Highlights
- Catacombs of Kom el Shokafa: Explore ancient tombs from the Roman period.
- Temple of the Main God: Discover Greek-Roman architecture and the deity Serapis.
- Pompey's Pillar: Admire an impressive Roman triumphal monument.
- Great Library of Alexandria: Visit a historical center of knowledge, once the largest in the ancient world.
- Citadel of Qaitbay: Explore a fortress built on the ruins of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Description
In the morning, we depart from Cairo towards Alexandria, a coastal city overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, founded by Alexander the Great in the 3rd century BC. The journey takes about 3 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Our guided tour begins with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom el Shokafa, graves from the Roman period, the Temple of the main god Serabis from the Greco-Roman era, and Pompey's Pillar, a Roman triumphal column standing at 28.8 meters.
We then leave the public quarters of Alexandria to visit the Great Library of Alexandria, a cultural learning center that was once the largest in the world during the Ptolemaic era
Finally, we explore the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, serving as a coastal defense fortress.
On our way back, we pass by a restaurant where you can enjoy fish dishes before we depart Alexandria in our private, air-conditioned car back to Cairo.
Included
✓ Visit to the 4 attractions with entrance tickets
✓ English-deutsch speaking guides
✓ Meal at the restaurant (excluding drinks)
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation
✓ Drinks, both during the tour and at the restaurant
Important information
- Comfortable clothing and shoes for walking are recommended.
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