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Unforgettable journey through Upper Egypt with our Cairo to Luxor East and West Banks Tour, featuring a comfortable overnight sitting train for a rounded trip. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Cairo before you settle into a first-class overnight train to Luxor.
As you travel, immerse yourself in the region's history with insights from our knowledgeable guide. Explore ancient wonders, including the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs rest in timeless tombs. Visit the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, marvel at the grandeur of the Temple of Karnak, and encounter the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
This multi-day excursion seamlessly combines the thrill of train travel with the exploration of Upper Egypt's top attractions. Let the magic of these ancient landmarks captivate you as you uncover the mysteries and stories that have shaped this remarkable region.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up is available from anywhere you choose in Cairo
Itinerary
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1Cairo
Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in Cairo or Giza, and then travel to the train station to catch the overnight 1st-class seated train to Luxor. The journey takes approximately 9 hours. Accommodation is provided onboard the first-class sitting train.
9 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Valley of the Kings
Arrive in Luxor in the morning and meet a licensed tour guide at Luxor train station to start your tour of the monuments by private air-conditioned vehicle. Begin on the West Bank and visit the Valley Of The Kings, the last resting place of kings such as Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, Ramssess VI, Mrenptah, and Amonhotep II.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
On the West Bank, also known as the 'City of the Dead,' marvel at the awe-inspiring Temple of Hatshepsut. This remarkable temple belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, the daughter of Thutmosis I and the second female pharaoh. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights into her intriguing life. Learn about the only woman to reign as Pharaoh and her ancestral connection to King Tutankhamun.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
4Colossi of Memnon
Discover the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III at the Colossi of Memnon, spending approximately 30 minutes at the site.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Temple of Karnak
Cross to the East Bank to explore the most splendid site of worship at the Karnak Temple, dedicated to gods Amon Ra, Mut, and Khanoum. The complex, covering nearly 1 mile by 2 miles, showcases over 20 temples, including the Hypostyle Hall and the Temple of Amon.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Luxor Temple
Conclude the day with a visit to Luxor Temple, a structure dedicated to Amon Ra. Spend approximately 1.5 hours at this historical site.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Cairo
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at the station to take the overnight seated train back to Cairo.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Evening transfer to Cairo train station to take the overnight train to Luxor
Pick up from Luxor train station & Luxor east and west bank tour
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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