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Destinations: to Cairo Aswan
10 Days 9 Nights
From: 3038 SGD

10 Day CLASSIC EGYPT

Airlines:
Singapore Airlines

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HightLights

1 Enjoy a River Nile cruise as you trace the history of Egypt


2 Travel by Egyptian horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus


3 Sail around the Elephantine Islands in a traditional felucca


4 Visit Pyramids of Giza, the oldest and only site in existence amongst the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World


5  Enjoy shopping at the bustling Khan Al Khalili bazaar


6 Visit Alexandria, the largest port in Egypt and the greatest summer resort in Middle East

Itinerary

Day 1: SINGAPORE-CAIRO
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Meals on Board

Day 2: CAIRO
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. Conclude your visit to the pyramids with a fun camel ride before you transfer to visit Khan Al Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East with more than 4,000 stalls. You can shop for excellent handicrafts and even try Egyptian coffee and shisha, a traditional flavoured tobacco at your own expense.
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Day 3: CAIRO-LUXOR-EDFU
Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, proceed to check in for your River Nile cruise. 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, embark on your cruise and sail southwards to Edfu.
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Day 4: EDFU-KOM-OMBO-ASWAN
Continue to enjoy your cruise to Edfu. On the way, enjoy the beautiful scenes of an ancient village where time has stood still on the banks of the Nile. After passing through the locks at Esna, arrive in Edfu and transfer by kalesh, an Egyptian horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus which is dedicated to the Falcon God. One of Egypt’s remaining great monuments, this temple took over 200 years to be built. Continue sailing southwards to Kom Ombo to visit the Ptolemaic Temple which is shared by two gods, Sobek and Horus. Tonight, enjoy Egyptian cuisine and a galabia-themed party onboard the cruise.
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Day 5: ASWAN
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.
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Day 6: ASWAN
Today, you may take an optional excursion to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel. Flanked by 4 giant stone statues of Rameses II, the temple was reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present location.
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Day 7: ASWAN-CAIRO-ALEXANDRIA-CAIRO
Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. Then, drive north to Alexandria, ‘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 places of interest like Morsi Abu Abas Mosque, Roman Amphitheatre, Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillars, King Faruk’s Palace, Abu Darda Mosque, Maqam Nabi Daniel and Maqam Lokman 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’s Fort which was built in the 14th century. Stay overnight in Cairo.
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Day 8: CAIRO
Today, visit the Citadel of Salah Eldin and Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. Then, view the mummies of King Tutankhamon and other famous pharaohs, as well as treasures of ancient Egypt civilizations, during your guided tour at the Egyptian Museum.
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Day 9: CAIRO-SINGAPORE
If time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping before you transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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Day 10: ARRIVE-IN-SINGAPORE

Departures & Prices:

Departure_Date	Airlines	Single	Twin	Triple	Child Twin	Child With Bed	Child W/O Bed	Hotels	Status
2008-10-29	Singapore Airlines	$3838	$3388	$3388	$2788	$2688	$2588		On Request
Airline Schedules: 29/10/2008:SIN/CAI SQ 492 0220/0640 07/11/2008:CAI/SIN SQ 493 1330/0600