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6 Days Luxor & Cairo by Sleeper Train | Ancient Egypt Discovery Tour

Luxor, The West Bank of Luxor, El Giza, Cairo, Old Cairo,
Duration

6 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

1-20 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Travel through the heart of ancient Egypt on this unforgettable 6 Days Luxor & Cairo by Sleeper Train Tour. Combining two of Egypt's most fascinating destinations, this journey offers the perfect balance of history, culture, and authentic travel experiences.

Begin your adventure in Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum, where you'll discover magnificent temples, royal tombs, and remarkable monuments left behind by the Pharaohs. Continue your journey aboard Egypt's famous overnight sleeper train, enjoying a unique and comfortable travel experience as you head north to bustling Cairo.

Explore the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza, the mysterious Great Sphinx, and the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a passionate history lover, this carefully designed itinerary offers an unforgettable journey through over 5,000 years of Egyptian civilization.

Activities
Hot Air Balloon Sightseeing Discovery Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Solo Travel Photography Family

Tour Features

Duration
6 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-20 people

Tour Code
63

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
12 - 99

Luxor

Pickup Time:

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Old Cairo

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Travel on Egypt's famous overnight sleeper train

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum.

Upon arrival at Luxor International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Optional Evening Experiences

  • Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple

  • Nile Dinner Cruise with Belly Dance & Tanoura Show

  • Horse Carriage Ride through Luxor

  • Luxor Souk Walking Tour

Overnight: Luxor

Meals: None

Day 2

08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.

Meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the magnificent monuments of ancient Thebes.

West Bank

  • Valley of the Kings (visit three royal tombs)

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • Colossi of Memnon

Lunch at a quality local restaurant.

East Bank

Continue your journey with visits to:

  • Karnak Temple Complex

  • Great Hypostyle Hall

  • Sacred Lake

  • Luxor Temple

  • Avenue of the Sphinxes

Return to your hotel.

Overnight: Luxor

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Optional 05:00

Experience a spectacular Hot Air Balloon Flight over Luxor at sunrise (optional).

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day at your own pace.

Suggested optional activities:

  • Luxor Museum

  • Mummification Museum

  • Felucca Sailing on the Nile

  • Banana Island Tour

  • Free time for shopping in Luxor Bazaar

Early dinner (optional).

19:00 Transfer to Luxor Railway Station.

20:00 Board the comfortable first-class sleeper train to Cairo.

Dinner is served onboard as the train travels north through the Nile Valley.

Overnight: Sleeper Train

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

08:00 Arrive in Cairo and meet your Egyptologist guide.

Begin your unforgettable exploration of Egypt's most iconic landmarks.

Giza Plateau

Visit:

  • Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)

  • Pyramid of Khafre

  • Pyramid of Menkaure

  • Panorama Viewpoint

  • Great Sphinx

  • Valley Temple

Lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the pyramids.

Continue to the world-famous:

Egyptian Museum

Discover thousands of priceless artifacts including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.

Transfer to your hotel.

Optional Evening

  • Nile Dinner Cruise

  • Pyramids Sound & Light Show

Overnight: Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

After breakfast, continue exploring Cairo's rich cultural heritage.

Visit:

  • Salah El-Din Citadel

  • Mosque of Muhammad Ali

  • Coptic Cairo

  • Hanging Church

  • Ben Ezra Synagogue

  • Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Enjoy lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant.

Late afternoon transfer to Cairo Railway Station.

Board your overnight sleeper train back to Luxor.

Dinner onboard.

Overnight: Sleeper Train

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

Arrive in Luxor early in the morning.

Breakfast onboard before arrival.

Our representative will meet you at Luxor Railway Station and transfer you to:

  • Luxor International Airport

  • Your hotel

  • Nile Cruise (if continuing your holiday)

End of our services.

Meals: Breakfast

Included

2 nights accommodation in Luxor - 4 Star Hotel

1 night accommodation in Cairo - 4 Star Hotel

2 nights in first-class sleeper train cabins

Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide

Daily breakfast

2 lunches at local restaurants

2 dinners onboard the sleeper train

Meet and greet service upon arrival

Airport transfers in Luxor

Railway station transfers in Luxor and Cairo

Private air-conditioned transportation during sightseeing

Entrance fees to:

  • Valley of the Kings

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • Colossi of Memnon

  • Karnak Temple

  • Luxor Temple

  • Great Pyramids of Giza

  • Great Sphinx

  • Valley Temple

  • Egyptian Museum

Bottled water during sightseeing

All taxes and service charges

Excluded

International flights

Travel insurance

Drinks during meals

Egypt tourist visa

Personal expenses

Gratuities for guides and drivers

Any services not mentioned under Included

Optional Hot Air Balloon ride

Sound & Light Shows

Entry inside the Great Pyramid

Tutankhamun Tomb ticket

Tour Booking

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