7 Day Tour to Cairo Pyramids, GEM, Nile Cruise, Alexandria by Sleeper Train
What your day looks like
Visit all the top attractions of Egypt on a journey from Cairo, through the fascinating cities of Alexandria and Aswan, to Luxor. start your journey from Cairo, the capital city of Egypt. Tour the city and visit some of its most important landmarks. Visit the iconic pyramids of Giza and Saqqara. Sail down the Nile, one of the world's most iconic rivers on 3-nights 5 star Nile cruise ship and discover the gems that lie along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan. Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor every; Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday or reverse from Luxor to Aswan every; Saturday, Monday or Thursday. Get the chance to visit one of Egypt's most impressive cities; Alexandria on a full-day tour from Cairo. With door-to-door transportation by A/C car. Note: You will need to provide us with your passports copies to be able to purchase the sleeping train tickets. You will need to provide us with your International arrival and departure flights details. The cruise options for Sundays and Thursdays start sailing to Kom Ombo in the early morning of day 3 around 5 am. We will do all the excursions mentioned in the itinerary but in different order according to the cruise schedule.
The experience, in brief
- Visit the iconic pyramids of Giza and Saqqara
- Tour the city and visit some of its most important landmarks
- Discover the gems that lie along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan
Your day, step by step
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Welcome to Egypt’s capital! Welcome to Egypt's capital! You'll be met on arrival at Cairo airport by our driver who will be waiting for you outside the exit gate holding a sign with your name and transferred to your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Your adventure begins with Cairo, the vivacious capital of Egypt.
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Leisure. Free time: Chen in, and the rest of the day is free at your leisure. If your flight lands early, then you could take a first look at the pyramids with an amazing sound and light show (optional), or perhaps head into downtown Cairo for a Nile dinner cruise and show (optional).
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Meals: Not Included.
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Overnight in Cairo at 4-star Hotel.
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Archaeological Exploration at Giza Plateau. Visit The Great Pyramids, Sphinx, GEM: Check out after breakfast to start at 8 am your full day tour of the pyramids at Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with your private Egyptology tour guide. Start by visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years. Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind. Enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You'll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general.
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Archaeological Exploration at Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): Then to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), which is not just another museum—it’s a new milestone in Egypt’s mission to preserve, showcase, and present its ancient heritage in a modern and unforgettable way. Built to be one of the world’s most impressive cultural destinations, GEM takes you beyond iconic photos and makes you feel the history through carefully designed galleries, rich storytelling, and world-class collections. During your visit, you’ll have the chance to explore Egypt’s civilization in greater depth, with exhibits that connect the Pharaonic era to the discoveries that continue to reshape our understanding of the past. GEM highlights some of the most valuable and fascinating artifacts ever found, giving you context about royal life, burial traditions, religious beliefs, and the legacy left behind by ancient kings and builders. By the end of your tour, you won’t only “see” Egyptian antiquities—you’ll understand the stories behind them, making your overall Egypt trip feel more complete, meaningful, and unforgettable.
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In the evening you will be picked up and transferred to Cairo train station to take your night sleeper train to Aswan (about 12-14 hours).
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breakfast at the hotel and dinner in the train.
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Overnight at Sleeper train.
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Aswan Arrival Transfer to Nile Cruise: Once in Aswan our licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Aswan Railway station to be transferred by an A/C car to your 5-star Nile Cruise to check in before lunch.
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Local Flavor. Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electric. Proceed to visit the Greco Roman Temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return back to your cruise for Dinner, folkloric show, and Overnight in Aswan. Later on, return to your cruise for a folkloric show, and rest.
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Sightseeing. Note: If your arrival to Aswan is so early, we might start the tour direct upon arrival since the cruise check-in time is at noon and we don’t want our guest to waste their time waiting at the lobby for check-in.
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breakfast in the train, lunch and dinner on the cruise.
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Overnight in Aswan on board the cruise.
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Leisure at Temple Of Kom Ombo. Abu Simbel Trip (sharing a group), sailing and Kom Ombo Temple: Around 4 to 4:30 am, your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip (sharing a group in a bus or minibus), to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramesses 2nd and his beloved Queen Nefertari. meet your guide who will be waiting for there. enjoy exploring the temples for about 90 minutes, then drive back to Aswan. Back to the Cruise around 2:30 pm to have your lunch and start sailing heading to Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek; the crocodile God and Horus; the Falcon God. Tea time on the sun deck for about 30 minutes (free tea, Nescafe and cake). Arrive Kom Ombo around 5:30 to 6 pm and stop to visit the temple. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu for overnight. Note: The cruise options for Sundays and Thursdays start sailing to Kom Ombo in the early morning of day 3 around 5 am. We will do all the excursions mentioned in the itinerary but in different order according to the cruise schedule.
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Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Overnight at Edfu on board the cruise.
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Local Flavor at Temple Of Edfu. Edfu Temple and Arrive in Luxor (visit Luxor Temple): Around 4:30 to 5 am, enjoy Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise to have your breakfast and start sailing. Relax on the deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile river while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock, lunch on board and afternoon tea on the sundeck.
