Best of Cairo Tour from Luxor with Sleeping Train Tickets
Do this because
- Enjoy a stress-free trip to Cairo from Luxor with everything organized
- Snap pics of the Sphinx statue and the pyramids at the Giza Plateau
- See the Great Pyramid, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Visit the largest collection of Egyptian artefacts at the Cairo Museum
- Enjoy the experience of traveling by a sleeping train in Egypt
What to expect
Experience the best of Cairo in this unique tour without the stress of planning and organizing your transportation and activities. You’ll discover the beauty, history and culture that fills the city and check out its many incredible monuments.
Enjoy an evening pickup free of charge from your accommodation in Luxor and head towards Luxor train station to get on the sleeping train. Drop off at Giza train station after an overnight journey and get welcomed by the representative of the local operator and your Egyptologist. Feel the atmosphere of Cairo City, as you head to Giza Pyramids, the last remaining wonder of the Ancient World.
Now, it is time to stretch your legs and enjoy a lunch buffet onboard a floating restaurant on the River Nile. After lunch, you’re in for a treat with the next stop at the Egyptian Museum. With over 100 exhibition galleries inside, it’s home to the world’s biggest collection of Egyptian artefacts. Wander past statues, artefacts, and relics that’ll give you the inside scoop into the daily life and religious practices of past civilizations from thousands of years ago.
Finally, drive back to the train station, take the sleeping train back to Luxor, and then to your hotel.
Important to know
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- Please note that you'll gain access to the pyramids area, but the entrance fees to get inside the pyramids (Cheops, Mykerinos or Kefren) are not included. The tickets available are limited and must be purchased on-site, so access is not guaranteed. The adult entrance fee (12+ years) for the Cheops Great Pyramid is around EGP 900 and EGP 450 for children under 12. The adult entrance fee (12+ years) for Mykerinos or Kefren is around EGP 220 and EGP 110 for children under 12. Payment is available only with credit cards
Know in advance:
- This tour is available in shared and private options. The shared options are available in 2 price options: Option 1 is for a single train cabin and Option 2 is for a double train cabin price per cabin
- The price of the private options is the total price of the group. Single travellers who want the private option can choose the option (Private Tour).
- Infants less than years old are free of charge
- Tour duration and pickup time are simply guidelines subject to change due to operational conditions. Please expect around 36 hours for the complete tour
- Train schedules are subject to change or delay for reasons beyond the local operator's control
Remember to bring:
- Return sleeping train tickets are included in the price with dinner and breakfast on the train for each night journey. Please bring your water and drinks with you
- Please wear comfortable outfits subject to weather conditions and walking shoes and please bring sunglasses, a camera and money for tipping and shopping, your credit card
- Please keep your passport/ID with you during this tour
What’s included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Train ticket
Insurance
What’s not included
Drinks
Cancellation policy
Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Meeting point:
Pickup service in Luxor is included. Please provide the address of your accommodation at checkout. The local operator will confirm with you the pickup time 24 hours before the experience starts. Please look out for an email or SMS. The pickup location is the hotel lobby unless otherwise specified.
Provider
Travco Group for Tourism
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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