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Alexandria
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About ALEXANDRIA HOLIDAYS

Alexandria lies North-West of the Nile delta. Conquered and designed by Alexander the Great. Egypt’s second largest city and less chaotic than Cairo and home to the Pharos Lighthouse one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World. Bibliotheka Alexandria, the newly constructed library, is the greatest in the ancient world with relics from the third century BC. The original library held the greatest collection of human knowledge at the time and is believed to have been burned down during the 7th century. There are many beaches stretching east to west and they are popular for swimming and diving; beaches outside the city tend to be less crowded. The downtown Roman Amphitheatre is considered unique in Egypt and was only discovered in the early 1960’s laying on the foundations of a new building.

When To Go

The climate in Egypt is generally hot all year. Travel is possible throughout the year though winter and spring are the most popular times to travel.  Cairo and Lower Egypt has cool temperatures however it can sometimes rain lightly but not often, Upper Egypt around Luxor is slightly warmer. The summer can get quite hot and dry with temperatures reaching into 50s; fewer visitors during this season may make it ideal for a less crowded visit in Upper Egypt.

Alexandria

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  • The Fortress of Qaitbay built on the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria
  • Bibliotheca Alexandria & Museum


ALEXANDRIA

  • El Alamein war memorial
  • Classical tour of Alexandria
  • Orientation tour of Alexandria
  • Rosetta visit on the transfer to, or back from Alexandria


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  • Dive in Alexandria Harbour – please ask for Details

Four Seasons Hotel At San Stefano *****

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LuxuryFour Seasons Hotel At San Stefano
A classic style hotel, with outstanding service that brings elegance to the Riveria.

Rooms: 118 Rooms & Suites Meal Plans: BB/HB/FB
Transfer Time: approx. 30 km from El Nozha Alexandria airport
  • 5 Restaurants & 3 Bars
  • Indoor heated pool & children's pool
  • European-style Spa centre

Hilton Alexandria Corniche *****

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LuxuryHilton Alexandria Corniche
A superior hotel with stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, centrally located makes an ideal base to explore.

Rooms: 116 rooms and 42 suites Meal Plans: BB/HB
Transfer Time: approx. 12 km away from El Nozha Alexandria airport
  • Private beach (seasonal)
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Wellness centre

Sofitel Cecil Alexandria ****

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LuxurySofitel Cecil Alexandria
A hotel steeped in history taking you back to a bygone era. Nostalgic and full of character, it is a wonderful base from which to explore Alexandria.

Rooms: 86 Rooms Meal Plans: BB
Transfer Time: approx. 6 km from Alexandria El Nohza Airport
  • 3 Restaurants & 1 Bar
  • Health Spa
  • Gift shop

Classical sight of Alexandria

fr. £57 per person


Classical sight of Alexandria
The Classical full day tour starting at the National Museum and following by the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, largest known Roman burial site in Egypt. Visit Pompey’s Pillar, which stands before the scant remains of the splendid Temple of Serapis.

Bibliotheca Alexandria & Museums

fr. £56 per person


Bibliotheca Alexandria & Museums
The new Alexandria Library is a cultural complex, housed in a spectacular building of disc-like design overlooking the sea and partly submerged in a pool of water. Visit the Military Museum and the National Museum. Half day excursion.

El Alamein

fr. £65 per person


El Alamein
On the north coast, Alamein was the site of one of the Second World War’s most significant encounters between Rommel and General Montgomery halting the assault on Alexandria and the Suez Canal. The graves bear witness to the intensity of the fighting. Full day excursion.

Rosetta

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Rosetta
The town of Rashid came to be known as Rosetta, so named by the French during Napoleon Bonaparte’s campaign in Egypt. It is where the ‘Pierre de Rosette’ (Rosetta Stone was found by French soldiers in 1799.

Montazah Palace Gardens

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Montazah Palace Gardens
The one-time summer residence of the royal family and current residence of the President of Egypt. The main building is closed to the public but the gardens and beach are often frequented by locals on the weekend.

Orientation Tour of Alexandria

fr. £47 per person


Orientation Tour of Alexandria
Take in the magnificent Montazah Park, originally the summer residence of the royal family. A short visit to the Aquarium and then onto 15th century Mamluk Fortress, which overlooks the Eastern Harbour, and the Mosque of Abu Al-Abbas Mursi. Full day excursion.


ALEXANDRIA

  • Coffee and pastries at the century old Athineos Café
  • Drop in at the Cecil hotel and catch a glimpse of a bygone era; Alexandria in its heyday
  • If you like fish, the Fish Market Sea Food Restaurant is definitely the swankiest place in town, with prime views and silver service
  • For everyday Egyptian food, get a local lunch of foul (fava beans cooked with chickpeas) and falafels at Mohammed Ahmed restaurant in downtown Alexandria
  • Visit Montazah Palace Gardens, wonderful for a stroll. There are two palaces; one for private use of the President and the other a hotel. You can also pay 20 LE; this will let you stroll around the rooms
  • Visit the Local fish market near the fortress at the marina to see the small fishing boats bring in their catch and sell to vendors – early morning daily
  • A must visit is the National Museum and Pompey’s Pillar