Tour Highlights : – Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Kom El Shuqafa Alexandria Catacomb, Bibliotheca Alexandria( Alexandria Library) & Palace and Garden of Montazah
Duration :- Overnight( 2days – 1 night) Cairo & Alexandria
Type:- Sharing or private Tour – Upon Request
Pick up : – At Alexandria Port
Drop Off:- At Alexandria Port
Category : Egypt Shore Excursions – Alexandria Shore Excursions from Alexandria Port
Day 1: The Egyptian museum and pyramids of Giza
After your arrival to Alexandria port , you will find your tour guide waiting for you to start your Egypt Shore Excursions , by proceeding to Cairo capital of Egypt to start your trip by one of the seven wonders of the world which is pyramids of Giza.
First stop will be at Pyramids area for unique photo for you with the three pyramids together in one of the secret spots in pyramids area that our guide will take you their named Panorama location , after your guide will take you to another unique spot in pyramids area between second pyramid Cheops and third Pyramid Mycarinus , in which you will be very close to the pyramids even you can touch by your hands .
Last spot in Pyramids area will be in front of mighty sphinx and its valley temple , this huge statue with human face and lion body considered as the guardian of this complex from thousands of years .
After, we will proceed to the papyrus institute for a demonstration how old Egyptians used to make the papyrus paper from reeds of the Nile , also you can enjoy the gift shop behind for gifts and souvenirs for your beloveds
Next , we will start our way to the Egyptian Archeological museum , one of the biggest and amazing museums all over the world with more than 12000 master pieces spread in more than 100 hole , one of this holes is famous boy King Tut ( Tut Ankhamun )with his treasures .
Next your guide will take you to your hotel and check In and have a siesta
Optional tours : –
1 At night you can enjoy 5 stars Nile cruise dinner with open buffet with different varieties , enjoying the belly dance and oriental show
2 Spectacular Sound and light show at Pyramids Plateau area ( Both can be done)
Day 2 : Alexandria Day Tour
After finishing breakfast and check out formalities, your tour guide will be there at the hotel for you to start your second day for Alexandria Shore excursions .
Alexandria is famous by its largest Port in Egypt and considered major summer resort at the Mediterranean area .
First stop in your Alexandria Shore Excursion will be at Kom El Shoqafa catacomb, it consists of 3 levels and considered as funerary complex related to the 2nd Century A.D.
After, you will enjoy two photo stops, first will be in front of Citadel of Qaitbay , constructed in same location for old pharaohs lighthouse that was considered from the seven wonders of the world , this citadel used to watch attacks from the sea toward Alexandria long time ago .
Second stop will be in front of famous Islamic architecture landmark in Alexandria which is Abu El Abbas mosque .
Next,visit will be to the spectacular library of Alexandria known as Bibliotheca Alexandria , considered one of the most unusual architectural masterpieces of the twenty first century. A tour guide from the library will take you through Alexandria Crown Jewel.
Last stop will be at Montazah Garden the royal palace of the last king of Egypt, King Farouk, after, enjoy a unique drive through Alexandria Beach front until you return to your cruise ship.
End of : Egypt Shore Excursions Alexandria Shore Excursions
Tour Includes: –
– Pick up and drop off in front of the cruise ship in the port.
— All transfers by a private air- conditioned vehicle.
– Private Egyptology tour guide will be with you .
– Entrance tickets for the all the included sightseeing in the program.
Tour Excludes: –
– Egypt Visa
– Tipping Kitty
– Any extras not mentioned
Notes: –
You’ll find vendors at Area of pyramids, what they offer as Papyrus with cheap prices are nothing,, it’s just painted Banana leaves.
Be knowledgeable from great bargains at great prices and always be near to your tour guide and consult and seek the advice of him if you are not sure from anything.
Kindly notice that tour order may vary, but all mentioned will be covered.
