Alexandria & El Alamein Trip
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Alexandria & El Alamein Trip
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4 Jan
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6 Jan
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Alexandria & El Alamein Trip
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Pickup included
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INR 16,132
Highlights
Driving from Cairo to El Alamein visit the museum of El Alamein and the World War II Cemeteries then proceed to Alexandria , the bride city of the Mediterranean sea, where Romans and Greeks stories takes place , especially the story of Cleopatra.
Itinerary
El Alamein War Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe museum is located where one of the most important battles of the Second World War took place in October 1942 between Allied and Axis forces. The Allies chose this region as a retreat to be a defensive line for its important natural phenomena, bordered to the north by the Mediterranean Sea and from the south by the Qattara depression. The Allied forces supported by Egypt were able to defeat the Axis forces and chase them out of Egypt.El Alamein War Cemetery
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedWe do our respects at the WWII cemetary, where Commonwealth, Greek, Italian, and German soldiers rest.Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe Catacombs of Kom El-shokafa which dated from the second century A.D are unique both for their plan and for their decoration which is a mixture of Egyptian and Greco-Roman elements . Excavations in the site started in 1892, but the catacombs were not found until 1900 when by mere chance the falling of a donkey drawing a cart in a pit led to their discovery. The tomb consists of three stories cut in the rock,Pompey's Pillar
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedPompey’s Pillar is a Roman triumphal column in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. It is the largest of its type. In fact, it constructed outside of the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople. Pompey’s Pillar Alexandria is the only which known free-standing column in Roman EgyptFort Qaitbey
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedQaitbay Fort Alexandria formulated an important part of the fortification system of Alexandria. It was in the 15th century AC . It situated at the entrance of the eastern harbor on the eastern point of the Pharos Island. It erected on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. Alexandria Lighthouse was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The lighthouse continued to function until the time of the Arab conquest. Several disasters occurred and the shape of the lighthouse changed to some extent. But it still continued to function. Restoration began in the period of Ahmed Ibn Tulun in 880 H . During the 11th century an earthquake occurred, causing damage to the octagonal part. The bottom survived, but it could only serve as a watchtower. A small Mosque built on the top. In the 14th century there was a destructive earthquake. The whole building completely destroyed. Sultan Al Ashraf Qaitbay fortified the place as part of his coastal defensive edifices. It was against the Turks, who were threatening Egypt in 1480 AC. He built the castle and placed a mosque inside it. Qaitbay Fort Alexandria functioned during most of the Mameluke period, Ottoman period and Modern period.
What's included
INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Fuel surcharge
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Qualified Egyptologist guide
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks.
Tips for driver & guide
Entrance fees
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, in order to start the tour.
Your booking is confirmed automatically, if booked 3 days or more prior to the tour; otherwise the confirmation will be manual, subject to availability.
Light or sport shoes needed
Location
Address
Km 105, Alex Matrouh Desert Rd., El Alamein, El Alamein, Egypt 51718
Provider
Pronto Tours
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