Discover the old Greco-Roman Capital of Egypt. The city of Alexander the Great, the intellectual and cultural center of the ancient Mediterranean for much of the Hellenistic age and late antiquity. It was at one time the largest city in the ancient world before being eventually overtaken by Rome.
Our tour will start in the early morning, I will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, to enjoy an amazing day trip to Alexandria.
First, visit Pompey's Pillar. It was constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis.
Then drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
Then proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient (lighthouse) of Alexandria.
The price includes: private vehicle; driver; guide; lunch; entrance fees; mineral water.
We'll pick you up from your hotel and head out on a tour.