7 Days Trip to Egypt: Exploring Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor by Train
Embarking on a 7-day adventure through Egypt offers an unforgettable journey through ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. Traveling by train between Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor provides a comfortable and scenic way to experience the country’s diverse sights. This guide outlines an ideal itinerary for exploring Egypt’s highlights, blending archaeological wonders with modern city life, all while enjoying the convenience of train travel.
Your Egyptian adventure begins in Cairo, the bustling capital city. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel and prepare for a day filled with history and culture. Start your exploration with the Egyptian Museum, home to a vast collection of artifacts from Pharaonic Egypt, including Tutankhamun’s treasures. In the evening, visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a lively market where you can shop for souvenirs, spices, and traditional crafts.
Tip: Book your tickets to the museum in advance to avoid long queues and consider hiring a guide to enrich your understanding of Egypt’s history.
No trip to Egypt is complete without witnessing the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Arrange a morning tour to explore these monumental structures, marveling at the engineering marvels of ancient Egypt. Consider riding a camel around the pyramids for a truly memorable experience.
In the afternoon, visit the Solar Boat Museum to see the ancient boat that once transported the pharaoh’s soul. Return to Cairo for an overnight stay, soaking in the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
Board a morning train from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city, renowned for its Mediterranean charm, historic sites, and seaside ambiance. The train journey takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, offering scenic views of the Egyptian countryside.
Upon arrival, explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern marvel resembling the ancient Library of Alexandria. Then, visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a fortress built on the site of the ancient lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Stroll along the Corniche, enjoying fresh seafood and seaside views.
Tip: Check train schedules in advance and consider booking first-class tickets for a comfortable journey.
Spend your day exploring Alexandria’s rich history and vibrant culture. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre, the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, and the Montazah Palace Gardens for a relaxing afternoon. Don’t miss the Pompey’s Pillar, a Roman triumphal column that stands as a testament to Alexandria’s historical significance.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at a seaside restaurant, sampling local seafood specialties.
From Alexandria, take a train back to Cairo and then board an overnight train to Luxor. The train journey from Cairo to Luxor takes about 10-12 hours; many travelers opt for an overnight sleeper train to maximize sightseeing time.
Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum, is packed with ancient temples, tombs, and monuments. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and rest for the upcoming explorations.
Dedicate your day to exploring Luxor’s archaeological treasures. Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, an awe-inspiring site with massive columns and intricate hieroglyphics. Then, head to the Luxor Temple, a stunning example of Egyptian grandeur.
In the afternoon, explore the Valley of the Kings, where tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun are located. Nearby, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Tip: Hiring a knowledgeable Egyptologist guide can greatly enhance your understanding of these ancient sites.
From Luxor, take a morning train back to Cairo, which takes approximately 10 hours. Alternatively, if time permits, consider a flight from Luxor to Cairo for a quicker return. Spend your final hours shopping for souvenirs or visiting any missed sites before departing.
Traveling by train in Egypt offers a scenic, economical, and comfortable way to explore the country’s diverse regions. The Egyptian railway network connects major cities, allowing travelers to experience local life and enjoy picturesque landscapes. Booking train tickets in advance, especially for overnight journeys, ensures a smooth travel experience.
A 7-day trip to Egypt exploring Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor by train offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic travel. From the awe-inspiring pyramids and ancient temples to vibrant cities and seaside charm, this itinerary provides a comprehensive experience of Egypt’s timeless allure. Embark on this adventure to uncover the mysteries of one of the world’s most iconic civilizations.
Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you
In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately
Optional Tour:
2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo
Sound and Light show if available
Overnight in Cairo
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the ever-famous Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from different period of Egyptian history. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artifacts are presented.
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.
After lunch, you will move on to Coptic Cairo to visit Babylon Fortress and the Hanging Church, Church of St. Barbara, Church of St. Sergius and Ben Ezra synagogue.
Enrich you tour with a visit to Amr Ibn El-Aas Mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt. Later, you will be transferred to the Giza train station to catch the sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board.
Enjoy breakfast at the Train before. Upon arrival at Luxor, you will be met by our representative, then have a blissful day tour. starting with a visit to the famous Karnak Temple the largest place of worship that was ever built. Its ancient name Ipet-isut means “the most sacred of places.” The temple, or, more correctly, the complex of temples, was built more than two thousand years ago by generation after generation of pharaohs. Within the complex, the great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars.
Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting the Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon.
Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor.
then you will be visiting the West Bank of the river Nile to visit the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Colossi of Memnon), and then you will visit the Valley of the Kings, where lies the most magnificent tombs. 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.
Later on, you will visit Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple at Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh rises out of the desert plain in a series of elevated terraces. Then you will have the chance to enjoy some Free time at leisure in Luxor for shopping in the evening, you. Later, you’ll head to the Luxor train station to catch the sleeper train back to Cairo. Dinner will be served on board the train.
Enjoy breakfast at the Train before, you will be escorted by your private guide to Egyptian Civilization, located near Old Cairo, at the archaeological site of Fustat which was the Egyptian capital about 1400 years ago, also known as the NEMEC Museum and overlooks Lake Ain Al-Sira. And very close to most of the Islamic and Coptic monuments in Cairo, it also displays collectibles from the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, Islamic and modern civilizations. The main exhibition hall displays the four main crafts that shaped the Egyptian civilization: pottery, wood, textiles and ornaments, and you can see there The oldest artificial finger worldwide, the skeleton of a man dating back 30,000 years, the Kiswa of the Kaaba which was last made in Egypt during the era of President Nasser and the Mahmal which carried the covering from Egypt to Saudi Arabia every year. In a large presentation, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is considered the first museum in the world that presents a comprehensive view of Egyptian civilization throughout history, from prehistoric times to modern history. A large part of the museum is the hall where the mummies are now displayed, not only that, wander the royal mummies hall, and see the golden sarcophagi and the remains of the pharaohs of the past. Find out more about famous rulers such as King Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.
After lunch, you will move on to visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din, where you will see the view of all Cairo, as you will visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Egypt over 45 years & it is built in Baruk style.
If there is enough time, you will take a walk in Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the most Historically famous and oldest Market in the Middle East. Back to your hotel
Enjoy your Alexandria Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (Light House) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally, you will drive back to Cairo.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.
If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport
Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1600 $ |
| Twin Room | 1225 $ |
| Triple Room | 1125 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1175 $ |
| Twin Room | 860 $ |
| Triple Room | 800 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1475 $ |
| Twin Room | 1050 $ |
| Triple Room | 1000 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1000 $ |
| Twin Room | 760 $ |
| Triple Room | 600 $ |
Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.
Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.
In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit
7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.
We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.
Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.
Full payment forfeiture in case of no show
All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.
Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.
After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.
