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Join us on this tour to discover the fascinating culture and history of Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt and the largest on the Mediterranean coast. You will see the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, where ancient plays and performances were held, the Roman triclinium, a banquet hall with three couches for reclining guests, and the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a complex of underground tombs with a mixture of Egyptian and Roman art.
About this Tour
About this Tour
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Duration 6 - 8 hours
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Highlights
Experience the ancient history of Alexandria as you visit the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka
Discover the underground tombs of many Alexandrians in the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Admire the Roman column that celebrates the victory of Emperor Diocletian at Pompey’s Pillar
See the Citadel of Qaitbay, a medieval fortress that stands on the site of the old Lighthouse of Alexandria
Full description
Discover the historical and cultural treasures of Alexandria on this tour. Choose from three options: a group tour without tickets, a private tour with tickets, or a private tour with tickets and a tasty lunch.
Start your tour with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy the air-conditioned ride to the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka, a marble structure that could seat more than 800 spectators. Walk around the garden and admire the mosaic floors of the baths and villas.
Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a marvel of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art and architecture. It was one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages. See the tombs of many Alexandrians in the underground complex.
Visit Pompey’s Pillar, a Roman column that commemorates the victory of Emperor Diocletian. Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. Take some pictures at the Library of Alexandria, one of the most famous and largest libraries in antiquity.
End your tour at the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress that stands on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. It offers a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea. Return to your hotel in Alexandria.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Egyptologist guide
Mineral water
Lunch (if option is selected)
Entrance fees (if option is selected)
Drinks during lunch
Gratuities
Not suitable for
Not suitable for
Wheelchair users
Important information
Important information
Not allowed
Pets
Luggage or large bags
Unaccompanied minors
Know before you go
The group tour requires a minimum of two participants to operate, so if the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled
The duration of the tour includes the pickup and drop-off times
This tour only visits the outside of the Library of Alexandria.
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