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A bridge between the past and the present, Alexandria was known in ancient times as the "Pearl of the Mediterranean" for being a pioneering center of art, architecture, and science. In this program, you will immerse yourself into the history of the city through a guided tour of the ancient streets and neighborhoods, while listening to recounts of their history and significance throughout the ages
This is a fascinating journey to see Alexandria's most significant attractions. The first day will begin with a special and extensive visit to the Library of Alexandria and all of its private museums. You will be served a traditional Alexandrian lunch. The next day, you will return to the Mamluk era in one of Egypt's most historic Mamluk strongholds, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and you will learn about part of Alexandria's Greek legacy in the Greek Club. The combination of Pharaonic and Roman art will be obvious on the fourth day when you visit Pompey's pillar and Catacombe, Kom El Shoqafa. You will have a wonderful experience at the Antica Association, where we will have lunch with some handicraft industry ladies. You can imagine how many accessories and artworks will be on display. The Roman theater and the history of El Nabi Daniel Street will be covered in the last two days. You will also have a fantastic day at Al-Montazah Palace Park.
Itineraries
Day 1
Your PlanWelcome to Al-Montazah
Arrive at the New Capri Motel in downtown Raml Station, with a sea view of the Citadel and Marina.
Day 2
Al-Montazah
08:00am: Breakfast at your hotel
09:00am: Enjoy a tram ride to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. On the way, you can admire its Italian-style architecture. Arriving at the library, you will be guided on an introductory tour highlighting the library's sections. This will be followed by a private tour of the Manuscript Museum where a copy of the second most historic Bible in the world is on display.
12:00pm: Reward yourself for one hour with a relaxing break where you can relinquish your thirst or grab a bite at either Cilantro or La Poire cafes.
01:00pm: After lunch, take a private tour of the Library's Antiquities Museum, the Shadi Abdel Salam Exhibition, the Historian and Writer Heikal Museum, and the Sadat Museum, which displays Sadat's assassination suit.
04:00pm: Head back to the hotel for some rest and relaxation.
06:00pm: Bring your day to a closure with a delightful dinner on the hotel's roof and enjoy the peace of the night at New Capri Motel.
Day 3
Al-Montazah
08:00am: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00am: Start the day with a walk to the Citadel of Qaitbay, one of the last Mameluke strongholds still standing in Egypt, There, you will get a glimpse of the history of the ancient city and Alexandria's lighthouse, which has stood in its current place for almost 2000 years.
12:00pm: Lunch at the Greek Club with a view of the eastern harbor
.02:00pm: After lunch enjoy the open scenery and taking photographs, together with a tour around the area
Optional tour possibility to visit the Alexandria Aquarium, which is situated in front of the citadel
(from 02:00pm to 03:00pm)
03:30pm: On the way back to the hotel, you will ride horse carriages on a tour in the El-Anafushi area by the Corniche to listen to the history of the Mursi Abu Al-Abbas Mosque as the carriages pass by. it
05:00pm: Bring your day to an end by dining at the hotel restaurant
Overnight at your hotel
Day 4
Al-Montazah
09:00pm: After breakfast, you'll ride a minibus to the Serapeum, dedicated to Alexandria's patron deity, Serapis, and Pompey's Pillar, where you'll learn about the site's history and its construction.
12:00pm: We'll stroll until we get to the Antika Association (NGO for handicrafts) for lunch. You can also learn to make puff pastry at the Antica Association, and women can try on traditional Alexandrian clothing.
04:00pm: : Return to the hotel. Early evening Dinner at the hotel's Arabic-style restaurant & overnight at your hotel
Day 5
Al-Montazahn
08:00am: Gather around the restaurant tables and have a friendly chat with your group members as you have breakfast.
09:00pm: Head to the Roman Theatre in Alexandria and learn about the Polish excavations that led to its discovery. Admire the open museum where sunken antiquities are on display
12:00pm: Take a walking tour of the old El-Nabi Daniel Street,It is rumored that Alexander the Great was buried there. You can also visit the old book market. Quench your thirst by drinking fresh Egyptian sugarcane juice.
01:30pm: Lunch will be served in sky Roof Restaurant at the Metropole Hotel while enjoying the amazing panoramic scene of the eastern harbor till late afternoon.
04:30pm: By sunset, take a small boat for a sea trip and experience the Mediterranean Sea for two hours..
05:30pm: Back to the hotel for Dinner
Overnight at New Capri motel
Day 6
Al-Montazah
08:00am: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00am: Head to Al-Montazah gardens on a double-decker and have tea in the royal tea kiosks while you will be escorted by your guide who will share the history of the Al-Montazah and Salamlek Palaces. You can also learn about its monuments
12:00pm: For a best-in-class lunch at Zanili’s Restaurant inside Al-Montazah area, with an open view of the sea
02:00pm: Trail to buy eastern sweets from Shahd Al Malka patisserie while listening about AL Mandara's history. Back to your hotel by bus.
03:00pm: Back to the hotel for rest
05:00 pm: Explore the antiquities market of Al Attarin
08:00 pm: Back to the hotel for dinner & overnight at New Capri motel
Day 7
Al-Montazah
08:00am: A delightful local breakfast at the hotel
09:00am: Head to Catacomb of Kom El Shoqafa, which is regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages
11:30pm: Then we will stroll through the ancient Latin Quarter until we reach the Roman-Greek Museum, where we can see the treasures of Alexandria during its golden age.
01:30pm: Relish your lunch At Gemy Restaurant, a famous traditional restaurant with a wide variety of local dishes.
03:00pm: We will accompany you on a shopping tour in Mansheya market where you can enjoy exploring the typical Egyptian spices
06:00 pm: Dinner & Overnight at New Capri Motel in Alexandria
Day 8
Departure
Breakfast in the motel. check-out and final departure
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