After being picked up from your hotel, you will travel to Alexandria. You will first visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, which is the largest Roman Cemetery and consists of three levels cut into rock. Next, you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria, complete with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East Harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar, where you will stop for a photo break. Your next stop will be to the library of Alexandria, which is the biggest library in the world, consisting of 8 million books. You can visit its open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. Continue to one of the longest surviving seven wonders of the ancient world, the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean coast. Return to your accommodation in Alexandria.

Day 1: start the day early in the morning at 8 am, our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Cairo/Giza. the first visit of the day will be to the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt's pharaohs expected to become gods in the afterlife. To prepare for the next world they erected temples to the gods and massive pyramid tombs for themselves, admiring the tombs of gods from the ancient Egyptian perspective. continuing the great adventure of discovering the interesting lifestyle of ancient Egyptians, the second visit of the day will be to the Egyptian museum. Day 2: the adventure on the second day will take you to the beautiful city by the sea Alexandria, visiting the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, one of the seven wonders of the medieval world. and then moving to Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which is built on a magnificent site alongside Alexandria's ancient harbor in the historic center of the city. learn more about it with your private Egyptologist. the last stop for the day is Fort Qaitbey, Qaitbay Citadel is one of the most important forts on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. discover the history of the establishment of the most important Islamic monuments. Day 3: you'll be picked up in the morning by our professional driver to take you to the airport, taking the flight booked for you to the colorful city of Aswan, when you arrive in Aswan you'll find our driver waiting for you holding our sign, helping you with the luggage to head to to the city and start a new different adventure in Aswan with your private Egyptologist. the first visit will be to the Nubian Village, Deep down south in Egypt on the West Bank of the Nile, near the city of Aswan, which is the most colorful and feel-good village in the entire country. Then back to the ancient Egyptian theme you'll visit the Philae Temple, The temple is a must-see for classical history lovers. Visitors can examine the detailed temple walls containing reliefs of Isis mythology, including Isis bringing Osiris back to life, giving birth to Horus, and mummifying Osiris after his death. the driver will drop you off to the cruise ship booked for you in Aswan to enjoy your lunch and have some rest after a long day. Day 4: our representative will pick you up early in the morning ( with a small group of people) to head to the Great Abu Simbel Temple, (kindly ask the reception to prepare a breakfast box for you to take with you on the go), you'll take about 3:30 hours to reach the temple and the same to be back but it is totally worth it. your guide will be waiting for you in the temple. Back to the Cruise ship to enjoy your lunch on board and admire the view of the Nile when the ship starts sailing to the next stop the temple of Kom Ombo, One of the most unusual temples of Ancient Egypt, The temple is unique for its dedication to two different deities: the local crocodile-headed god Sobek, your guide will be waiting for your there to learn more and more about the unusual temple, then back to the ship to continue the journey in the Nile. Day 5: the guide will be waiting for you in Edfu, he will pick you up from the reception, The Edfu temple was built on the land believed to have witnessed the greatest battle in the history of ancient Egyptian Mythology between the powers of good and evil in the image of the ancient Egyptian gods of Horus and Set. Day five will be a relaxing chill day, visiting the temple of Edfu in the morning, and having the rest of the day chilling on the cruise. Day 6: starting the day very early in the morning for one of the most memorable experiences you'll ever have, the hot air balloon ride. after the balloon ride you'll be back on the ship to enjoy you're breakfast on the ship and check out. after breakfast, the guide will pick you up (please leave with your luggage) to visit Luxor's west bank, which contains one of the largest collections of archaeological treasures in the world. This is where you will find the famous Valley of the Kings, the breathtaking Temple Hatchpsot, and the colossi of Memnon. then heading to the Karnak temple, which is dedicated to the worship of the triad Amun, God Mut, and God Khonsu, and it is the largest religious building ever built to know more about Ancient Egyptian Religion. after the visit ends the driver will take you to the hotel booked for your hotel in Hurghada. Day 7: our driver will pick you up in the morning to take you to the orange island or paradise island ( whichever is available). after spending some quality time on the island you'll be back at your hotel at around 5 pm, enjoy the rest of the day in your hotel in Hurghada. Day 8: our adventure has come to the very end, leaving in you some beautiful unforgettable moments spent with your family, friends, or your beloved partner. the pick in the morning to the airport to head back to Cairo, and when you arrive there our driver will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza safe and sound and most importantly happy.

