"Ancient Queen of the Mediterranean” Alexandria is Egypt’s second largest city and its chief port. When Alexander the Great conquered Egypt in 332 BC, he founded a city on the site of the tiny fishing village of Rakotis, facing the rocky island of Pharos, to serve as his capital. Alexandria is 110 miles northwest of Cairo, on the Mediterranean. Its excellent beaches, comfortable seaside climate, and lively atmosphere have made it a popular summer resort. As the capital of Egypt under the Ptolemies and the Romans, Alexandria rose to prominence as the cultural and commercial center of the ancient Mediterranean world. City and port in northern Egypt with about 4.0 million inhabitants (2005 estimate), situated on the Mediterranean Sea, 2 kilometres from the inland Lake Mariout.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel, then meet your guide at the lobby for your drive towards the northern west of Cairo to Alexandria. Upon arrive, head to the Catacombs of Kom Shuqqafa, Pompey's pillar, and Quitbay Fortress. Then head to your hotel for check-in. Your lunch and dinner will be on your own.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel, then meet your guide at the lobby for your visit to the National Museum, Bibliotheca of Alexandria, and the Roman Amphitheater. Your lunch and dinner will be on your own.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel, then meet your guide at the lobby for your drive back towards the southern east to Cairo. Visit the Monasteries of Wadi El- Natron enroute. Then head to your hotel for check-in. Your lunch and dinner will be on your own.
