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When you fly from Alexandria to Islamabad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Begin your journey at Alexandria International Airport, the modern aviation hub serving Egypt's northern coast and the Nile Delta region. It's built to handle up to 1.2 million passengers annually.
As it's located in Borg El Arab, approximately 40 kilometres southwest of the city centre, reaching the airport is hassle-free. You can easily access the terminal via the main access road, which links directly to the Abu Zikry Axis and the Cairo-Alexandria desert road. Benefit from the spacious parking facilities if you're driving, arrive by taxi, or use a local bus service.
Inside the terminal, you'll find a variety of facilities designed for your comfort. Complete your check-in process swiftly, then browse the selection of shops for duty-free goods and last-minute travel accessories. You can also enjoy a meal at one of the many cafés and restaurants, and rely on the convenient currency exchange services.
Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, welcomes you with its surprisingly green spaces and beautifully planned, wide, tree-lined boulevards. This thriving cultural, commercial and financial hub perfectly blends tradition with innovation and forward development, offering you a genuinely warm welcome. You will discover a vibrant and fascinating city, full of unique sights that make it a truly memorable destination in Asia.
For a peaceful escape, explore Islamabad’s beautiful parks, which offer a tranquil respite from the urban pace and city noise. Head up to Daman-e-Koh for a wonderful vantage point and panoramic view across the metropolis valley, an incredibly popular spot with a collection of very good restaurants for dining. You should also visit the vast Fatima Jinnah Park, which is considered one of the largest parks in South East Asia, providing huge expanses of open space for relaxation and recreation.
Delve into Pakistan's rich history and transport heritage at the Golra Pakistan Railways Heritage Museum, which celebrates the country's 19th-century rail infrastructure that was key to its growth as an international trading centre. To fully experience the local culture and past, take a trip to the ancient and carefully restored Saidpur Village in the foothills of the Margallas, where you can get up close with the Pakistani traditional crafts, music and authentic food.
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