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Discover the Wonders of Alexandria: 9-Day Itinerary

Nihatcan Üner

Nihatcan Üner

17 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through Alexandria, Egypt. Explore ancient ruins, visit stunning mosques, immerse yourself in the local culture, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Alexandria

Day 1
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$86

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Greco-Roman Museum
Landmark museum providing archaeological collections, including mummies & other notable artifacts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
12 - 17 min

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El Attarine mosque
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Alexandria Aquarium
Aquarium & sea life museum with regional species, plus research institute.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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نادي فاروس
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 2
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$79

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$ 2

عم صلاح
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Planetarium Science Center (PSC)
Unique dome-shaped theater showing IMAX & space shows, plus some interactive science exhibits.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Eliahu Hanavi Synagogue
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Sidi Morsi Abu al-Abbas Mosque
This sizable mosque with notable architecture is home to the mausoleum of a 13th-century saint.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Citadel of Qaitbay
Habor front fortress built by a 15th-century sultan & naval museum with historic battle artifacts.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$35
4 - 5 min

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نادي فاروس
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 3
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$90

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
11 - 14 min

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Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
The tombs of 2nd century Antonine emperors are among the graves in this ancient necropolis.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$40
16 - 20 min

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Alexandria National Museum
Restored Italianate palace offering exhibits & artifacts exploring Egypt's history through the ages.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4
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$42

ماكدونالدز
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 11 min

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Alexandria Naval Unknown Soldier Memorial
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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St. Mark's Cathedral in Alexandria
Richly decorated Coptic cathedral believed to stand on the site of St. Mark's 1st-century church.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Cavafy Museum
Apartment-turned-museum of the famous Greek poet Constantine Cavafy, with many of his possessions.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$15
10 - 15 min

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Ancient Roman Theatre
Archaeological site featuring the remains of an ancient Roman theater, baths & a villa with mosaics.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 5
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$61

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
12 - 17 min

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Alexandria Zoo
More than 160 species from around the world, including big cats, kangaroos, flamingos & snakes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
10 - 12 min

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St. Takla Church
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Alexandria Corniche
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
4 - 5 min

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Al Shalalat Park
Landscaped park with palm trees & trails around a pond & surviving remnants of the old city walls.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$5
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6
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$59

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$ 2

ماكدونالدز
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
11 - 14 min

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El Mamurah Beach
Popular sunbathing beach with seafront eateries & a broad promenade for strolling & cycling.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
13 - 16 min

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Elharamlik Palace
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
14 - 21 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 7
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$73

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$ 1

Starbucks (ستاربكس)
The Starbucks Experience is more than a cup of coffee. From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated the rich tradition of coffee, but that also brought a feeling of community, a comfortable third place away from the demands of work and home.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
9 - 14 min

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Royal Jewelry Museum
Historic palace museum housing jewelry pieces, paintings & sculptures from the Muhammad Ali dynasty.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
11 - 16 min

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Mahmoud Said Museum
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
22 - 27 min

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Elmontaza Garden
Manicured green space around a seafront palace, with beaches, palm-lined walkways & flower gardens.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 8
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$42

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$ 2

ماكدونالدز
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Montaza Palace
A grand 1930s royal palace in Turkish & Florentine styles, with large gardens, now a public park.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
42 - 51 min

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El Nozha Park
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
9 - 14 min

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قرية الاسد انطونيادس
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 9
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$73

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Library of Alexandria
8 million books in this vast modernist library with curving facade, plus 4 museums & a planetarium.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
12 - 15 min

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Antoniades Garden's
Tranquil garden with Greek-style sculptures, tall palms & flowering trees, plus pools & lawns.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$10
13 - 16 min

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Magic Planet City Centre Alexandria
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $614 In total

Activities & Food:$605
Transport:$9