9 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise by Sleeper Train
With our Egypt vacation package, you can have a great time and learn about history at the Egyptian Museum and the Great Pyramids. Take your present and travel back in time by going to Saqqara and seeing the Zoser Step Pyramid and the Red and Bent Pyramids in Dahshur. Keep your energy up so you can take our Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan to start exploring the heart of Egypt. And start your fun in the West Bank, where you’ll visit the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and the Temple of Horus. You’ll also sail to Kom Ombo, where you’ll see the High Dam and the Philae Temple, among other places, as you learn more about ancient Egyptian history and make your trip one you’ll never forget.
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Departure
Cairo Airport -
Departure Time
Daily Tours start Approximately 8.00AM -
Included
1 Bottled water during trips5 Star AccommodationAll service charges & taxesEntrance feesExpert Tour GuideLunch in a local restaurantMeet and Assist in the airportOur assistance during your stayPrivate A/C vehicle -
Not Included
Entry visa to EgyptOptional activitiesPersonal expensesTipping (Recommended)
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Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival
Be welcomed to Egypt with our organised pick-up service coordinated to your flight arrival time.
First of all, your expert tour guide will be waiting for you at Cairo airport for a seamless pick up. Then you will be taken to your private A/C vehicle, ready to transfer you to your Hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: Cairo Tour & Sleeper Train
Your expert tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel.
At the first stop, you will be amazed by the Egyptian Museum containing thousands of genuine artefacts, Statues and a priceless collection of Egyptian art. The most incredible being the full exhibit of King Tutankhamun, including the gold treasures found in his tomb in 1920.
At the next stop you will visit the Great Pyramids of Egypt, an Ancient Wonder of the World. Where you will visit and capture panoramic views of the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple and many other impressive photo opportunities.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort to the train station.
Overnight sleeper train to Luxor.
Day 3: Nile Cruise - Luxor
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at Luxor train station.
On the commencement of your tour, you will be taken to your private A/C vehicle.
Then you will stop at the East Bank to visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor. Walk through Luxor Temple to admire its outstanding courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses II.
Following on to visit the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns and the fascinating temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus pattern architecture.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort to the cruise.
Overnight in cruise.
Day 4: Nile Cruise - Luxor
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at the cruise, ready to take you to your private A/C vehicle.
The tour will start at the West Bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and many different amazing Ancient Temple Monuments. In the Valley of the kings you will be taken back in time entering the tombs of the Pharaoh’s that contain painted pillars and walls. Then to see the Colossi of Memnon. Consisting of two massive monumental statues that represent King Amenhotep III, looking towards the Nile river.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort back to the cruise.
Overnight in cruise.
Day 4 Option* Hot Air Balloon (approx. 30-45min) – Drift over the Valley of Kings.
Day 5: Nile Cruise – Edfu
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at the cruise.
First you will visit the outstanding Temple of Horus in Edfu. Then back to the cruise to sail to Kom Ombo to visit the temple used by both gods Sobek and Haroeies.
In the evening the cruise has a Galabya party.
Overnight in cruise.
Day 6: Nile cruise - Aswan
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at the cruise.
At the first stop, you will visit the Hight Dam, which has amazing views of Lake Nasser. Then you will visit the Philae Temple, that was surprisingly removed from its original resting place. You will also see the temple of Isis, which was constructed in Roman times.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort to the cruise.
Overnight in cruise.
Day 7: Aswan – Open Day
Open day at your leisure in Aswan.
Once your day is complete you will be transferred in comfort to the train station.
Overnight sleeper train to Cairo.
Day 7 Option* Abu Simbel Temple Tour.
Day 8: Cairo – Memphis & Sakkara
Enjoy breakfast on the train. Once arrived in Cairo, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel.
At the first stop, you will visit the Zoser Step Pyramid in Sakkara. It is considered the oldest pyramid ever created, which was constructed for king Djoser with its six rectangular bases. Originally used as a burial ground during the old kingdom, makes this Pyramid a wonder to see and experience.
At the next stop you visit the old capital Memphis, you can view the Statue of Ramses II. Then on to Dahshur, to see both the Red and Bent Pyramids.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Overnight option* 2-hour Nile Cruise dinner and Folk-dance show.
Day 9: Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then you will be transferred to Cairo Airport in time for your departure.
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Prices are shown in US dollars per person per trip and can be paid in EUR or GBP.
Children Policy
The children’s policy applies to children who share a room with their parents. If your trip includes a flight ticket, additional fees for your children may apply.
- Children under 2 years of age can travel free of charge with their parents.
- From 2 to 6 years old: 25% of the adult price
- From 6 to 11 years old: 50% of the adult price
- Children aged 12 and over travel at the same fare as adults.
Deposit
Once your itinerary is confirmed, we will collect 25% of the agreed final trip value as a deposit, which can be paid via Online Payment, PayPal, or Western Union.
Tipping
Tipping is part of the Egyptian culture to express one's satisfaction with the good services provided to him by his duty staff. It would be nice to give it when you are satisfied with our services and if not then you don't have to do it.
Cancellation Policy
Important Note: If your trip includes a domestic flight or a Nile cruise, know that there is no refund for the booking value in the event of cancellation of the trip according to the policy of Nile cruises and airlines companies.
- 30 days before the trip 100% refund.
- 20 days before the trip 50% refund.
- 10 days before the trip no refund.