Ancient Egypt & the Nile River

Extend your explorations in Egypt with three nights in Alexandria and an additional night in Cairo. Most of Egypt has a storied past, but the stories from Alexandria are perhaps the most notable. Named for Alexander the Great, this city is where the Rosetta Stone was found and consequently why we understand as much as we do about ancient cultures. It’s also the second largest city in Egypt and was once home to the Pharos lighthouse, the world’s original lighthouse and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. As a Mediterranean port, Alexandria has always served as an access point to the Hellenic region and still does to this day. This extension will give you deeper insights into the long history of Egypt.