In the morning we will transfer you from your hotel in Cairo to Alexandria by car joining your private tour guide, upon arrival enjoy visiting some of the tiptop Alexandria tourist attractions such as: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa A Roman burial site whose family tomb reveals the merging of Egyptian and Roman art and architecture. Descend below the ground to visit the tomb and Caracalla Hall. Pompey's Pillar An 82-foot (25-meter) granite column was built to honor Emperor Diocletian, who freed the besieged city and brought food to its starving people. Qaitbay Citadel A 15th-century fortress located on the Mediterranean seacoast. It was established in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qa'it Bay. Qaitbay Citadel is situated in the same place as the Pharaoh's Island. Lunch Time Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant, then join your guide to visit: Alexandria Library A copy of every book published in the world is kept in the library, making it one of the great literary sites in the world. Alexandria library also houses several exhibitions relating to the history of Egypt and a display of rare antique books. Finally, drive back to Cairo

Your Tour guide and manager will be waiting inside the Alexandria Port for you. They will be holding a sign showing your name. You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you. From the moment your tour starts, your guides will give you full attention. Once in the car, your guide will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you. First, visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar and stop for a photo stop, (it was constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century). The 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 the library famous Manuscripts Museum, president Saddat Museum and impressions of Alexandria Museum. Note: Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday. To enter the reading area you will need to purchase a ticket. 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. Visit El Nabi Daniel Mosque which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the great tomb, It is said to contain the remains of the scholar and venerated teacher Prophet Daniel and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim, a religious story-teller. 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. Drive to visit Quaitbay castle which was built on the same site as the ancinet Lighthouse of Alexandria one of the seven wonders of ancient world. Once inside, you will see all parts of the castle and also go on the roof to see a panoramic view of the whole city. The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can quickly have a 2 minute stop by the King of Mango and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices plus have a photo stop at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approx 25 km away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where we found 7000 monuments underwater. Once in Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden (all romantic couples and families go there) 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. On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria, built by Alexander the great, then travel in comfort back to your hotel. 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.

This historical tour of the Old downtown of Alexandria, named as such due to being founded by Alexander the Great in 332 B. C, will let you have a chance to encounter the less visited, not as common must see spots, that other regular itineraries won't give you the chance to: a panoramic view of the old eastern city harbor, Saint Mark Cathedral's hidden galleries that not many know about, the biggest and oldest mosque in the city plus an optional local food experience. start your day with a pick-up from your accommodation in a comfortable vehicle. the car will take you to the first visit of the catacombs of Kom-ElShuqafa. An underground tomb dating back to the 2rd century A. D. then drive to the Pompey's pillar or better known as the Serapeum temple, dating back to the 2nd century B. C. which was primarily dedicated to the ancient main god of Alexandria.From there, moving to the Roman amphitheater, dating back to 3rd century A. D. , a complete Roman Community. the car will whisk you off to a quick visit to the biggest Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in the city. (Saint Marks). you will be driven then to the Library of Alexandria. A modern library which was built close to the old one. Enjoy a visit to the place, have a look at the splendid design of the building, which is admired by many. Enjoy a visit to the library's free modern galleries too. Drive then to the the Qeitbay Fort. An old fort from the 15th century A. D. that was built close to the ancient city's lighthouse location. Eventually, you will be driven to the Oldest & biggest mosque. After this, we'd go back to our starting point to finish the tour, unless you'd want to be left in a different place.

From Cairo to Alexandria wonderland journey you will explore once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a center of Hellenic scholarship and science, was the capital of Egypt from its founding by Alexander the great in 332 Before Christ and you will see the place of the great lighthouse, the Pharos . the program : ( Around 10 hours ) first the driver will pickup you from your hotel in Cairo then you will go to the desert road after 3 hours you will arrive to Alexandria and meet the expert tour guide English to spend the best 5 hours in your life to start a special program : 1- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa 2- Pompey's Pillar (column) 3-st. Mark church 4-Alexandria library Impression museum-Sadat museum (note:Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday.) 5- Stanly bridge after that you will go to the best restaurant front of the Mediterranean sea to take lunch ( fish ) then the driver will take you to Cairo again to drop-off in your hotel

First visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. 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. 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 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. (note:Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and on every public holiday.) 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 . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.

Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from Alexandria Port for a wonderful day tour of Alexandria to visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally you will transferred back to your cruise ship at Alexandria Port.

First visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Then you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East harbor of Alexandria. 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. 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. 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 . A most spectacular castle which is a great photo stop.

Your tour manager from Sun Pyramids Tours will pick you up from your hotel for Alexandria Day Tour. First visit Pompey’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Cesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs ( Light House ) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally you will drive back to your hotel in Alexandria.