Alexandria Day Tour from Alexandria Port
Happy Egypt provides you with the great opportunity to take many tours and trips in Egypt. If you're looking to explore Alexandria on a day tour from Alexandria Port, this tour offers a glimpse of the main attractions in Alexandria during a day tour from Alexandria Port, allowing you to explore the city's rich history and cultural heritage. Make this trip one of Egypt shore excursions with Happy Egypt.
Tour itinerary
Day 01 Day in Alexandria
Your guide will pick you up from Alexandria Port to start your tour.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa:
Archeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. The history of the great Egyptian kingdoms, which spanned thousands of years, was one of course.
Also in 332 B.C., Alexander the Great had conquered the land, established the city of Alexandria, and started a dynasty of Greek rulers who brought their own culture to the metropolis. When the Romans finally seized control of the city in 31 B.C., they introduced their customs.
Pompey’s pillar:
Pompey’s pillar is a Roman column in Alexandria and the largest of its type constructed outside of the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. The column was made of Aswan granite. It is about 27 m high.
You will be provided with a lot of information during your Cairo day tours. The column was built in 297 AD, commemorating the victory of the Roman Emperor Diocletian over an Alexandrian revolt. It is wrongly dated to Pompey.
The Citadel of Qaitbay:
The citadel of Qaitbay was built in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Seif El-Din Qaitbay. The citadel was built on the site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Sultan Qaitbay was born in 1423 AD. Then Sultan Djamqaq bought him and gave him freedom.
He was the chief of the army during the rule of Sultan Tamar Bougha. When the Sultan was dethroned, Qaitbay was appointed as a Sultan in 1468 AD and ruled for about 29 years. Qaitbay was fond of art and architecture, as the construction of this citadel started in 882 AH. When you travel from Cairo to Alexandria, learn more.
Roman Amphitheatre:
It is one of the most popular Alexandria highlights. The amphitheaters were widespread during Roman times. This Amphitheatre is the only one that still exists in Egypt. Located at Kom El-Dekkah (Hill of Benches), named due to the many piles of rubble and sand found there. Kom El-Dekka theatre was where important meetings like public assemblies and governmental summits took place. This theatre consists of 13 rows numbered in Roman digits.
The Library of Alexandria:
It is one of the largest libraries in the world and is one of the largest Alexandria sights that you can visit. Located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is a commemoration of the Library of Alexandria, which was lost in antiquity, and an attempt to revive something of the brilliance that this former center of study represented. The library was officially inaugurated in 2002. It contains books in Arabic, English, and French.
Tour included
- Alexandria port pick up and drop off.
- Alexandria port permission.
- All transfers in air-conditioned tourist coach.
- Licensed tour guide.
- Entrance fees for the included sites.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Soft Drinks.
Tour excluded
- Tips for guide and driver.
- Personal expenses.
Notes
- Children from 1-5 years are free of charge.
- Children between 6-11 years get 50% off.
- All prices are in US Dollars, but Egyptian Pound, English Pound & Euros are accepted.
Prices Per Person
| Person | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 - Person | USD 250 |
| 2 - 3 Person | USD 140 |
| 4 - 7 Person | USD 90 |
| 8 - 15 Person | USD 70 |