Alexandria Port Shore Excursion: Library, Catacombs & Qaitbay
Discover Alexandria on a private shore excursion from the port. Begin at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, followed by the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa-a third-century Roman burial site that encompasses Pompey's Pillar and the Serapeum. Continue to the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel before ending your day at the lush Montazah Park, home to the historic palaces of King Farouk, Egypt's last reigning monarch.
Included
– Pick up services from Alexandria Port & return to Alexandria Port
– All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
– Private English Speaking guide
– Entrance fees to mentioned sites
– Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
– Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria
– Shopping tours in Alexandria
– All Service charges & taxes
Excluded
– Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
– Personal spendings
– Tipping
Itinerary
After breakfast, your tour guide will be waiting for you outside Alexandria Port with a name board. Your tour will begin discovering the fascinating history of Alexandria. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman Cemetery in Egypt. This amazing site has 3 levels and is very spooky!
You will also see the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria. Here you can see sunken monuments that were found in the East Harbour. We will have a short stop to take some photos at Pompey’s Pillar which was built to celebrate Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th Century.
We will finish our tour in Alexandria by visiting the beautiful Bibliotheca Alexandrina. This modern architectural wonder is one of the largest libraries in the world. It now holds over 8 million books. We will go inside the open courtyard and see the statues of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy I which were both found underwater nearby. We will also see the Manuscript Museum, President Sadat Museum and Impressions of Alexandria Museum. (The library is closed on public holidays).
Prices
330$ Per Person
280$ Per Person
230$ Per Person
Notes
Tour Guides
Our tours are led by highly qualified Egyptologist guides. They hold academic degrees in Egyptology and possess the deep historical knowledge required to bring Egypt's ancient monuments to life, ensuring your experience is both educational and extraordinary.
Transportation
We provide modern, branded vehicles with air conditioning, driven by professional chauffeurs. Please note that while our drivers prioritize your safety and comfort, they do not speak English and are not licensed to act as tour guides at historical sites. Your dedicated Egyptologist guide will accompany you at all monumental sights.
Entry Visa Information
An Egyptian entry visa can be obtained onboard your cruise ship prior to your pick-up. This service is operated by the Egyptian Immigration Association and is available for citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, France, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, Scandinavian countries, and several other nationalities. The process is straightforward and simply requires a stamp in your passport upon arrival.
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Start From 230$ -
Category From Alexandria Port -
Destination Alexandria -
Duration 6-7 Hours - tour.country Egypt
- Cities Alexandria
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