After being picked up from your hotel, you will travel to Alexandria. You will first visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, which is the largest Roman Cemetery and consists of three levels cut into rock. Next, you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria, complete with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East Harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar, where you will stop for a photo break. Your next stop will be to the library of Alexandria, which is the biggest library in the world, consisting of 8 million books. You can visit its open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. You will visit president Saddat Museum, and impressions of Alexandria Museum. The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has Baroque-style designs and Italian and French-style properties. Y You will also drive by Abbo Elabbas Mosque (Photo stop) the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbor where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. You will then continue to see the outside of Quaitbay Castle, which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Visit Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt's history, and pause for a photo by King Farouk's royal palace, as well as the royal beaches of the queens.

Step back in time as you explore the history of Alexandria on a day trip from Cairo. Hop aboard an airconditioned car or van and visit top sights like the Church of St. Mark, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, a gold market and Quaitbay castle. Start your day trip to Alexandria with pick-up from your accommodation in a comfortable vehicle. The first stop on this full-day tour will be a visit to the Library of Alexandria (depending on the day), the biggest library in the world. Now housing 8 million books, you can visit its open court to see the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First keeping watch over the library.    The car will then whisk you off to the Church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa. Then, continue on to the old downtown of Alexandria where you can walk through traditional markets where everything and anything is sold. Admire the downtown’s Baroque designs and Italian- and French-style properties. If you choose, have lunch in a famous restaurant called “Mohamed Ahmed’s” – the Queen of Spain has eaten here! Take a break in a coffee shop or shisha café before continuing on with your tour.   Continue your Alexandria adventure in the afternoon with a packed itinerary of sights. See the city’s oldest market area which contains both the women’s markets and the most spectacular gold market where everyone buys their wedding jewelry. See the prettiest and largest mosque in the city, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the ancient fun-fair located just outside of it where children still play. Opposite is the corniche and old harbor where you can see fishing boats and traditional fishers making nets. From here, walk 5 minutes to see Quaitbay Castle. Admire the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier and marvel at the beautiful coastline on the way to Mamoura Beach Resort, located east of Montaza's royal gardens. Walk along the corniche of Maamourah. All of these will make for excellent photo opportunities, so don't forget your camera. Finally, cross over the modern Bridge of Stanley before traveling in comfort back to your hotel.

Your Tour guide and manager will be waiting inside the Alexandria Port for you. They will be holding a sign showing your name. You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you. From the moment your tour starts, your guides will give you full attention. Once in the car, your guide will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you. First, visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century). The next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. Visit it’s open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. You will visit the library famous Manuscripts Museum, president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum. Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket. The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has baroque style designs and Italian and French style properties. Visit El Nabi Daniel Mosque which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the great tomb, It is said to contain the remains of the scholar and venerated teacher Prophet Daniel and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim, a religious story-teller. Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed’s. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria. The car will then take you to visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Drive to visit Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancinet Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world. Once inside, you will see all parts of the castle and also go on the roof to see a panoramic view of the whole city. The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can quickly have a 2 minute stop by the King of Mango and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices plus have a photo stop at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approx 25 km away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater. Once in Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden (all romantic couples and families go there) you will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk (the last king in the history of Egypt) and see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek as well as walk along the famous Montaza bridge and reach the Tea Palace island and see the royal beaches of the queens. On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria, built by Alexander the great, then travel in comfort back to your hotel. Alexandria has so much to see, feel, eat and buy so if you have time and want to add more to your itinerary – just let us know what you are interested in and we will arrange it for you at the cost price – no profit to us.

Alexandria Historical Day Trip" is a fascinating and culturally rich experience that allows participants to explore the historical and cultural heritage of Alexandria, Egypt. Led by a female guide, the tour offers a unique perspective on the city's history and landmarks. Here's a breakdown of the tour itinerary: Library of Alexandria: The tour begins with a visit to the Library of Alexandria, which is renowned as one of the largest and most significant libraries in the world. The library's history and its impressive collection of books are showcased. The presence of statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First adds a historical touch to the experience. Church of St. Mark: Participants will then visit the Church of St. Mark, which holds the distinction of being the oldest church in Africa. This visit likely provides insights into the religious history of the region and the significance of this historic church. Old Downtown: The tour continues to the old downtown area of Alexandria. Here, participants can explore traditional markets where a variety of goods are sold, offering a glimpse into the local way of life and commerce. Baroque Architecture: The downtown area's Baroque designs and architecture, influenced by Italian and French styles, are highlighted. This aspect provides an opportunity to appreciate the city's architectural history and its cultural influences. Lunch at Mohamed Ahmed’s: Participants have the option to enjoy lunch at "Mohamed Ahmed’s" restaurant, which is reputed to have hosted notable guests such as the Queen of Spain. This adds a touch of celebrity history to the tour experience. Afternoon Itinerary: In the afternoon, the tour covers various landmarks and attractions, including: Women's Markets and Gold Market: A visit to the city's oldest market area, including the gold market where wedding jewelry is sold, and the women's markets. You will also drive by Abbo Elabbas Mosque (Photo stop) the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss Ancient Fun-Fair: An ancient fun-fair located near the mosque, providing insights into local recreational traditions. Quaitbay Castle: A visit to Quaitbay Castle, followed by the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier and a walk along the corniche. Visit Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt's history, and pause for a photo by King Farouk's royal palace, as well as the royal beaches of the queens. Comfortable Return: The tour concludes with a comfortable return to participants' accommodations, wrapping up a day filled with historical exploration. This female-guided tour provides an immersive experience into the rich history, architecture, and cultural heritage of Alexandria. Participants not only learn about the city's past but also gain insights into its contemporary life and traditions.

