9D 7N WONDERS OF ANCIENT EGYPT
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Two domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan & Luxor to Cairo
See the famous Pyramids of the ancient world
Visit Khan Al Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East
Embark on a 5-star cruise along the Nile River
Explore Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean
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DAY 01 (Sun)
SINGAPORE / CAIRO
Flight Details: SQ492
0130 / 0830
Tour Code: CAI-002PK
(Meals on board / Lunch / Dinner)
Upon arrival in Egypt, visit the ancient capital of Memphis, where the colossal statue of Rameses II and a great alabaster
sphinx stand. Proceed to Sakkara, the step pyramid built for Pharaoh Zoser and the oldest limestone structure in the world.
Visit Pyramids of Giza, the oldest and only site in existence amongst the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at the
largest pyramid, the Great Pyramid of Cheops and the Pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus. The 3 pyramids
represent the link between heaven and earth and were directed at Horus, who was the ancient Egyptian god of the World.
Just down the escarpment from the pyramids, you will come face to face with the Sphinx.
DAY 02 (Mon)
CAIRO / ASWAN
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Aswan (Approx. 2hrs). Upon arrival, proceed to check in for your River Nile
cruise. Aswan is one of the world’s best-known winter resorts. Visit the ancient granite quarries and the enormous
Unfinished Obelisk, which lies attached to a great granite mass. View the Old Dam and the High Dam, which provide
irrigation and electricity to the whole of Egypt. Take a boat ride to the beautiful Temple of Philae, which rises from the
waters of the Nile on the Island of Isis. Sail around the Elephantine Islands in a traditional felucca and view the Aga Khan
Mausoleum on the west bank of the Nile.
DAY 03 (Tue)
ASWAN – KOM OMBO -EDFU
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Take an optional excursion to the magnificent Sun Temple of Abu Simbel. Flanked by 4 giant stone statues of Rameses II,
the temple was reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed at its present location. Continue sailing southwards to Kom
Ombo to visit the Ptolemaic Temple which is shared by two gods, Sobek and Horus.
DAY 04 (Wed)
EDFU – ESNA - LUXOR
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
After Breakfast, visit the best preserved temple in the Egypt – The Temple of Horus, the Falcon God – This temple took over
200 years to build making it one of Egypt’s last great monuments. Continue sailing to Luxor. Luxor is the main tourist centre
for the largest surviving concentration of ancient monuments in the Nile Valley.
*Cruise boats will not be permitted to travel between Luxor and Esna during the Esna Lock Closure. On tours spanning
these dates, Luxor sightseeing as featured in the itinerary will be operated by coach from Esna instead of by boat.
DAY 05 (Thurs)
LUXOR / CAIRO
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Visit the Temple of Luxor, built during Amenhotep II’s reign with 6 looming statues of Pharaoh Rameses II at the entrance.
Then proceed to Karnak Temple, which is dedicated to the god Amon and his family and be overwhelmed by its
architectural intricacy and proportions. Continue your journey to the Valley of the Kings, located on the west bank and
nestled amidst desert mountains, to visit the tombs of the kings. Pass by the Colossi of Memnon to view the 2 seated
figures of Amenhotep III. Next, visit the amazing Temple of Queen Hatshepsut built in 3 broad columned terraces against
the backdrop of cliffs. Thereafter, transfer to airport for domestic flight to Cairo (Approx. 1hr).
DAY 06 (Fri)
CAIRO
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Today, visit the Citadel of Salah Eldin and Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, also known as the Alabaster Mosque. Later,
take a closer look at the famous pharaohs and impressive treasures of ancient Egyptian civilizations during a
guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. Thereafter, visit Khan Al Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Housing more
than 4,000 stalls, this vibrant bazaar is where you can shop for excellent handicrafts. You may even try Egyptian
coffee and shisha, a traditional flavoured tobacco, at your own expense.
DAY 07 (Sat)
CAIRO / ALEXANDRIA / CAIRO
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Today drive north to Alexandria, known as Pearl of the Mediterranean. Strategically located by the Mediterranean
Sea, it is the largest port in Egypt and the greatest summer resort in the Middle East. Upon arrival, proceed to sightsee at
places of interest such as Morsi Abu Abas Mosque, Roman Amphitheatre, Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillars, King Faruk’s
Palace, Abu Darda Mosque, Maqam Nabi Daniel and Maqam Lukman Al Hakim. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the shore of
the eastern harbour that overlooks the Mediterranean. On your way back to Cairo, pass by Qait Bay Fort which was built in
the 14th century. Transfer to Cairo for your overnight stay.
DAY 08 (Sun)
CAIRO / SINGAPORE
Flight Details: SQ493
1300 / 0730 + 1
(Breakfast / Meals on Board)
If time permits, you can do some last minute shopping before you transfer to the airport for your flight home.
DAY 09 (Mon)
ARRIVED SINGAPORE
Accommodation
Cairo - 5* Le Meridien Pyramids or Similar
SQ Other Days Arrival
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CAIRO – Egyptian museum/citadel/Mohamed Ali & Bazaar
Alexandria
CAI - ASW via domestic flight
ASWAN –ABU SIMBEL – KOM OMBO – EDFU (Nile Cruise)
EDFU – ESNA – LUXOR (Nile Cruise)
LXR/CAI via domestic flight
CAIRO – Memphis/Sakkara/Giza/Sphinx
Departure CAI (SQ 493 1300/0730+1)
Arrival in Singapore
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Arrival CAI - Egyptian museum/citadel/Mohamed Ali & Bazaar
CAI - ASW via domestic flight
ASWAN –ABU SIMBEL – KOM OMBO – EDFU (Nile Cruise)
EDFU – ESNA – LUXOR (Nile Cruise)
LXR/CAI via domestic flight
CAIRO – Memphis/Sakkara/Giza/Sphinx
Alexandria
Departure CAI (SQ 493 1300/0730+1)
Arrival in Singapore
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Arrival CAI - Egyptian museum/citadel/Mohamed Ali & Bazaar
CAIRO – Memphis/Sakkara/Giza/Sphinx
Alexandria
CAI – ASW via domestic flight
ASWAN –ABU SIMBEL – KOM OMBO –EDFU (Nile Cruise)
EDFU – ESNA – LUXOR (Nile Cruise)
LXR/CAI via domestic flight
Departure CAI (SQ 493 1300/0730+1)
Arrival in Singapore
* Please note that due to the different flight timings and arrival time in Cairo, Itinerary / Sequence is (are) subject to changes(s).
Inclusions/places of visit will however remain the same. Clients will receive their actual flow of itinerary upon collection of travel
documents.