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6 Days | Egypt on the track
Skip the expensive flight ticket and enjoy the adventure of the comfortable sleeping train from Cairo to the south of Egypt to visit Luxor's treasures, Karnak and Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, tombs of Tutankhamen, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon. then back to Cairo to visit the home of Egypt’s antiquities Egyptian Museum, melting pot of religions old Cairo city, Medieval Cairo Salahdin Citadel, Khan El-Khalili, and more...
Arrive at Cairo International Airport, finishing all procedures to get your entry visa by our representative. Then, having lunch in a local restaurant on the way to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle for relaxing, heading to your hotel to enjoy having a nice night.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Lunch
After having breakfast in the hotel, your tour will begin with a visit to the three Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only one left of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this 146-meter-high pyramid is just one part of a vast funerary complex. The Great Sphinx is Another essential feature, characterized by the head of a man with the body of a lion. Your visit to the Giza plateau will end with the mortuary temple of king Chefren, which was used for the mummification process, then you will have lunch in a local restaurant.
In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to visit the necropolis of Saqqara, which was declared by UNESCO to be a World Heritage Site, where the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser stands, the main feature of his vast funerary complex.
Later, you will visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, today is known as Mit Rahina village. The ruins of this city are displayed in a magnificent open-air museum featuring the giant statue of Ramses II, carved in limestone, as well as an alabaster Sphinx guarding the Temple of Ptah. Finally, you will be transferred to the train station to catch the Sleeping train to Luxor and have dinner on board.
Overnight on board to Luxor then transfer to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Begin your day with breakfast on board. Then, join your private tour guide heading to the East Bank of Luxor to visit the massive and impressive Karnak Temple, the largest temple structure ever built by man. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples situated on 247 acres of land. Once you finish, your lunch will be served at an oriental restaurant. Then, going to Luxor Temple, the center of the most important festival, the festival of Opet. Built mostly by Amenhotep III and Rameses II. After this exciting day, the guide will transfer you to the hotel in Luxor for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Enjoy your tasty breakfast under the sunshine of Upper Egypt, your day will start with crossing to the other side of the Nile to visit the famous Necropolis of Thebes, also known as the West Bank of Thebes. Visiting the Valley of the Kings, commissioned by the Pharaohs of the dynasties 18, 19, and 20 and home to the tombs of Tutankhamen and Ramses IV, and the most famous kings in history. Also, heading to the Valley of the Artisans, a tribute to those who built the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Then, have a short break for lunch.
The second part of the day will start with visiting the complex of Al-Deir Al-Bahri, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most famous queens in ancient Egypt, the temple of Amenhotep III and the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of king Amenhotep III are the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. The statues are made from blocks of quartzite sandstone which exist in Cairo then moved 700 KM to Luxor. After this exciting tour in Luxor, you will be transferred to the Luxor train station to take your sleeping train to Cairo.
Overnight in a sleeping train to Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
You will then be greeted by your local guide who will take you on an adventurous day touring the many attractions in the lively and exciting Cairo. Your tour begins at the Egyptian Museum, the oldest archeological museum in the Middle East. This storehouse contains the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities, the treasures of Tutankhamen, and artifacts that date back to the Predynastic Period.
You then will head to Old Cairo, a historic location where you can witness a melting pot of the Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. First, you will visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is the oldest synagogue in Egypt and dates to the 9th century. Then you will walk over to the Hanging Church which is built on the Roman military fortress of Ancient Babylon and dates back to the 4th century. It also served as the headquarter of the Coptic Orthodox Patriarch until the 10th century. Next to this church is another significant church, the Cavern Church, where the Holy Family is believed to have been hidden during their period of seeking refuge in Egypt. Next on the stop is the Amr Ibn El- Aas mosque, the oldest mosque in Egypt and Africa. By now you will have worked up an appetite, lunch will be at a nearby local restaurant.
Next, you will visit Medieval Cairo, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This part of the city was built in the 10th century and primarily served as the headquarter for Muslim caliphs. Here you will encounter the Citadel of Saladin, a fortress in which stands the imposing mosque of Mohamed Ali, as well as the many museums and hidden gardens within its walls. Finally, we head to the picturesque bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, a 14th-century marketplace where you can purchase all sorts of traditional souvenirs. You will then have a lovely dinner at a local restaurant; afterward, your guide will accompany you to your hotel for a goodnight's sleep.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International airport where you will catch your international flight back home. An English-speaking representative of ours will accompany you until you are checked in and safely aboard. Enjoy your journey back home! Come visit us again.
Meals: Breakfast
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✓ Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports.
✓ The assistance of our guest relations during your stay in Cairo.
✓ All transfers by a modern air-conditioned coach.
✓ Accommodation for 2 nights in Cairo including bed and breakfast.
✓ Accommodation for 1 night in Luxor including bed and breakfast.
✓ Accommodation for 2 nights in sleeping train based on half board.
✓ All sightseeing tours as mentioned with a group tour.
✓ Local English speaking tour guide.
✓ Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
✓ Bottled water during the trips Portage when needed.
✓ Shopping tours in Cairo.
✓ Free Wi-Fi service during your tour in Egypt.
✓ All service charges and taxes.
✕ International Airfare.
✕ Entry visa to Egypt.
✕ Personal spending.
✕ Excursions.
✕ Tipping
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May | September | 1050 | Confirm Booking | |
October | April | 1080 | Confirm Booking |