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Cairo to Abu Simbel Tour

Cairo to Abu Simbel Tour

Egypt

Price per person

$1205.00

Duration

8 days

Max People

50

Tour Type

Private

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Overview

Cairo to Abu Simbel Tour

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Egypt on this 8-day Cairo to Abu Simbel tour. Your journey begins in Cairo, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world. From there, you'll board a sleeper train and travel overnight through Egypt’s golden desert landscapes. The adventure continues in Luxor, Aswan, and finally Abu Simbel, where you'll discover some of the country's most remarkable ancient temples and ruins. Before heading home, you'll return to Cairo to explore significant Islamic and Christian heritage sites, blending Egypt’s ancient past with its spiritual present.

Note:

  • Egyptian trains are designed and maintained according to standards of quality determined by the Egyptian Railway Authority.
  • The sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan takes about 14 hours, and the journey from Luxor to Cairo takes about 11 hours.
  • To reduce your travel time, you can upgrade your trip package for about $295 per person to travel by domestic flight instead (about 1.5 hours).

Included

  • Airport pickup/dropoff and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo, including daily breakfast
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Luxor, including daily breakfast
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Aswan, for including daily breakfast
  • Accommodation for 2 nights on sleeper train (half board basis)
  • Private sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
  • Sightseeing tour to Abu Simbel Sharing our group in air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees to all sites specified on the itinerary
  • All meals specified on itinerary
  • Bottled water during outings outside of hotel or cruise ship
  • Portage as needed
  • All service charges and taxes

Excluded

  • International airfare.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Personal spending.
  • Tipping.

Tour Plan

Day 1: Welcome to Cairo

  • Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where your tour manager will greet and assist you.
  • Transfer to your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Get checked in smoothly and review your itinerary and tour schedule.
  • Overnight in Cairo
  • Included: Welcome drink

Day 2: Pyramids, Museum & Sleeper Train to Luxor

  • After breakfast, head to the Giza Plateau to explore the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.
  • Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant.
  • Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with limited access to galleries and gardens.
  • In the evening, transfer to Giza Railway Station and board the overnight sleeper train to Luxor.
  • Overnight on the train
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Visits: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum

Day 3: Explore the Treasures of Luxor

  • Arrive in Luxor and begin exploring ancient wonders on the West Bank.
  • Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
  • Head to the East Bank to tour Luxor Temple and the massive Karnak Temple complex.
  • Return to your hotel for the evening.
  • Overnight in Luxor
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Visits: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple

Day 4: Drive to Aswan & Discover Ancient Temples

  • After breakfast, drive to Aswan (approx. 5 hours).
  • Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and start your sightseeing.
  • Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries and the stunning Philae Temple on Isis Island.
  • Overnight in Aswan
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Visits: Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple

Day 5: Visit Abu Simbel & Return to Cairo

  • Begin early with a breakfast box and depart for a group tour to Abu Simbel (about 3.5 hours each way).
  • Explore the impressive twin temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, relocated in 1968 to save them from flooding.
  • Return to Aswan and board the overnight sleeper train back to Cairo.
  • Overnight on the train
  • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  • Visits: Abu Simbel Temples

Day 6: Free Day in Cairo or Optional Sakkara & Memphis Tour

  • Arrive back in Cairo and check into your hotel.
  • Enjoy a free day at your leisure or opt to visit Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid and explore Memphis, Egypt's ancient capital.
  • Overnight in Cairo
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Visits: Free day or optional tour to Sakkara and Memphis

Day 7: Optional Day Trip to Alexandria

  • Spend the day at your own pace or take an optional tour to Alexandria.
  • Visit historic sites like Qaitbay Fort, the modern Library of Alexandria, and the ancient Roman Catacombs.
  • Return to Cairo in the evening.
  • Overnight in Cairo
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Visits: Free day or optional Alexandria tour (Qaitbay Fort, Library of Alexandria, Catacombs)

Day 8: Farewell Egypt

  • After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
  • Meals: Breakfast

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