Start your Private tour to Alexandria From Cairo, starting at 7:00 am with a pickup from your hotel by our Egyptologist and transfer by a private A/C vehicle to Alexandria, The distance is 220 km Northwest of Cairo. Arrive at Alexandria around 10 am and start your day Tour of Alexandria visiting The Roman  Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa 
 

The Catacombs Kom El-Shoqafa:

Archaeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years
 

Pompey's Pillar:

It has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honor Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria.
 

The Citadel of Sultan Qaitbay:

The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the City against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in the 3rd Century B.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King 
 

Lunch in Alexandria in an Egyptian Restaurant and fish Market, After Lunch, proceed to Visit the new Library of Alexandria.
 

The New Library of Alexandria:

The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.
 

The Roman Amphitheatre:
It's a fascinating archaeological site that dates back to the 2nd century and was built during the reign of the Roman Emperor, Antoninus Pius. It could accommodate thousands of spectators who used to gather to witness the athletic competition and dramatic battles. The site has undergone many excavations and restorations and now, it stands as a testament to Alexandria's rich heritage and the exquisite effect of the Roman Empire on the city.
 

Back to Cairo from Alexandria, Arrival in Cairo at 19:00