9-Day Nile Adventure Tour with Sleeper Train to Aswan from Cairo

Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you and assist you with the arrival procedures.

Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo and complete check-in.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Depending on your arrival time, an optional Nile dinner cruise can be arranged.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Welcome drink

Day 2 – Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Begin your Cairo sightseeing tour with a visit to the legendary Pyramids of Giza. Explore the Great Pyramid of Cheops, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure.

Continue to the Great Sphinx and learn about the fascinating history and mysteries of ancient Egypt with your professional Egyptologist guide.

Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant.

Continue to the Egyptian Museum, home to an impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and treasures.

Return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3 – Old Cairo, Citadel & Sleeper Train to Aswan

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Start your day exploring Coptic Cairo, including some of the area's historic churches and religious landmarks.

Continue to the Citadel of Saladin and visit the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali, enjoying panoramic views over Cairo.

Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of Cairo's most famous traditional markets. Enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs, handicrafts, spices, and local products.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Later in the evening, transfer to the railway station and board the overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan.

Settle into your private sleeper cabin and enjoy the unique experience of traveling through Egypt overnight.

Overnight: Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4 – Arrival in Aswan, High Dam & Philae Temple

Arrive in Aswan in the morning.

Meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel.

After breakfast or a short rest, begin your Aswan sightseeing tour.

Visit the impressive High Dam, an important landmark in modern Egyptian history.

Continue by boat to Philae Temple, beautifully situated on an island in the Nile and dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, relax at your hotel or explore Aswan at your own pace.

Optional activities include a Nubian village visit or a traditional felucca sailing trip.

Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 5 – Aswan & Optional Abu Simbel

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Today is available for further exploration of Aswan or an optional early-morning excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples.

The Abu Simbel complex features two monumental temples built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II and is one of Egypt's most spectacular archaeological sites.

Return to Aswan after the excursion and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – Aswan to Luxor – Nile Valley Journey

Enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel.

Travel from Aswan to Luxor, following the Nile Valley and enjoying views of villages, farmland, palm trees, and desert landscapes.

Depending on the selected transportation, the journey can be arranged by private vehicle or other available transportation.

Upon arrival in Luxor, check in to your hotel.

Enjoy the evening at leisure or choose an optional Luxor Sound and Light Show.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Luxor East Bank – Karnak & Luxor Temples

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Begin your Luxor sightseeing tour with a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in ancient Egypt.

Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor and beautifully illuminated in the evening.

Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant.

Spend the remainder of the day relaxing or exploring Luxor's local markets.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 8 – Luxor West Bank & Return to Cairo

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Explore the West Bank of Luxor, beginning with the famous Valley of the Kings, where ancient Egyptian pharaohs were buried in decorated rock-cut tombs.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built for one of ancient Egypt's most important female rulers.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that have stood on the West Bank for thousands of years.

Enjoy lunch before transferring to Luxor Airport or the railway station for your journey back to Cairo, depending on the selected transportation.

Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 9 – Cairo Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel and check out.

Depending on your international flight schedule, you may have free time for shopping or an optional additional Cairo experience.

At the appropriate time, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Your 9-Day Nile Adventure Tour with Sleeper Train to Aswan from Cairo ends with unforgettable memories of Egypt's ancient monuments, Nile Valley landscapes, and unique railway adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Important Note

The exact sleeper train departure and arrival times are subject to the railway operating schedule. Abu Simbel, Nubian village visits, felucca rides, and other optional excursions can be added according to your interests.

The itinerary can be customized according to your travel dates, hotel category, transportation preferences, and sightseeing interests.
 

What's Included

• Meet and greet service at Cairo International Airport

• Airport pickup and drop-off

• 4 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo with breakfast

• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Aswan with breakfast

• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Luxor with breakfast

• Overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers and sightseeing

• Private transportation for the Aswan to Luxor journey

• Private guided sightseeing tours

• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide

• Entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary

• Visit to the Pyramids of Giza

• Visit to the Great Sphinx

• Visit to the Egyptian Museum

• Visit to Coptic Cairo

• Visit to the Citadel of Saladin

• Visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali

• Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar

• Visit to the High Dam in Aswan

• Visit to Philae Temple

• Visit to Karnak Temple

• Visit to Luxor Temple

• Visit to the Valley of the Kings

• Visit to Temple of Hatshepsut

• Visit to the Colossi of Memnon

• Meals as specified in the itinerary

• Bottled water during sightseeing and transfers

• Local assistance throughout the tour

• All applicable service charges and taxes

What's Excluded

• International flights

• Egypt entry visa

• Domestic flights

• Entrance fees to additional attractions not mentioned in the itinerary

• Abu Simbel excursion, unless specifically included in your booking

• Optional Nubian village visit

• Optional felucca ride

• Optional Nile dinner cruise

• Optional Luxor Sound and Light Show

• Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

• Personal expenses

• Shopping and souvenirs

• Tipping for guides, drivers, and other service providers

• Travel insurance

• Laundry and telephone calls

• Any services or activities not specifically mentioned in the confirmed itinerary

Important Note

Sleeper train accommodation is subject to train availability and railway operating schedules. The exact train departure time, cabin arrangement, and meal service will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Optional excursions such as Abu Simbel, Nubian villages, and felucca sailing can be added to your package upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions – 9-Day Nile Adventure Tour with Sleeper Train

1. What is included in the 9-Day Nile Adventure Tour with Sleeper Train?

The tour includes Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor hotel accommodation, an overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan, private transportation, professional Egyptologist guides, entrance fees to the included attractions, selected meals, and airport transfers.

2. Does this Egypt tour include a sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan?

Yes. The itinerary includes an overnight sleeper train journey from Cairo to Aswan, offering travelers a unique way to travel through Egypt's Nile Valley.

3. How long is the Cairo to Aswan sleeper train journey?

The journey is overnight, allowing you to travel while sleeping in your private cabin and arrive in Aswan the following morning. Exact departure and arrival times depend on the railway schedule.

4. What will I visit in Cairo during this 9-day Egypt tour?

You will visit the Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

5. Does the tour include the Pyramids of Giza?

Yes. The Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx are included in the Cairo sightseeing program.

6. What attractions are included in Aswan?

The Aswan itinerary includes the High Dam and Philae Temple. Optional excursions to Abu Simbel, a Nubian village, and a felucca ride can also be arranged.

7. Does the 9-day tour include Luxor?

Yes. The itinerary includes both Luxor East Bank and West Bank, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

8. Can I visit Abu Simbel during this Egypt tour?

Yes. An Abu Simbel excursion from Aswan can be added as an optional activity. It is not included in the standard package unless specifically stated.

9. Does this package include a Nile cruise?

The standard itinerary is a Nile adventure tour by sleeper train and road transportation, rather than a traditional multi-night Nile cruise. A Nile cruise can be added by customizing or extending the itinerary.

10. Is this a private Egypt tour?

Yes. The sightseeing and transportation can be arranged as a private Egypt tour, with a dedicated guide and private vehicle.

11. Is the sleeper train comfortable for tourists?

The sleeper train provides private sleeping cabins and is designed for overnight travel. Facilities and cabin arrangements can vary, so the exact configuration will be confirmed with your booking.

12. Is the sleeper train suitable for families?

Yes. Families can use sleeper train cabins, subject to availability and railway policies. Private cabins can provide a convenient way for families to travel overnight.

13. Can I customize the 9-day Egypt itinerary?

Yes. You can customize the hotels, transportation, sightseeing, optional excursions, and travel dates according to your preferences.

14. Can I replace the sleeper train with a domestic flight?

Yes. If you prefer to save travel time, the sleeper train can be replaced with a domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan, subject to availability and itinerary adjustments.

15. What is the best time for this 9-day Egypt tour?

The cooler months from October to April are generally the most comfortable for sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Egypt can be visited throughout the year.

16. How many nights are included in the 9-day Egypt tour?

The standard itinerary includes 4 nights in Cairo, 2 nights in Aswan, 2 nights in Luxor, and 1 overnight sleeper train, providing 8 nights for the 9-day journey.

17. Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

Yes. Entrance fees to the attractions specifically listed in the confirmed itinerary are included. Additional attractions may require extra fees.

18. Are meals included in the package?

Breakfast is included at the hotels, while lunch is included on the sightseeing days specified in the itinerary. Additional meals and drinks are not included unless stated.

19. Is the Egypt visa included?

The Egypt entry visa is generally not included unless specifically stated in your booking. Visa requirements vary according to nationality.

20. How much does the 9-Day Nile Adventure Tour cost?

The price depends on travel dates, number of travelers, hotel category, sleeper train cabin availability, transportation, and optional excursions. Contact Let's Explore Egypt for a personalized quotation.

21. Can I add a Nile cruise to this tour?

Yes. You can add a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan by modifying the itinerary or extending your stay.

22. Can I add Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh?

Yes. You can extend your Egypt vacation with additional nights in Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh for a Red Sea beach experience.

23. Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors to Egypt?

Yes. The itinerary covers many of Egypt's most important attractions and is a good option for first-time visitors who want to experience Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor.

24. Can couples and honeymooners take this sleeper train tour?

Yes. Couples can enjoy this itinerary, and private sleeper cabins and upgraded hotels can be requested according to availability.

25. How do I book the 9-Day Nile Adventure Tour?

Send us your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred hotel category, sleeper train preference, and any optional activities you would like to add. Let's Explore Egypt will prepare a customized quotation for your trip.