3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train
3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train
$801
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 3-night, 2-day tour to Luxor from Cairo by sleeper train, where you'll explore some of Egypt's most iconic monuments. Begin your journey with a comfortable overnight train ride, complete with dinner and breakfast. Upon arrival in Luxor, delve into the ancient wonders with visits to the Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings, and the Hatshepsut Temple. Enjoy guided tours with an Egyptologist, savor delicious meals, and stay in a Luxor hotel. On the final day, discover the Temple of Hathor in Dendera and the mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu before returning to Cairo. This tour includes all meals, train tickets, and accommodation, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 1: Cairo / Luxor Sleeper Train
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo at 7:00 pm by air-conditioned modern vehicle to Cairo or Giza train station for your board to Luxor which takes about 9 hours including dinner and breakfast.
Meals: Dinner, Breakfast
Day 2 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Luxor Sightseeing Tours
Arrive to luxor where you will be accompanied by your own Egyptologist tour guide to visit the famous Karnak temple the largest place of worship ever built. Its ancient name Ipet-isut means “the most sacred of places.” The temple, or, more correctly, the complex of temples, was built over more than two thousand years by generation after generation of pharaohs. Within the complex, the great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars. On the way you will enjoy lunch at quality restaurant and then you will be accompanied by your tour guide to visit the majestic Luxor temple which was built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II for ritual and festivals and dedicated to the god Amun, then visit the West Bank of The Nile River you will be visiting the two Colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Colossi of Memnon), and then visit the Valley of the Kings, where the magnificent tombs discovered, those tombs were carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs, you will visit 3 tombs Continue the tour to visit the Hatshepsut temple at El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to the Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh rises out of the desert plain in a series of terraces and merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant , then you will be transferred to your hotel accommodation in Luxor.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Luxor Sightseeing Tours/ Cairo
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel to discover the ancient sites. First, drive 80 KM to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, goddess of love and joy.The temple is located in Dendera which is situated at the north of Luxor , then move to The mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu is an important Kingdom period structure in the west bank of luxor in egypt . Aside from its size and architecture and artistic importance, the temple is probably best known as the source of inscribed reliefs depicting during the region of Ramsses III.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After that return back to Luxor train station to get your Sleeper Train to Cairo or Giza train station
including : Dinner, Breakfast meals.
then drive back to your hotel after arriving Cairo or Giza train station.
What's Included
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Meals
Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast are included.
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Sleeper Train Tickets
Tickets for the Sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and back to Cairo are included.
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Accommodation
Accommodation in a Luxor hotel with half board is included.
What's Not Included
Tipping
Tipping is not included.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Public Transportation Nearby
- Infant Seats Available
Please Note
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Wheelchair accessible
- From Your Hotel in Cairo or Giza
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with a sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and back, including dinner and breakfast on board, and modern air-conditioned vehicles for local transfers.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable accommodation in Luxor with half board included, ensuring you have a relaxing stay after exploring the city's ancient wonders.
Check out our Q&As
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes lunch, dinner, and breakfast. Specifically, dinner and breakfast are provided on the sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and back, and lunch is provided during the sightseeing tours.
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What is the mode of transportation from Cairo to Luxor?
The mode of transportation from Cairo to Luxor is a sleeper train, which takes about 9 hours.
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What are the main attractions visited in Luxor?
The main attractions visited in Luxor include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Temple of Hathor in Dendera, and the Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu.
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Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.
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Are infant seats available during the tour?
Yes, infant seats are available during the tour.
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Is tipping included in the tour price?
No, tipping is not included in the tour price.
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Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts and ends in Luxor, with transportation provided from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to the train station and back.
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What is the significance of the Karnak Temple?
Karnak Temple is the largest place of worship ever built, known as 'the most sacred of places.' It was constructed over more than two thousand years by generations of pharaohs and features the incredible Hypostyle Hall with its giant pillars.
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What can I expect to see at the Valley of the Kings?
At the Valley of the Kings, you will visit three tombs that were carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated, and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs.
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What is unique about the Hatshepsut Temple?
The Hatshepsut Temple is unique because it is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, the only female pharaoh, and it rises out of the desert plain in a series of terraces that merge with the surrounding limestone cliffs.
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Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?
Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.
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Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?
Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
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Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?
Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.
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What to wear when I travel to Egypt?
Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended. “From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly. From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening. Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.
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Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?
Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below: 1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers. 2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering. 3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts. 4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.
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Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?
Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints: Cairo International Airport Hurghada International Airport St Catherine's International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Luxor International Airport
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Free Date Changes
Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to make 4 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform sun pyramids tours, 7 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Sun Pyramids Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of sun pyramids tours charges.
Up to 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 10 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train
3 Days Starting in Cairo, Egypt and ending in Luxor, Egypt
Visiting: Luxor
Tour operator:
Tour code:
586696
Guide Type:
Fully Guided