Discovering the Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria. With its magnificent showcase of Islamic architecture. It is like embarking on a journey through time and culture. This captivating adventure takes you on a mesmerizing exploration of architectural wonders that inspire awe and ignite your curiosity.Enjoy Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture.
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Alexandria is the second largest city in Egypt and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. It lies at the western edge of the Nile River delta. Founded in c. 331 BC by Alexander the Great,[9] Alexandria grew rapidly and became a major centre of Hellenic civilization, eventually replacing Memphis, in present-day Greater Cairo, as Egypt’s capital. Called the “Bride of the Mediterranean” internationally,[10] Alexandria is a popular tourist destination and an important industrial centre due to its natural gas and oil pipelines from Suez.
Visit the city of Rosetta. In fact, it is also famous as Rashid, on a full-day, private tour from Alexandria. Explore the key sites of a historic Egyptian port. Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver/guide as you see artifacts in the Rashid Museum. Walk through local markets and colorful neighborhoods, and take in houses from the Ottoman era. This 7-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at Alexandria hotels, a boxed lunch, and round-trip transport. With a stop at Alexandria’s Citadel of Qaitbay.
As you wander through the ancient streets of Rosetta. You’ll find yourself surrounded by the rich tapestry of Islamic architecture. Each step you take is a testament to the enduring legacy of human creativity and ingenuity. In fact, the intricate patterns, geometric designs, and exquisite detailing on the buildings are a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of the artisans who built them..
In every arch, every mosaic, and every calligraphy adorning these structures. You’ll find inspiration. In fact, the Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria, with its exploration of Islamic architecture, is a testament to the timelessness of human creativity, a testament to the heights we can reach when we dare to dream and build our dreams, one beautiful, intricate detail at a time.
You will be collected from your hotel or cruise ship (at exit point of cruise) at around 08.00 am by our Ancient Egypt Tours expert English speaking Tour Guide and transferred in an air-conditioned modern vehicle (including bottled water) and driven about 1 hour by road from Alexandria to the City of Rosetta, now known as Rashid. On arrival, upon your arrival you will take a motorboat in the Nile where you will see the meeting point of the Nile and the Mediterranean and see the castle where Rosetta stone was found, It was discovered in 1799. you will be taken to the Rashid Museum which is one of the original unique styled red and black brick houses within the City’s small winding streets. A full tour of the Museum with your Guide to discover a replica of the Rosetta Stone inscribed in 3 languages, Ancient Pharaonic, Demotic, and Ancient Greek (the original currently on display in the British Museum). From here, we will take a walking tour around the small local streets and Souq to discover the local life and markets selling their fresh produce of breads, fruit and vegetables, fish and meats whilst heading to the preserved Ottoman Homes.
Moving on to discover a second House within the City’s streets and other old house frontages. The House of Amasyali is of a very ornate nature and considered one of the finer examples.
A further visit to the Mill of Abu Shaheen which will uncover a house for trade serving the household and the local community.
After your tour of the Houses, you will walk a short distance with your Guide to visit the local ‘Hanging Mosque’, a unique construction and is one of only a few Mosques in Egypt built on an upper level in order to have storage units underneath for shops and supplies.
Finally, you will take a short drive to the Citadel on the outskirts of the city. built around 1479 and lying next to the Nile River with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Known as Qaitbey, it was built as a defence mechanism to guard against attacks by invaders from the Mediterranean. Take some time to climb to the top of the Citadel along the fortified walls to see the lovely views of where the NIle meets the Mediterranean.
You will then leave the Citadel and head back towards Alexandria to your Cruise or Hotel in Alexandria.
| Adults Numbers | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single | 100 $ |
| 2 -3 | 60 $ |
| 4 – 6 | 50 $ |
| 7 – 10 | 45 $ |
| 11 – 15 | 40 $ |
Tour price currency is set to USD but you can pay in Euro or British pound. The prices quoted per person per tour all-inclusive of tax and prices are always updated to ensure you receive the lowest price possible. Once your tour is confirmed we guarantee the price will not be changed.
0 – 05.99 free of Charge.
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price.
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
We are offering a considerable down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on the tour including domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, making your booking a risk-free investment.
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