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8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise by Train

8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise by Train

★★★★★
Tour Package Everyday

Tour Highlights

2 Nights in Cairo

3 Nights on Cruise board (Aswan & Luxor)

2 Nights train

Tour Overview


Day 1: Arrival to Cairo

Arrival to Cairo airport, Upon you arrival you will find our representative waiting you with the sign of Ramasside tours, then you will be transferred by  A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.


Day 2: The Pyramids Tour

Breakfast. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities.Which houses more than 250,000 artifacts displaying a rare collection of Egyptian art spanning over 5,000 years. The museum features an exceptional range of antiquities, including statues, mummies, and priceless relics that reflect the richness of ancient Egyptian civilization, offering a fascinating insight into Egypt’s timeless heritage.


Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions. Cheops is the most colossal ever built.
Next is a close-up look at Sphinx – a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren.

Transfers to the train station for your train to Aswan. Dinner & Overnight in train.

Note: We don’t recommend it, it takes 15 to 18 hours. We recommend that you upgrade and take a domestic flight which allows you to travel in comfort and gives you an extra night in a 5 star hotel.


Day 3: Aswan - Cruise

Breakfast on the train. Arrival & transfer to visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple. Transfer to the Cruise. Boarding. Lunch on board Sail to Kom Ombo.

Afternoon Tea. Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Dinner on board. Overnight in Edfu.


Day 4: Cruise

Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Horus in Edfu. Cross the lock. Sail to Luxor. Afternoon Tea. Overnight in Cruise.


Day 5: Cruise

Breakfast on board. Cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Overnight in Cruise.


Day 6: Cruise - Train

Breakfast on board. Disembarkation.
Visit to the east Bank of Luxor the great temples of Karnak and Luxor.

Optional: Hot Balloon: Should you want to make your stay in Luxor an unforgettable. Drifting peacefully over the Valley of King, Valley of the Queens and the Mountain on the Nobles.
The flight is approximately 30:45 minutes depend on the weather.

Evening Transfer to the Train Station to take your train to Cairo. Dinner on the train. Overnight in train.

Note: We don’t recommend it, it takes 15 to 18 hours. We recommend that you upgrade and take a domestic flight which allows you to travel in comfort and gives you an extra night in a 5 star hotel.


Day 7: Cairo

Breakfast in train. Arrival to Cairo & transfer to the hotel.
Free day - optional activities:
Alexandria Day Trip
Castle of Salah El Dien , Mohamed Aly Mosque & Old Cairo Tour
Sound & Light show in the Pyramids area.
Overnight stay in Cairo.


Day 8: Cairo- Departure

Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.


Includes:

2 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis
3 Nights on Cruise board (Aswan & Luxor) full board (Sightseeing are included)
2 Nights train on Half Board basis
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting the Egyptian Museum, Great Pyramids, Sphinx
Expert tour guide
All your visits include entrance fees
Our prices include all taxes and services


Excludes:

Visa Entry for Egypt (We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request)
International Flights
Personal items
Tipping
Any other items not mentioned
Any Optional tours

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Everyday

Accommodation Options

Hotel ratings in Egypt differ from USA/Europe. We always recommend our Luxury or Ultimate Luxury options for international-standard comfort.

Plan A
5-Star Hotels
★★★★★

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Plan B
Luxury Hotels ⭐ Recommended
★★★★★+

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Trip Notes

Children Policy
0-2 years: Free of charge (unless flights included). 2-6 years: 25% of tour price. 6-12 years: 50% of tour price. 12+: Full adult price.
Payment Policy
We accept Visa, MasterCard, CIB bank transfer, wire transfer & Bitcoin. Tour prices are in USD but can be paid in Euro or GBP.
Visa Service
We provide visa upon arrival service. Skip queues and have your visa prepared by our rep. Valid if you hold a Schengen, USA, or UK visa.
High Season Dates
Christmas: Dec 15 – Jan 7. Easter: Mar 20 – Apr 20. School Midterm: Oct 20–31. Check-in 14:00, Check-out 12:00.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travel insurance. AIG Travel Guard available: 1 week ($25/person), over 1 week ($50/person).
Cruise Schedule
Sailing times may vary due to Nile conditions. All sights will still be covered, possibly in a different order. Domestic flight timings are approximate.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Everything you need to know about 8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise by Train before you travel. Custom questions? Our Egyptologists are online 24/7.

Q1 Is 8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise by Train a private tour?
Yes, all Ramasside Tours packages are 100% private. You will have a dedicated private Egyptologist tour guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for your group.
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