Day Tour in Alexandria (Archeological)

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Day Tour in Alexandria (Archeological)

Schedule:

Everyday

Duration:

Approx. 7-8 hours

Pickup Time:

9:00am - we can change the time to suit you.

Tour Highlights:

Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa

Pompay's Pillar Photo stop

The library of Alexandria

Castle of Kaitbey inside 

The old harbor of Alexandria

St. Mark - the oldest church in Africa

The old city-center of Alexandria

Abbo Elabbas Mosque

Site of the Lighthouse; one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Montaza Gardens

Stanley Bridge

Tour Prices:


Single 2- 3 Persons 4- 6 Persons 7- 10 Persons
Prices 115 $ 80 $ 75 $ 70 $


Day Tour in Alexandria Itinerary

Ramasside Tours 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. Then 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) .

Next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world - now with 8 million books. 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 the president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum.

Note: Alexandria Library is closed on every public holiday.

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.

Then We will walk by the excavation site of the Old Roman City of Alexandria, including Roman villas, the Amphitheater Ruins, Alexandria's Great Tomb excavation site, and various ruins. Please note that its not allowed visiting inside  these excavation sites but will enjoy an external view while our guide shares insights into their historical significance.


Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed's. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria.


You will also drive by Abbo Elabbas Mosque (Photo stop) 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.


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.


Once in Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden (all romantic couples and families go there) you will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk (the last king in the history of Egypt) and see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek as well as walk along the famous Montaza bridge and reach the Tea Palace island and see the royal beaches of the queens.

    • The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can quickly have a 2 minute stop by the King of Mango and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices plus have a photo stop at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approx 25 km away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater.

    On your way back you will pass by the famous bridge of Stanley - the modern landmark of modern Alexandria,  then travel in comfort back to your hotel in Cairo.

    Alexandria has so much to see, feel, eat and buy so if you have time and want to add more to your itinerary - just let us know what you are interested in and we will arrange it for you at the cost price - no profit to us.


    Includes:

    Entrance fees
    All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
    Expert tour guide
    All Service charges & taxes


    Excludes:

    Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

    Essential Trip Notes & Recommendations :


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    Lunch

    Lunch can be added at sea view restaurant at 15$ extra per person. we should reserve in advance let me know if you are interested.

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    Pick up transfer highly recommend

     We can transfer you from the airport to your hotel so you avoid the hassle with airport taxis

    The price is 30$ per way

     Visa service upon arrival 35$ per person

    Skip queues on arrival save time and complicated procedures. our rep will have your visa already prepared for you. Just send us copy of your passport.

     

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    Not only will you be comfortable during your journey, but you'll also arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and ready to explore.



    • Alexandria Trip

    Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase an extra ticket.

     

    • Tour and Prices

    Tour price currency is set to USD but you can pay in Euro or British pound.The prices quoted per person and prices are always updated to ensure you receive the lowest price possible. Our tours are occasionally organized as semi-private, shared small tours. Upon request, we can arrange for a fully private VIP tour.


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    • Vegetarian option

      is available, please advise at time of booking if required

     

    • Additional Entry Tickets

    All tours don't include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as walking inside one of the pyramid to see the deep burial chambers and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or to enter the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost. 

     

    • Children Policy

    0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
    2- 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
    12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
    If your tour includes airfare then an extra charges for your children may apply.

     

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    Add-on Options:

    Alexandria By Boat ( 30$ )

    Alexandria By Night ( 40$ )

    Lunch (Traditional or modern Egyptian) ( 15$ )

    Travel Insurance ( 15$ )

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