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Alexandria
Alexandria is one of the most famous cities of Egypt and
the most popular summer resort for the Egyptians. The
city was first founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC
and since that time, Alexandria has served as a center
of civilization of the old ancient world. Alexandria, or
the jewel of the Mediterranean Sea, is located 270
kilometers to the North West of Cairo and it is spread
for more than 70 kilometers on the shores of the sea
with many amazing beaches. The city is famous for having
the largest collection of Greco-Roman monuments in Egypt
like the Roman amphitheater, the Catacombs of Kom Al
Shoqafa, Pompy's Pillar, the Greco Roman museums. This
is besides many important Islamic monuments like the
Qaitbay Fortress and the many historical mosques like
the mosques of Abu Al Abbas al Mursi |
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Cultural
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Montazah Palace
Fortress of Qaitbay
Column of Pompei
Kom El Shokafa's catacombs
Library of Alexandria
Alexandria was named according to Alexander the Great of
Macedonia, which had established the city from a small
village, Rakode, before 332. Chr. It should have been
the capital of the Kingdom of Egypt and at the same time
a seaport near its fatherland. Alexandria was also
described as centre of the Greek civilization and
enjoyed a world image. Today, Alexandria is considered
as Egypt’s 2nd capital. Alexandria has fine sand
beaches, a beautiful Mediterranean situation with
pleasant temperatures in the summer, offers many
curiosities like the new Alexandria Library, also called
"the beautiful bride". |
 
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Excursion
1 day |
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Price includes: |
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Transfer on the
spot in private air-conditioned minibus with driver
Meals: lunch (local restaurant)
English speaking guide
All taxes
Entry fees for the sites |
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Price
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Flights
Visa expenses (approx. 18 € upon arrival)
Tips |
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Information: |
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TRANSFERS to
Alexandria and return to your starting place in Egypt:
Please refer to our Transport Services offer. |
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1st May - 30th
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1st Oct - 30th
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22nd Dec - 1st
Jan
1st April - 7th April
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2 guests |
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4 Star |
2 guests |
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5 Star |
2 guests |
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