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Leisure at Luxor Temple. Luxor Temple: Late in the afternoon, arrive Luxor; built on and around the ancient site of Thebes, and has the greatest concentration of ancient ruins in the Nile Valley, if not the world. Across the Nile lies the City of the Dead, with its mortuary temples and rock carved tombs. To the east stand the Temples of Luxor and Karnak.
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Karnak Temple: If the boat arrives between 3 to 3:30 pm, you might have a chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor temples but if it arrives a bit later, then we might visit Luxor Temple which is in the center of town and is colorfully lit up by night and where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic features are exhibited. Dinner on board and belly dancing show. Overnight in Luxor.
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breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Overnight Luxor on board the cruise.
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Archaeological Exploration at Valley Of The Kings. Luxor West Bank, Karnak Temple Tour, and Overnight Sleeper Train to Cairo: Valley of the Kings: Breakfast and check out at 8 am to start your remarkable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the new kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.
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Local Flavor at Mortuary Temple Of Hatshepsut. Then to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut, who was the first woman to rule over Egypt. This temple was used as a monastery in the Christian era and famous as El Deir Al Bahari, or 'Northern Monastery'. End your tour in the West Bank by a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. hese two, 18 m-high statues are the only remaining items of the temple of Amenhotep III.
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Local Flavor at Karnak Temple. Lunchtime in a local restaurant (optional). Continue to visit the massive temple of Karnak. It was linked to the town of Luxor by a long sphinx lined avenue. Inside the large courtyard are three temples. The much photographed Hypo-style Hall has an impressive 134 towering columns, each is carved with scenes of gods and pharaohs, and hieroglyphic inscriptions cover the walls.
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At the end, transfer to Luxor train station to take your overnight sleeper train back to Cairo.
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breakfast on the cruise, and dinner in the train.
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Overnight at the sleeper train.
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Local Flavor at Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa. Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo and Departure Transfer: Upon arrival at Cairo train station, meet your guide for a full day tour to Alexandria from Cairo. Tour Alexandria's most significant and fascinating spots with your private tour guide. Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, with the beautiful artworks, visit the Roman Theater, take in views from the 15-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the New Alexandria library at your own pace. Lunch is optional in this tour.
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Local Flavor. Drive Back in comfort to Cairo Airport to take your flight back home or if you can add extra nights to your time in Cairo, then you have a chance to join any other optional sightseeing tours of Cairo to visit the Egyptian Museum , Cairo Citadel and Coptic Cairo or a spot of last minute shopping until we take you back to the airport for your departure flight.
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That's a wrap-up! We hope you enjoyed your stay! Our driver will transfer you to the airport for departure according to your flight details.
What to know before booking
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guide All Transfers, pick up and drop off by A.C vehicle 1 Day Tour in Cairo; Giza Pyramids and Saqqara 3 nights on a 5- star Cruise based on full board with sightseeing tours 1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo Rounded-trip Sleeper Train from Cairo to Aswan and return from Luxor and vice versa 1-Night accommodation at a 4-star Hotel in Cairo All Cabins Contain a mini Bar, Safe Deposit Box, Satellite TV, and Private Bathroom with a full bathtub
Not Included
Entry Visa to Egypt International or domestic flights Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing. Motorboat to Philae temple in Aswan Water or Beverages on the cruise Any personal expenses like laundry etc Tipping and gratuities for Guide, Drivers, and Cruise crew Wi-Fi on the cruise (available with extra charge)
What to Bring
Comfortable clothes and shoes Camera and bag for essentials Sunscreen
Meeting & Pickup
You’ll be met on arrival at Cairo airport by our representative.
Languages Offered
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Optional Add-ons
Abu Simbel trip (private tour), for single person - 300.00 Per Person | Abu Simbel trip (private tour), starting from 2 travelers - 200.00 Per Person | Hot Air Balloon in Luxor - 120.00 Per Person | Nubian village by motorboat in Aswan - 60.00 Per Person
Before Booking
Child rate applies only when sharing 2 paying adults. A child from 5 to 11 years old accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult. Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays (200$ per person per night will be charged as extra supplement for these Holidays). If your arrival to Luxor is so early, so we might start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00. Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile, Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated. We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order. You will need to pay all the entrance fees to the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary by card except the High Dam and motorboat to Philae temple. If you want to have your own room, then you need to book for a single person. If you are traveling in a group of 3 people, you will enjoy one triple room. If you are traveling in a group and wanted to have your own room, then do a separate booking for a single person. It is available to pick travelers at New Cairo, 6th.October hotels with extra 10$ USD per person. It is available to drop off travelers at their hotels in New Cairo or 6th.October with extra 10$ USD per person. It is available to pickup or drop off travelers from Hotels at New Administrative Capital with extra 20$ USD per person. Upon booking, it is very important to provide us with your passports copies to be able to buy the sleeping train tickets. Available to upgrade to flight tickets instead of the sleeping train with extra charge. It is available to provide German, French, Japanese or Italian tour guide with extra 350$USD per person
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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