Cairo and Alexandria Tour

Cairo and Alexandria Tour, Alexandria is another remarkable confluence of cultures, in addition to Cairo. Have you learned anything about the beginnings of Alexandria? Alexandria was referred to as the "Pearl of the Mediterranean" by Alexander the Great due to its location on the Mediterranean Sea close to Egypt's northern shore. With a long history that dates back to 331 BC and a diverse cultural legacy and civilization, it is also one of Egypt's most well-liked tourist locations, making it a popular choice for anybody interested in historical facts, myths, and tales. As a result, from the Classical to the Roman eras, it is known for its ancient Egyptian roots.

Cairo and Alexandria Tour

Enjoy Cairo and Alexandria Tour and learn about Alexandria, Egypt's second capital, is a magnificent Mediterranean jewel that straddles fantasy and reality. It is the city that evolved from a simple harbour to "The Pearl of the Mediterranean." Alexandria excursions from Cairo Alexandria first appeared when Alexander the Great, a young Macedonian leader, decided to make it the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt in 332 B.C. It was a historical landmark in addition to a learning facility for ancient Egypt.

Alexandria, located on Egypt's Mediterranean coast 179 kilometres (111 miles) north of Cairo, assumed a new role in the 19th century as the center of Egypt's commercial and maritime expansion. Alexandria was also the location of a renowned library and a lighthouse that was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, so enjoy Cairo and Alexandria Tour with Maestro Online Travel

Cairo and Alexandria Tour divided the city into squares, much like a chessboard, and interlaced two main arteries that ran from east to west and from north to south. Each of Alexandria's five districts was called after one of the first five Greek letters: A (Alpha), B (Beta), G (Gamma), D (Delta), and E. (Epsilon). The first five letters of the sentence, "Alexander the king, the descendant of the gods, erected the city," are represented by these five letters.

Day 1 Arrival Cairo/ Welcome to Egypt

Maestro Online Travel promised to offer the best of the best service for you & your friends to enjoy every moment in your Cairo and Alexandria Tours here in Egypt; our representative will meet you at Cairo international airport & assist you in all the procedures upon your arrival, then transfer to your hotel & help you to check in a smooth way & overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Pyramids, Museum, Khan El Khalili Tour

Maestro Online Travel tour guide will be happy to accompany you through your day tours in Cairo after having your delicious breakfast, now we will make all your wishes come true to reconnoiter the secrets of the Pyramids of Giza, The ancient Egyptian pharaohs believed in the afterlife and this was why they erected such huge Pyramids to guard the bodies of the deceased after death. You will show round to the three Pyramids of Giza of kings Cheops (Khufu), Chephren (Khefra'e) & the smallest one Mykerinus (Mankaura'e), head for viewing Sphinx, the Valley temple, having your lunch in a high-quality local restaurant,  to the Egyptian Museum located in Tahrir Square in Cairo, the most remarkable exhibits of the museum today include the golden collection of the king Tut Ankh Amun, the collection of King Akhenaton, the Narmer Plate, Carry on to scout Khan El Khalili, finally Maestro Online Travel tour guide will accompany you to your hotel.

Day 3: Alexandria Day Tour

Starting your day in the early morning, have your delicious breakfast to start your amazing day tour in Alexandria, and drive for approx. 3 hours far from Cairo with a private air-conditioned vehicle, Maestro Online Travel tour guide will accompany you first to visit Pompay's Pillar this is certainly one of the most famous columns of Egypt. The Pillar of Pompey and the two other sphinxes around it are the only remaining items of a large great temple that was called the Serapuem and was founded in the 3rd century AD. Constructed out of red granite with a height of 27 meters and a remarkable stone capital, and then drive to visit catacombs, The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are perhaps the largest and most mysterious historical burial sites in Egypt. The catacombs were discovered in 1900 and this ancient necropolis belongs to the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. The catacombs represent a wonderful example of the mixture and the blend between the Pharaonic and Roman types of art and architecture. Then you will have your lunch in a high-quality local restaurant in Alexandria. Proceed to visit Qaitbay Citadel; The Qaitbey Fort is surely one of the landmarks and most important historical sites in Alexandria. The Mamluk Sultan Qaitbey built this marvelous military construction in 1479. It was constructed in the same exact place as the ancient Pharaoh's lighthouse and with some of its stones as well. Every day, the fort welcomes a large number of tourists, at the end of your Alexandria tour drive back to your Cairo Overnight.

Day 4: Free Day in Cairo

Having your tasty meal of breakfast in your Cairo hotel, you have free time for leisure during your stay in Cairo hotel. Option tour in Cairo to Salah El Din Citadel or Old Cairo, Overnight in Cairo

Day 5: Final departure

Enjoy your breakfast, and free time at your leisure then transfer to Cairo international airport with Maestro Online Travel representative for your final departure.

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