You'll be traveling from Cairo to Alexandria today. Alexandria is renowned for its rich history that dates back to Alexander the Great and its stunning beaches.
The journey to Alexandria, where your local guide will pick you up to begin your city tour, begins the tour at nine in the morning. Fort Qaitbey, which Sultan Qaitbey erected in 1480 on an island in the Mediterranean Sea, will be your first stop. At a height of about 10 meters above sea level, the fort provides one of the best vistas of Alexandria, looking down on both the city and its well-known seafront promenade.
Following that, you'll visit some other Alexandrian attractions, including Pompey's Pillar, the world's oldest museum, and Pompey's Pillar, a massive ancient Roman column perched atop a hill.
You will go to the 280 BC The Catacombs of Kom El-Shuqafa, an underground graveyard. As part of our trip, we'll also stop by the Coptic Museum to view its collection of Coptic artwork and artifacts, which includes some of the oldest surviving works of Christian literature.
After that, we'll take a stroll along the Corniche to admire some of the stunning buildings and monuments in the area. Before heading back to Cairo, it's time for lunch at one of the many seafood eateries in Alexandria.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch