contain contact numbers of customer care, tour operator, and All information for your convenience.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is left to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.
If your tour package includes airfare, an extra charge for your children may apply.
Egypt Day Tours do not require a cancellation fee for tours or excursions canceled for ‘force majeure’ reasons like volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons that are Out of control. If the booking cancellation happens For personal or business reasons and Egypt Day Tours has already incurred the booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.
A 20% deposit confirms your booking (70% for groups of 20 travelers or more). You can pay the deposit by credit or debit card (MasterCard or Visa) through our secure online payment system, and you pay the balance in Egypt to your Egypt Day Tours representative when your tour starts.
Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by Travel Guard. One week, 25$ per person.
All tours don’t include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as walking inside one of the pyramids and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost.
Please contact us if you wish to add or adjust anything to the program.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during your trip:
You’ll visit Pompey’s Pillar, Egypt’s largest memorial column, then explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. From there you’ll see the Alexandria Library from the outside, the historic Qaitbay Castle, and the Abu El Abbas Mosque.
Your guide will meet you at your Cairo hotel at 7am to plan the day’s route before setting off on the scenic drive to Alexandria.
It’s about a 3-hour drive each way in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, so you’ll have a full day in Alexandria itself.
Yes, you’ll enjoy lunch by the seaside during your day in Alexandria.
Yes, every Egypt Day Tours trip is private, just you and your own group with your guide and driver for the day.
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