For the trip from Cairo to Alexandria early in the morning, you will get a lunchbox from the Hotel in Cairo. After our arrival in Alexandria we first visit the catacombs Alexandria (catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa).
Catacombs of Alexandria,
created by Greek-Roman builders for a wealthy family that cultivated a mixture of Egyptian, Roman and Greek religion, was once home for over 300 mummies.
A spiral staircase leads to the underground passages of the catacombs Alexandria, the reliefs of which reflect the various religions. During our tour through Alexandria, we pass Pompeys Pillar. The 25m high granite pillar from the 3rd century was erected in honour of Diocletian, emperor at that time. Our next destination of the fascinating Alexandria sites is the Qaitbay Citadel.
Qaitbay Citadel,
a fortress on Alexandria's Mediterranean coast, served with its location the defence of Alexandria. The Citadel was built as a protection against the Ottomans and the increasing danger of any attack. Before that, a lighthouse was standing at this spot but was destroyed by an earthquake. We visit the Qaitbay Citadel before heading to our next site on our Alexandria sightseeing, the famous
Library of Alexandria.
Library of Alexandria is home to the world most extensive collection of historical and contemporary writing. Our guide will explain more about the history of the Alexandria Library to you, the catastrophic fire that destroyed a huge part of the collection and the loans from all over the world, which made the library the most extensive "reference book" in the world.
Of course, we also make a break for lunch in a local restaurant. The exact place we discuss with you on our Alexandria sightseeing tour.
Montaza Palace
Montaza Palace is the last highlight we visit on our Alexandria sightseeing tour. The Palace is located at the Alexandria Port in the public Montaza Park. On the site of the Montaza Park, Fuad I of Egypt (Sultan and later King of Egypt) built the impressive Al-Haramlik Palace, his summer residence, whose open arcades allow a view over the sea.
Our Cairo - Alexandria - El Gouna day trips incl. Overnight stay ends with a visit at the Montaza Palace, after which we start our journey back to your accommodation in El Gouna.
