Discover the historic beauty and World War II sights of Egypt on an Alexandria and El Alamein Day Tour. Explore the highlights of Alexandria, including Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs, and visit the famous World War II battle site in El Alamein.
Discover the historic beauty and World War II sights of Egypt on an Alexandria and El Alamein Day Tour. Explore the highlights of Alexandria, including Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs, and visit the famous World War II battle site in El Alamein.
- Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Drive to Alexandria, 220 km northeast of Cairo, approximately a 3-hour journey, to visit your first attraction: The Catacombs Tomb. Built between the 2nd and 4th centuries by the Romans and accidentally discovered in 1900 AD, it is one of the largest necropolises. It features a series of Alexandrian tombs, statues,…
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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Drive to Alexandria, 220 km northeast of Cairo, approximately a 3-hour journey, to visit your first attraction: The Catacombs Tomb. Built between the 2nd and 4th centuries by the Romans and accidentally discovered in 1900 AD, it is one of the largest necropolises. It features a series of Alexandrian tombs, statues, and archaeological objects that blend Pharaonic funeral traditions with Hellenistic and early Imperial Roman influences.
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Pompey’s Pillar - Afterward, travel 2 km from the Catacombs to Pompey’s Pillar. This Roman triumphal column is one of the largest of its kind constructed outside the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. Located at the Serapeum of Alexandria, it is the only known free-standing column in Roman Egypt not made of drums. It is one of the largest ancient monoliths and one of the largest monolithic columns ever erected.
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Kayetbai - Next, drive to the shore of Alexandria to the site of one of the ancient Seven Wonders, the old lighthouse, which was completely destroyed and replaced by Qaitbay Castle, built in the 15th century. Enjoy a walk around the exterior and take the opportunity to photograph the famous Abu-Alabbas Al-Mursi Mosque. Drive along the Corniche of Alexandria with a stop at the Alexandria Bibliotheca, the world’s leading library, housing over 8 million books.
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Montazah Gardens - After traversing modern Alexandria, you will arrive at the Montazah Palace, formerly known as King Farouk’s Palace.
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El Alamein War Cemetery - The following day, visit the renowned World War II battlefield in El Alamein City, located 106 km west of Alexandria. The site features a war museum with artifacts from the Civil War and other North African battles, as well as several military cemeteries for German, Italian, Greek, and Commonwealth soldiers.
- Expert Egyptology tour guide speaks your language
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
- Accommodation for night at hotel
- Food and drinks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks
- Expert Egyptology tour guide speaks your language
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
- Accommodation for night at hotel
- Food and drinks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks
- Any extra not mentioned
- Tipping
- Any extra not mentioned
- Tipping
Experience a unique cultural journey as you explore the most exquisite city in Egypt, established by royal decree of Alexander the Great in 332 BC with ambitions of it becoming the hub of his empire. This city, positioned over the fisherman’s hamlet Rhacotis, provides the opportunity to discover Alexandria’s highlights including Pompey’s Pillar, The…
Experience a unique cultural journey as you explore the most exquisite city in Egypt, established by royal decree of Alexander the Great in 332 BC with ambitions of it becoming the hub of his empire. This city, positioned over the fisherman’s hamlet Rhacotis, provides the opportunity to discover Alexandria’s highlights including Pompey’s Pillar, The Catacombs, the location of the ancient lighthouse, Qaitbay Citadel, and Montazah Palace nestled in the Royal Gardens. Additionally, get an exclusive chance to visit the city of El Alamein, recognized for its pivotal tank battle in the Second World War with thousands of tombs belonging to Allied and Axis soldiers.
- All Hotels
- Infant seats unavailable
- Infants must not sit on laps
- No public transportation nearby
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Wheelchair accessible
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.