Rosetta from Alexandria

Alexandria1 hour

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Description

Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative from your hotel in Alexandria. You will take a motorboat journey along the Nile River to visit an island where the Nile meets the Mediterranean Sea. There, you will explore the castle where the Rosetta Stone was discovered. The Rosetta Stone is an ancient Egyptian granodiorite stele that features a decree issued in 196 BC. The decree is inscribed in three scripts: Greek, Demotic, and Hieroglyphic, making it a key artifact for deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs. It was discovered in 1799 by French soldiers near the town of Rosetta (modern-day Rashid) in the Nile Delta, Egypt. This discovery played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of ancient Egyptian language and culture. Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with the memories of Egypt's wonders.

Tour Options

Executive Private Transfer

The Mercedes-Benz Vito: Tailored for small groups or families seeking a dedicated, high-end transport experience. Pickup included

Rosetta from Alexandria

Pickup included

Itinerary

60 min

Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative from your hotel in Alexandria.

30 min

You will take a motorboat journey along the Nile River to visit an island where the Nile meets the Mediterranean Sea. There, you will explore the castle where the Rosetta Stone was discovered.

45 min

Discover the Rosetta Stone, an ancient Egyptian granodiorite stele that features a decree issued in 196 BC. The decree is inscribed in three scripts: Greek, Demotic, and Hieroglyphic, making it a key artifact for deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs. It was discovered in 1799 by French soldiers near the town of Rosetta (modern-day Rashid) in the Nile Delta, Egypt. This discovery played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of ancient Egyptian language and culture.

30 min

Return boat ride from the island.

60 min

Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with the memories of Egypt's wonders.

Highlights

All Fees and Taxes
A specialized guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included

All Fees and Taxes

A specialized guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Mercedes Viano for extra Supplement Per person. Premium luxury transport for small group of 4.

Pickup Locations & Times

Meet & Assist: A NASCO Tours representative will be waiting for you at your selected pick-up location, holding a sign for easy identification. Pick-Up Confirmation: Please confirm your pick-up details at least 24 hours before departure. Passport Copies: Kindly provide copies of your passports via email or WhatsApp at least 48 hours before the departure.