History buffs will be fascinated by this full-day tour that explores the World War II battle of El Alamein, which marked the beginning of the end of the Axis powers from advancing further into Egypt. Learn the story behind the battle with a tour of the El Alamein War Museum. Approximately 177 kilometers (110 miles) from Alexandria, it's a two-hour drive to the small coastal village of El Alamein. Upon arrival, you'll proceed to the El Alamein War Museum, which memorializes not only the battle between British and German forces in 1942 but battles in South Africa. Inside you'll find military weapons and equipment including a tank, maps, photos and small models detailing the battle. Continue to the Commonwealth War Cemetery where over 7,000 soldiers from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, France and India, who fought and died for the Allies are buried, overlooking the El Alamein battlefield.