Two days and one night excursion
to Alexandria from Cairo
Immerse yourself in the ancient history of the famous Alexandria and come back to reality by visiting its modern buildings, let yourself be guided by listening to the historical events that brought Alexandria to its life today.
Itinerary:
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Departure in the morning from your hotel in Cairo by private air-conditioned car to take the road to Alexandria:
Day 1:
the Roman Catacombs
These Catacombs date from the 2nd Century AD, carved on 3 levels in the rock, they are the largest tombs of the Roman era.
They were initially made for a family but, over the years, will be enlarged and occupied by several families.
Mixture of Egyptian and Greco-Roman art, their decorations and structures make these catacombs one of a kind.
Pompey's column and the serepeum
Proudly dominating Alexandria since the 3rd century, this column of red granite stands at the top of its 26m in the middle of the serapeum built to the glory of the Emperor Diocletian. The Serapeum is a temple dedicated to the god Apis, the bull.
The Roman Amphitheater
This Amphitheater, dating from the 2nd century, could accommodate 800 people within its 13 semi-circular white marble steps.
These mosaics on the floor, these green marble and red granite columns make this unique Roman theater in Egypt, a must-see place to visit. You can also have an acoustic experience that will amaze you.
Around this amphitheater and dating from the same period, you can see the remains of thermal baths and Roman houses.
Qaitbay fort
This fort built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay in the 15th century in a medieval style and typical of the military architecture of this Mamluk period.
It is located at the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria at the northern end of the entrance to the Eastern Harbor.
You will reach it by a passage made in the granite of Aswan.
This fortress, which houses a mosque, offers a magnificent panorama of the city and the Mediterranean.
The mosque of Abu El Abbas El Morsi
Inspired by Andalusian and Arab art, this mosque was built in 1927.
Its immense minaret and its four domes make it the largest mosque in Alexandria.
It is near the fort of Qaitbay.
the city center of Alexandria
Walk to visit the city center of Alexandria. Look at the traditional markets, the local architecture features Baroque style motifs and Italian and French style properties.
Continue your tour passing through the oldest Souk in Mansheya and discover the traditional women's markets (zan'et elsetat) with very narrow streets. There is also the Gold Market where they buy engagement and wedding jewelry.
Day 2:
Montazah Palace and Gardens
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The gardens of Montazah include several buildings.
The first palace, Salamlek, was started in 1892 by King Abbas II, then in 1932, King Fouad I had an even larger palace, Haramlik, made. Until 1952, the property will belong to the royal family Mohamed Ali.
Today it is a very popular place for walking, consisting of magnificent gardens over an area of 155 hectares and offering a magnificent view of the bay of Alexandria.
The Library of Alexandria
One of the terrible episodes in the history of Egypt was the destruction of the Library of Alexandria, but with the help of UNESCO, Egypt built in 2002 on the site of the remains the great library of the Mediterranean world.
At the cutting edge of technology, it provides researchers and academics with the essential tools to maintain and advance the cultural and scientific position of the Middle East.
Reading room, museums, restoration laboratory, specific rooms to accommodate the disabled and the blind, everything is done to ensure that everyone has equal access to culture.
Its original architecture, chosen after a great competition, is the work of a Norwegian architectural firm, it represents the solar star still present in Egypt, emerging from the earth, the rebirth of a place of knowledge.
Return to Cairo.
Starting point:
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Hotels in downtown Cairo or the Gizèh.
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Departure time: 7:00 am in the morning.
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Earlier or later departures are available.
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Back to the starting point.
Cost:
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Based on 2 people: 340 dollars per person.
The price includes :
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All transfers and trips in private air-conditioned vehicles.
The English speaking guide Individual Egyptologist.
The visits mentioned in the program and the entrance tickets.
Accommodation in a charming hotel with breakfast.
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The price does not include:
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Drinks during meals.
Personal expenses.
Visits and meals not mentioned in the program.
Tips for drivers and guides.