Alexandria - 1 Nts, 2 Dys

Alexandria:

- National Museum.

- Pompey’s Pillar

- The Catacombs 

- The New Bibliotheca.

- Citadel of Qaitbay

El Alamein:

- The Commonwealth War Cemetery

DAY 1 | CAIRO - ALEXANDRIA

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast we will travel to the city of Alexandria on Egypt’s north coast. The port city located on the Mediterranean Sea was founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great. 

Alexandria is the second largest city in Egypt and is best known for the Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos) one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Today we will visit theNational Museum. Other highlights includePompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs, and the New Bibliotheca. Our last stop is for aphoto at the Citadel of Qaitbay, a spectacular 15th century fortress overlooking the Mediterranean.Overnight at your hotel in Alexandria.

DAY 2 | ALEXANDRIA - EL ALAMEIN

Meals: Breakfast

Our journey takes us westward through the dunes along the Mediterranean coast, following the route of Field Marshal Montgomery to El Alamein. The coastal town was the site of two major battles between British and Axis forces during World War II.

Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery associated with the Battle of El Alamein. The cemetery encompasses 7,367 tombs of war victims from Britain, New Zealand,
Australia, France, India and Malta. We’ll also stop to visit the El Alamein
Military Museum including five main halls (representing the countries that participated in the battle) and view the unique paintings of the war scenes. In the evening we’ll drive back to Cairo.

- Entry fees for all above mentioned
sightseeing as per itinerary
- Transport to/from visits
- Local English-speaking guide (on
tours) and dedicated tour leader

- 5 Star Accomodation as follows:
01 Night accommodation at Hilton Corniche hotel 5* or similar on BB

*Listed accomodation are an
indication, & are subject to change without notice.

- Entry Visa
- Tips/Gratuity - incl. tips for guide