Waltz in the city of Alexandria with a self-guided audio tour on your phone designed by an accredited expert. Listen to fascinating stories, based on an award-winning storytelling concept, and gain great insights into the most iconic landmarks of Alexandria. Start your tour from the Citadel of Qaitbay and continue to meet the Al Mursi Abu Al-Abbas Mosque, get acquainted with the Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue, and be fascinated by Pompey's Pillar. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience at your own pace the city tour of Alexandria with a captivating audio tour on your phone.

This historical tour of the Old downtown of Alexandria, named as such due to being founded by Alexander the Great in 332 B. C, will let you have a chance to encounter the less visited, not as common must see spots, that other regular itineraries won't give you the chance to: a panoramic view of the old eastern city harbor, Saint Mark Cathedral's hidden galleries that not many know about, the biggest and oldest mosque in the city plus an optional local food experience. start your day with a pick-up from your accommodation in a comfortable vehicle. the car will take you to the first visit of the catacombs of Kom-ElShuqafa. An underground tomb dating back to the 2rd century A. D. then drive to the Pompey's pillar or better known as the Serapeum temple, dating back to the 2nd century B. C. which was primarily dedicated to the ancient main god of Alexandria.From there, moving to the Roman amphitheater, dating back to 3rd century A. D. , a complete Roman Community. the car will whisk you off to a quick visit to the biggest Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in the city. (Saint Marks). you will be driven then to the Library of Alexandria. A modern library which was built close to the old one. Enjoy a visit to the place, have a look at the splendid design of the building, which is admired by many. Enjoy a visit to the library's free modern galleries too. Drive then to the the Qeitbay Fort. An old fort from the 15th century A. D. that was built close to the ancient city's lighthouse location. Eventually, you will be driven to the Oldest & biggest mosque. After this, we'd go back to our starting point to finish the tour, unless you'd want to be left in a different place.

First visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay's Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century) . Next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world - now with 8 million books. Visit it's open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. You will visit president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum. Note: Alexandria Library is closed on every public holiday. then take you to visit the church of St. Mark - the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has baroque style designs and Italian and French style properties. Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed's. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Alexandria on this exclusive VIP day trip from Cairo. From the comfort of an air-conditioned car or van, you'll be taken to explore the top sights of the city. The adventure begins with a visit to the magnificent Library of Alexandria, the largest library in the world, housing an astounding 8 million books. Marvel at the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First, standing guard over the library's open court. Next, you'll visit the Church of St. Mark, an ancient and historically significant church, considered the oldest in Africa. Continue to the old downtown of Alexandria, where you can wander through bustling traditional markets offering an array of unique items. Take in the stunning Baroque designs and the blend of Italian and French architecture that adorns the downtown area. For a truly royal experience, (Optional)indulge in lunch at the famous "Mohamed Ahmed's" restaurant, where even the Queen of Spain has dined. You can also relax at a cozy coffee shop or shisha café before continuing your tour. In the afternoon, your exploration continues with a packed itinerary of must-see sights. Visit the women's markets and the captivating gold market, where locals buy their wedding jewelry. Admire the grandeur of the Abbo Elabbas Mosque (Photo Stop), the city's largest and most beautiful mosque, and explore the nearby ancient fun-fair where children still play. Witness the traditional fishing boats and fishermen making nets at the old harbor and corniche. Visit the historic Quaitbay Castle .Pass by the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier. Then Visit Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt's history, and pause for a photo by King Farouk's royal palace, as well as the royal beaches of the queens. Throughout the day, there will be plenty of opportunities for memorable photos, so be sure to bring your camera to capture these extraordinary moments. Finally, pass by the modern Bridge of Stanley and relax in comfort as you are transported back to your hotel, cherishing the memories of an unforgettable VIP experience in Alexandria.

Day 1: Cairo Arrival to Cairo airport, our representative waiting you with a sign of your name then you will be transferred by to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo. Day 2: Pyramids and Egyptian Museum Tour Breakfast. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display is rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions, Sphinx & Valley Temples. Day 3: Cairo - Nile Cruise Breakfast. Early Transfer to the domestic airport. Departure by the plane to Aswan. Arrival and transfer to visit the High Dam and the Philae temple. Transfer to the Cruise. Lunch on board. Overnight in Cruise. Day 4: Nile Cruise Breakfast on board. Visit the temple of Kom Ombo. Visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. dinner on board & Galabya party. Overnight in Cruise. Day 5: Nile Cruise - Luxor Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Horus in Edfu. Cross the lock. Sail to Luxor. Day 6: Luxor / Cairo Breakfast on board. Disembarkation. Cross to the West Bank to visit Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Excursion to the Valley of Kings; visit the tombs of various Dynasties, The Temple of Deir El Bahari. On the return journey stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenopis III facing the Nile. Then visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Transfer to Luxor airport and departure by plane to Cairo. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo. Day 7: Day Trip to Alexandria Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, Travel to Alexandria. start your tour to Alexandria. Start the tour with the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world - now with 8 million books. Visit it's open court and free museums. Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase an extra ticket. Then visit the Site of the Lighthouse; one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World on which now stands the castle of Qaitbey. Continue your tour by visiting the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, as well as the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria and the statue of Alexander the Great. You can then stop for lunch (Optional) before visiting the church of St. Mark - the oldest church in Africa before driving along the Cornish (30 km) to see the whole city of Alexandria from the sea side which includes the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater. Stop over the famous bridge of Stanley - the modern landmark of modern Alexandria, before visiting the old downtown of Alexandria and walking through the old city-center of Alexandria: built by Alexander the great. Travel in comfort back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo Day 8 : Cairo- Departure Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport