3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train

3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train

Overview

Experience ancient Egypt in comfort on the 3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train, combining overnight rail travel with guided sightseeing in Luxor. Over three days, explore iconic temples and royal tombs with an Egyptologist, then return to Cairo by sleeper train.

🗺️ What to Expect

This journey blends the romance of overnight rail with two full days of discovery in Luxor. You will travel from Cairo to Luxor by sleeper train, arrive ready for a deep dive into the East Bank temples, then cross to the West Bank for legendary tombs and monumental memorials. On your final day, head north to Dendera for the Temple of Hathor, then continue to Medinet Habu before boarding your sleeper train back to Cairo.

✨ Highlights

• 🏛️ Explore the vast columns and sacred precincts of Karnak Temple, the largest place of worship ever built.
• 🌙 Enjoy overnight rail travel with included meals on the sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and back.
• 🧭 Visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II for rituals and festivals.
• 🗿 Stand before the Colossi of Memnon, the colossal statues of Amenhotep III.
• ⛰️ Discover the Valley of the Kings and enter 3 richly decorated royal tombs.
• 👑 See the terraced masterpiece of Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahary.
• 🌸 Travel to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, goddess of love and joy, then continue to Medinet Habu.

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, 7:00 pm, Cairo pickup and sleeper train to Luxor
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo at 7:00 pm by air-conditioned modern vehicle to Cairo or Giza train station. Board the sleeper train to Luxor, the journey takes about 9 hours, including dinner and breakfast.

Meals: Dinner, Breakfast

Day 2, Luxor sightseeing
Arrive in Luxor and meet your own Egyptologist tour guide. Start with Karnak Temple, built over more than two thousand years, including the remarkable Hypostyle Hall. Enjoy lunch at a quality restaurant, then visit Luxor Temple, dedicated to the god Amun. Continue to the West Bank to see the Colossi of Memnon, then explore the Valley of the Kings and visit 3 tombs. Finish with the impressive Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahary. Lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel accommodation in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 3, Dendera and Medinet Habu, then sleeper train back to Cairo
Pickup from your hotel to discover more ancient sites. Drive 80 km to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor. Then visit the mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu, an important West Bank structure known for its inscribed reliefs. Return to Luxor train station to take your sleeper train to Cairo or Giza train station, including dinner and breakfast. On arrival, drive back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, plus sleeper train Dinner and Breakfast

✅ What’s Included

• Hotel pickup in Cairo at 7:00 pm and transfer to Cairo or Giza train station by air-conditioned modern vehicle
• Sleeper train Cairo to Luxor, approximately 9 hours
• Sleeper train Luxor to Cairo or Giza train station
• Meals on the sleeper train, dinner and breakfast
• Egyptologist tour guide in Luxor
• Lunch at a quality restaurant during Day 2
• Hotel transfer in Luxor after Day 2 touring
• Day 3 hotel pickup in Luxor and touring to Dendera and Medinet Habu
• Meals during touring as listed in the itinerary
• Return transfer from Cairo or Giza train station to your hotel after arrival

❌ Exclusions

• Any items or services not mentioned in the itinerary or in the included section

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 3 days
• Difficulty: EASY
• Meeting point and time: Cairo hotel pickup at 7:00 pm for transfer to Cairo or Giza train station on Day 1
• Train travel: Overnight sleeper train each way, Cairo to Luxor is about 9 hours
• Touring style: Guided sightseeing in Luxor with your own Egyptologist tour guide
• What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes and essentials for a full day of temple and tomb visits
• Meals: As stated in the itinerary, including sleeper train dinner and breakfast
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source content

🎟️ Secure Your Luxor Journey by Rail

If you want a classic Egypt route with a comfortable overnight ride, this Luxor tour from Cairo is designed for easy travel and big sights. Book your 3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train now and look forward to temples, tombs, and unforgettable Nile-side history with an expert guide.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the tour?
The tour duration is 3 days. It includes overnight sleeper train travel from Cairo to Luxor and back.

2) What time is pickup in Cairo on Day 1?
Pickup is at 7:00 pm from your hotel in Cairo. You will be transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo or Giza train station.

3) What sites are visited on Day 2 in Luxor?
Day 2 includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings with 3 tombs, and Hatshepsut Temple on the West Bank. Lunch is included during the touring day.

4) Does the 3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train include meals?
Yes, meals are included as listed in the itinerary. This includes dinner and breakfast on the sleeper train, plus touring meals such as lunch, and additional meals noted for each day.

5) Is the 3 nights 2 days Tour to Luxor from Cairo by Sleeper Train suitable for beginners?
Yes, the difficulty is rated EASY. The trip is organized with transfers, guided touring, and scheduled meals to keep the experience comfortable.