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Egypt: Alexandria (2009)



Tour Description:

An ancient center of world knowledge, Alexandria still draws those who are curious about the past ... and interested in today's scholarship. Visit Roman ruins and then tour the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, created as a tribute to the scholarship of the original library. See Alexandria's highest monument, Pompey's Pillar. Drive to El Alamein, site of one of World War II's most decisive battles.

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ITINERARY

Day 1: Cairo/Alexandria
Visit Alexandria's National Museum, the Catacombs of Kom El Shugafa (the largest Roman burial site ever discovered in Egypt) and Egypt's only Roman amphitheater. Later, tour the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Pompey's Pillar, a massive pink Aswan granite column that towers 82 feet, the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano B L

Day 2: Alexandria
After breakfast, drive to El Alamein, site of one of the most decisive battles of World War II, and visit the Military Museum and war cemeteries. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza B L

Day 3: Alexandria/El Alamein/Cairo
Continue on your journey. B

Day 4: Cairo