day tour Alexandria from Cairo / Giza hotels

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Stop At: Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Mohmad said Al halawane Mohmad said Al halawane, Alexandria 21599 Egypt

pick up from your hotel in cairo or giza 7am , The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern; its ambiance and cultural heritage separate it from the rest of the country although it is only 225 km. from Cairo.

Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 B.C., Alexandria became the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt; its status as a beacon of culture is symbolized by Pharos, the legendry lighthouse that was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The setting for the stormy relationship between Cleopatra and Mark Antony, Alexandria was also the center of learning in the ancient world.

Since the 19th century Alexandria has played a new role, as a focus for Egypt's commercial and maritime expansion.

This Alexandria has been immortalized by writers such as E.M. Forster and Cavafy.

start your tour to visit catacomb tomb , pompy's pillar , library with additional ticket , citadel of quitbay same site of light hours from outside , morsy abu el abbs mosque then trasnfer back t o your hotel

Duration: 10 hours