Exclusive Tour Alexandria&newly opened Greekand Roman museum
ID: GYG531888-923336
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Embark on a remarkable journey to Alexandria, where history comes alive in the newly opened Greek and Roman Museum, a testament to the ancient world's grandeur and ingenuity.
Our Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to start your tour in Alexandria. First visit The Greek and Roman Museum in Alexandria boasts an impressive array of artifacts dating back to ancient Greek and Roman eras, featuring notable pieces such as the statue of Alexander the Great, Roman emperors' relics, and mummies from this Greek and Roman periods. This museum provides a diverse collection of masterpieces spanning from the 3rd century BC to the 7th century AD, offering a captivating journey through history with immersive narratives and contextual insights.
Then visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
You will also drive by Pompay's Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century) .
Next stop is the library of Alexandria; the biggest library in the world - now with 8 million books. Visit it's open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby.
You will visit president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum.
Note: Alexandria Library is closed on every public holiday.
The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark - the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has baroque style designs and Italian and French style properties.
Optional lunch at at a modern Fish Restaurant or a famous and traditional Alexandrian food place called Mohamed Ahmed's. The Queen of Spain and many famous people go there when they visit Alexandria.
The car will then take you to visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on very antique funfair rides and eat candy floss.
Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbour where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. The photos taken here are amazing. Continue to see the outside of Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world .
The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. You will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk (the last king in the history of Egypt) and see the royal palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek as well as walk along the famous Montaza bridge and reach the Tea Palace island and see the royal beaches of the queens.
Alexandria has so much to see, feel, eat and buy so if you have time and want to add more to your itinerary - just let us know what you are interested in and we will arrange it for you at the cost price - no profit to us.
Highlights
- Visit the newly opened Greek and Roman Museum
- Explore the underground maze of Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa tombs
- Visit the modern Alexandria library
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.