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Guided tour to Qaitbay Citadel and Alexandria from Cairo

Cairo1 hour

Description

Experience the magic of Egypt with our guided tour to Qaitbay Citadel and Alexandria from Cairo. Delve into the fascinating history of these historical sites as you wander through their ancient ruins and learn about the stories behind them. Our expert guides will ensure you have a memorable and enlightening journey. Don't miss out on this incredible adventure!

Tour Options

Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees
  • Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees Pickup included

Itinerary

180 min

Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Emo Tours guide and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Alexandria where it` is 220 k/m away from Cairo. Arrive Alexandria around 10 am and start your day Tour

60 min

The Roman Theater is a neighborhood and archaeological site in Alexandria, Egypt. Early Kom El-Dikka was a well-off residential area, and later it was a major civic center in Alexandria, with a bath complex (thermae), auditoria (lecture halls), and a theatre. Today, Kom el-Dikka is the largest and most complete above ground archeological site in Alexandria. It provides large amounts of archeological evidence of urban life in Roman Egypt, including early villas and their mosaics, and late Roman public works.

60 min

The Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa. The catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa meaning "Mound of Shards") is a historical archaeological site located in Alexandria, Egypt, and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.The necropolis consists of a series of Alexandrian tombs, statues and archaeological objects of the Pharaonic funerary cult with Hellenistic and early Imperial Roman influences.

60 min

The Great Library of Alexandria in Alexandria, Egypt, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The library was part of a larger research institution called the Mouseion, which was dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of the arts.

60 min

Qaitbay Citadel is one of the most important forts on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. The Mamluk sultan al-Ashraf Abu al-Nasr Qaitbay built it between 882 AH/ 1477 AD and 884/ 1479 AD over the ruins of Alexandria’s Lighthouse. It served as Alexandria’defence against naval attacks

180 min

El Mursi Abu Elabas The Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque is an Egyptian mosque in the city of Alexandria. The historic mosque is named after the 13th century mystic Abu'l Abbas al-Mursi, who is also buried in the same place along with members of the Ashraf family Tour Finishes with drop off at your hotel in Cairo you will be back to Cairo around 19:00 pm.

Highlights

Private transportation
Tour guide
Bottled water
Entry Fees
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Tour guide
Bottled water
Entry Fees
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Tipping

Pickup Locations & Times

You will find our tour guide in the lobby area holding a sign showing the customer's name

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Note: Alexandria Library is Closed on Friday so you will be able to take Photos from outside

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