Tour Itinerary
In the morning pick up from your hotel in Cairo and transferred to Alexandria,. The name of the city dates back to its founder, the Macedonian leader Alexander the Great; who arrived to Egypt in 332 B.C. You will visit the following sights:
Pompey's Pillar, one of the city's major landmarks, a 30 m high column and is a single cut from pink granite.
Fort Qaitbay, a castle-like palace which was built in AD 1480 on the edge of the harbour and represents spectacular views.
Catacombs, the largest roman cemetery in Egypt, consisting three layers tombs and chambers.
Montazah Palace Gardens, nicely decorated with lush palms and pines.
The Bibliotheca of Alexandria
It was not only an important ancient library but also the centre of learning and scientific research for the ancient world and a destination for scholars from all over the Mediterranean and beyond. Late afternoon drive back to Cairo and transfer to your hotel.
Tour Includes:
Pick up from your hotel in Cairo
All transportation by private, air-conditioned car
English Speaking Egyptologist tour guide
Lunch
All services charges and taxes
Tour Excludes:
Entrance fees to the mentioned sights
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Trip Extras:
Guides in other languages are available on request
Tour Notes:
This tour runs: every day
Pick up time: Between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m
Note: Single travelers will be charged for an additional 20 percent as a single supplement
Tel. 00201005020700
Email. tours@habibitoursegypt.com
