Embark on a full-day tour of Alexandria and discover its historic landmarks, mosques, and gardens with an expert guide. Explore the city’s treasures and learn fascinating stories along the way.
Embark on a full-day tour of Alexandria and discover its historic landmarks, mosques, and gardens with an expert guide. Explore the city’s treasures and learn fascinating stories along the way.
- Montazah Gardens - Pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and Travel to Alexandria. Start the tour with a visit to Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt’s history. You’ll have the opportunity to pause for a photo by King Farouk’s royal palace, as well as explore the royal beaches of the queens.
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Montazah Gardens - Pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and Travel to Alexandria. Start the tour with a visit to Montazah Palace Gardens, the royal gardens of King Farouk, the last king in Egypt’s history. You’ll have the opportunity to pause for a photo by King Farouk’s royal palace, as well as explore the royal beaches of the queens.
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Stanley Bridge - En route, you will pass by the renowned Stanley Bridge, a modern landmark that stands as a symbol of contemporary Alexandria.
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Bibliotheca Alexandria - Then drive to visit the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world – now with 8 million books. Visit President Sadat Museum and visit the open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. Our guide will explain the design of the library from outside, you will have a chance for some photo stops. Note: Alexandria library is closed on Fridays ,Saturdays & in public holidays. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket.
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Mansheya - Continue your tour by passing through the oldest market area in Mansheya and see the traditional womens’ markets (zan’et etsetat) with very thin and narrow streets, gold market also exists here where everyone buys their wedding and engagement jewellery.
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Alexandria Unknown Naval Soldier Memorial - passing by Unknown Soldiers Memorial
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Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi - The car will then transport you to the most beautiful and largest mosque in the city, allowing for a photo stop at the Abbo Elabbas Mosque.
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Kayetbai - 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.
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Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral - The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark – the oldest church in Africa,
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Ancient Roman Amphitheater - Visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. Travel back to Cairo.
- Entrance fees included
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- All fees and taxes covered
- Entrance fees included
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- All fees and taxes covered
- Tea and coffee
- Gratuities
- Tea and coffee
- Gratuities
The best way to explore Alexandria city and see the most important places with a professional tour guide.
Take a tour of the gardens, landmarks, and mosques of Alexandria with a guide who is an expert on all things Egypt and archaeology. As you explore with just your personal group, you’ll hear fun curiosities about the city you will explore the…
The best way to explore Alexandria city and see the most important places with a professional tour guide.
Take a tour of the gardens, landmarks, and mosques of Alexandria with a guide who is an expert on all things Egypt and archaeology. As you explore with just your personal group, you’ll hear fun curiosities about the city you will explore the monuments, mosques, and gardens of Alexandria, on this full-day guided tour.
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.