Alexandria, Egypt from EGP15,395

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Created: Monday, April 1, 2024 - Departure: Saturday, July 13, 2024

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Alexandria is Egypt's second largest city, its largest seaport and the country's window onto the Mediterranean Sea. It's a faded shade of its former glorious cosmopolitan self, but still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions and still-palpable glimpses of its past. The most important sites to see in Alexandria are: • Qaitbay Citadel, Ras el-Tin: One of the icons of the city, the fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the city itself. This citadel was built in 1480 by Sultan Qaitbay on the site of the Pharos lighthouse, to protect the city from the crusaders who used to attack the city by sea. It was erected on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. • Mostafa Kamel Cemetery: The cemetery includes four tombs dating from the second century BC, which are in excellent condition and very well decorated. • Kom el-Shouqafa, Karmou: Kom el-Shouqafa is the Arabic translation of ancient Greek name, Lofus Kiramaikos, which means "mound of fragments" or "pots". • Pompey's Pillar, Karmouz: An ancient monument, this column of 25 meters of granite was built in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the year 297. The confined area where the column is, has also other ruins and sculptures as the oracle Serapium. • Roman Theatre, Kom El-Dikka: Built in the second century AD. In Ptolemaic times this area was the Park of Pan, a garden of pleasure surrounded by Roman villas and baths. • Montazah Palace: Built in 1892 by Abbas II of Egypt Abbas Hilmi Pasha, the last Khedive of Egypt. One of the palace buildings, the Haramlek, now contains a casino on the ground floor and a museum of royal relics on the upper levels. • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Mansheya: Egypt has a Tomb of this Unknown Soldier. • Presidential Palace, Montazah. • Alexandria National Museum: historical museum with more than 1,800 archaeological pieces. • Greco-Roman Museum: A history museum with a vast collection mostly dating from the 3rd century BC, spanning the Ptolemaic and Roman periods.

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Hilton Alexandria Corniche Hotel 8.5 Very good

Alexandria - At 9.4 km from the centreROOM ONLY544 El Geish Road , Sidi Bishr, Alexandria 21611 Room, 1 king bed, partial sea view,nonsmoking

Boasting an ideal location in the heart of Alexandria, Hilton Alexandria Corniche Hotel features its own private beach and wellness facility. Guests can enjoy sea views from the panoramic pool terrace or indulge in various cuisines available at the 6 outlets. All accommodations feature elegant and modern décor with free standard WIFI with speed up to 4MB. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and an electric kettle. Some includes a balcony or terrace with sea view. The suite comes with a living room. Guests can start the day with a breakfast or nutritious light bite; savor innovative dishes prepared with only the freshest ingredients from Greek, Lebanese, French, Asian to Middle Eastern cuisine, or simply relax with a cup of coffee in the hotel lounge. After an energizing workout at the fully equipped gym, guests have various options for relaxation such as massage treatments or hot tub, all at an added fee. For kids, the hotel offers a children’s playground in the summer by the beach. A number of restaurants, casinos and markets are situated on the Corniche, the 15 km of beachfront promenade. Al Nozha Alexandria Airport is 12 km away. A complimentary beach shuttle service is available.

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2 Adults

13 Jul 2024 - 17 Jul 2024

Nights 4

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