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Private Panoramic Alexandria

Your private panoramic Alexandria shore excursion offers a brief yet enriching overview of the city's most iconic landmarks, featuring scenic drives and photo stops rather than extended interior visits. This experience lasts approximately three hours and is ideal for guests who want to capture Alexandria's highlights in a shorter amount of time.

Begin with a drive from the pier to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a magnificent 15th-century fortress standing on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. From the outside, you'll enjoy an excellent vantage point for photos and hear about the site's fascinating history. This stop is viewed from the exterior only, offering beautiful harbor views and a chance to see where the ancient lighthouse once stood.

Next, enjoy a quick photo stop at the Abu El Abbass Mosque, Alexandria's largest and most striking mosque, admired for its elegant Islamic architecture. You'll also pause briefly at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a poignant monument dating back to 1915.

Continue with a photo stop at the striking Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. Opened in 2002, this impressive, sun disc-shaped building honors the city's rich legacy as a center of knowledge and culture.

Your tour concludes with a relaxing drive along the Mediterranean coast to the Montaza Gardens, a peaceful royal estate surrounded by lush greenery and sea views. Within the gardens, you'll see the exterior of the Montaza Palace, built in 1932 by King Fouad and later inherited by King Farouk, as well as the historic Royal Train of King Farouk, once used by the royal family during their visits to the palace grounds. Enjoy time for photos before returning to the pier and your ship.

Throughout your panoramic tour, enjoy multiple photo opportunities that showcase Alexandria's stunning coastline, architecture, and cultural landmarks - a perfect introduction to this fascinating city.