Full Day Alexandria Tour from Sokhna Port
Alexandria
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Description
At first, you will find your Egypt Online Tour guide waiting inside the Sokhna Port for you holding a signboard with your name on it. The best part is that they will find you; you won't even need to search for them. Once you enter the car, your guide will make you understand the whole trip and its aspects. Our tour will start with the visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, the largest Roman Cemetery that consists of three levels cut in the rock. After which we will drive towards the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria where you can find the sunken monuments of Alexandria displayed that were discovered under the East harbour of Alexandria. Then we will be driving by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, that was constructed at the end of the 4th century in honor of Emperor Diocletian.
Inclusion
- Pick up services from Port Said Port & return
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour
- All Service charges & taxes
Exclusion
- Any extra
- Tipping
Itinerary Details
The first thing you'll notice when you arrive at the Sokhna Port is your Egypt Online Tour guide holding a signboard that has your name on it. The greatest part is that you won't even have to try to locate them; they'll come looking for you. Upon boarding the vehicle, your guide will explain every detail of the journey.
The first stop on our tour will be the three-story Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, the biggest Roman cemetery in the world. Then we'll hit the road to the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria, where you can see the relics of the ancient city that were unearthed in the harbor's eastern basin. Next, we'll have a picture op at Pompay's Pillar, a monument built at the twilight of the fourth century to Caesar Diocletian.
The Library of Alexandria, home to more than eight million volumes, is the world's largest known library and the next place of interest. In its open court, you can see the sculptures of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the first, the latter of which was discovered underwater. The following day, we will visit the library's illustrious museums, including the Manuscripts, President Sadat, and Impressions of Alexandria collections.
Please be advised that the Library of Alexandria is closed on Fridays and other public holidays. Additionally, a ticket must be purchased in order to access the reading area.
We will drive to the St. Mark Church, the oldest church in all of Africa, after we have explored the museums and their artifacts. The ancient downtown and its buildings, which feature baroque, Italian, and French styles, will also be visible to you as you drive around.
The next stop on our tour is the El Nabi Daniel Mosque, which has connections to both the Alexander the Great Tomb and the nearby site. Legend has it that the revered prophet Daniel and his trusted travel companion, the holy storyteller Sidi Lokman el Hakim, are buried in the mosque. contains the remains of the scholar and honoured teacher Prophet Daniel and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim who was a religious story-teller.
Following this, you have the option of having lunch at Mohamed Ahmed's, a well-known and authentic Alexandrian restaurant. Following lunch, we will make our way to the AbboElabbas Mosque, the city's most important and beautiful mosque. On the grounds of the mosque, you can see the city's most bizarre attraction: an abandoned amusement park where kids play on vintage rides and try some candy floss. Opposite the palace lies Alexandria's historic harbor and corniche, where you can see traditional net-makers at work and folks fishing in vintage boats. Amazing images can be found here.
We will now continue our journey by going to the Castle of Kaitbey, which was constructed on the same plot of land as the historic Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You can explore every area of the castle inside and ascend to the roof for a bird's-eye perspective of the whole city.
The car will leave the Palaces and Montaza Gardens as the next stop. You could stop at the King of Mango for some fresh juice and stop for a photo at the Alexandrian Monument to the Unknown Soldier along the way. Traveling to the Palaces and Montaza Gardens will amaze you with views of the city and its gorgeous shoreline. You will also have the opportunity to see Alexandria's ancient harbor, where around 7,000 monuments were discovered beneath the surface.
The Montaza Gardens, sometimes referred to as the Love Garden, are the royal gardens of Egypt's final monarch, King Farouk. In addition, you can visit Tea Palace Island to admire the stunning beaches of the queens, stroll beneath the renowned Montaza Bridge, and see the royal palaces of Salamlek and Haramlek.
We will make a stop at the well-known Stanley Bridge en route back, which was built by Alexander the Great and is recognized as a contemporary Alexandrian monument. After that, you can go back to your hotel to rest.
Your tour of the Alexandrian archeological site ends here. Alexandria offers a plethora of sights and activities to enjoy. Before making your reservation, kindly inform us of any particular needs you may have so that we may accommodate them in the itinerary.
Note: Bring comfortable walking shoes and a sun hat for an enjoyable tour of Alexandria.
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