French Polynesia to Alexandria

The capital city of French Polynesia, Papeete is a small town known for its laid-back charm and cultural attractions. Bougainville Park is a beautiful location in the city where visitors can go for a leisurely stroll or enjoy a picnic with friends and family. Travellers can go on a walking Papeete tour to explore the Robert Wan Pearl Museum; witness the beautiful sight of Papeete Cathedral, pay a visit to the Paofai Temple or pay a visit to the iconic Presidential Palace. The Papeete Tahiti temple is another important landmark in the city worth visiting. The monument of Pouvanaa a Oopa, which is dedicated to a Tahitian war hero, is worth including on the itinerary of any trip to Papeete. Tarahoi Public Square, which is considered to be a symbol of joy and cheerfulness of the town, also deserves a visit. To indulge in recreation activities or hang out with friends and family, waterfront esplanade is the perfect place in this city. There are ample number of markets and eating outlets as well in Papeete. Papeete Market is the best place from where tourists can collect unique Tahitian souvenirs to take back home. This small town is perfect for those who want to get a taste of Tahitian culture at its best. From MakeMyTrip, one can pick a suitable travel package to explore this beautiful town in a very hassle-free manner.

‘The Pearl of the Mediterranean’- Alexandria lies picturesquely on the coast of Mediterranean Sea. The second largest city in Egypt after Cairo, Alexandria boasts of a glorious history that dates back to 331 BC, the time when Alexander the Great founded it. The majority of the attractions of the city are those, which were established in ancient times. Some of the most poplar among them are Citadel of Qaitbay, Kom el-Shouqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Roman Theatre and Presidential Palace. With a spellbinding collection of more than 1800 archaeological artefacts that belong to the Graeco-Roman period and Coptic and Islamic era, the Alexandria National Museum stands as one of the most amazing attractions of the city. Other interesting museums of the city are Graeco-Roman Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, and Royal Jewellery Museum. The presence of gorgeous bays and harbours adds immeasurable beauty to this city. The harbour of Abu-Qir and the crescent-shaped Alexandrian Eastern Harbour are the most ideal ones to visit. What’s more, the long coastal stretch from Maamoura in the east to the Agamy Beach in the west of Alexandria is speckled with a number of beaches that tempt tourists from all over the world. MakeMyTrip offers a range of Alexandria tour packages for making travel and stay convenient for visitors.