Unterkünfte
Alexandria Extension
(03 Days – 02 Nights)
Itinerary Highlights
Accommodation
- Two nights in a carefully selected hotel in Alexandria, offering comfort, sea breeze, and daily breakfast to energize your mornings.Tours & Experiences
- Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar & Qaitbay Citadel
- Discover Alexandria National Museum, the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina & the Roman Amphitheatre
- Enjoy scenic drives, sea views, and beautiful photo opportunities throughout the trip
- All tours are private for a more personal, flexible, and immersive experience
✓What's Included
- Personalized meet & greet and full assistance upon arrival & departure
- Private deluxe A/C van for all transfers and tours
- Services of a professional, licensed Egyptologist guide throughout your stay
- Two nights in Alexandria with breakfast
- All service charges and taxes
✗What's Not Included
- Optional activities or services not mentioned
- Excess baggage fees
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, beverages, etc.)
- Tipping and gratuities
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 — Journey to the Mediterranean: Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar & Qaitbay Citadel
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Cairo to Alexandria, where the shifting landscapes—from desert terrains to coastal views—announce your arrival in Egypt’s historic port city.
- Meet your guide and head to: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
A masterpiece hidden beneath the city, these catacombs form one of the most extraordinary burial complexes in the world. Carved deep into the bedrock, they blend Pharaonic tradition, Greek influence, and Roman architecture into a single breathtaking funerary masterpiece.
You will descend through winding corridors, marvel at ancient carvings, and learn the stories of the noble families buried here.
Stand before Alexandria’s most impressive surviving Roman monument. This towering 25-meter column, carved from a single block of granite, is a tribute to Emperor Diocletian. Your guide will share the fascinating history behind the Serapeum temple that once surrounded it and the colossal statue that once graced its summit.
Free time for lunch (on your own)
Continue to the magnificent fortress built in the 15th century on the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Walk through its defensive walls, explore its bastions, and enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea a perfect setting for memorable photos.
- Transfer to your hotel & check-in
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax by the sea, stroll along the Corniche, or explore the city on your own.
Dinner “on your own”
- Overnight in Alexandria
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 2 — Cultural Treasures: National Museum, Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Roman Amphitheatre
Meet your guide and begin a day filled with culture, history, and architectural splendor.
- Alexandria National Museum
Housed in a former Italian mansion, the museum takes you on a curated journey through Alexandria’s evolution.
Its galleries feature more than 1,800 artifacts — from Pharaonic statues recovered from underwater excavations to Greek and Roman masterpieces that reflect the city’s cosmopolitan past.
A modern architectural icon and one of the most impressive libraries in the world.
Built to honor the memory of the ancient Great Library, the structure features a striking sun-disk design and houses:
• Millions of books in multiple languages
• Museums, art galleries, and modern research centers
• One of the largest reading halls in the world
Your guide will walk you through its main highlights and exhibitions.
- Free time for lunch (on your own)
- Roman Amphitheatre at Kom El-Dikka
Discover the only Roman theatre in Egypt — an elegant structure with marble seating, mosaic floors, and remnants of ancient Roman villas.
Your guide will bring this place to life with stories of performances, political gatherings, and social events that once took place here.
Return to your hotel
Rest of the day is free at leisure
Dinner “on your own”
Meals included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel
Check-out and drive back to Cairo in comfort.
Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.
Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure — perfect for relaxing or exploring the city independently.
Lunch & dinner “on your own”
Overnight in Cairo
Meals included: Breakfast
Wishing you a memorable journey and unforgettable moments.
