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Private Day Trip to Cairo from Luxor by Train

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Private Day Trip to Cairo from Luxor by Train

About this activity

Experience the allure and ancient marvels of Cairo with our exclusive private day trip from Luxor by train. Enjoy an Indiana Jones-esque adventure right in the heart of Egypt. Our trip includes a visit to the famed Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at the imposing stature of this architectural masterpiece, while exploring its intricate labyrinth.

Next, the journey will take you to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, home to more than 120,000 items of ancient Egyptian antiquities. Be enthralled by the mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewelry, and of course King Tutankhamen's treasures.

Cap off your expedition at the historic Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar. Lose yourself amidst its colorful souks, haggling for spices, jewelry, souvenirs and traditional crafts. Discover the stories this vibrant marketplace has to tell.

Note : To confirm your booking will need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process

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At a glance

Duration
28 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Arabic, German, English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by
Camel Ride at Giza Pyramids

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
  • Included: All taxes & service charge
  • Included: Tour Guide
  • Included: Pick up services from hotel in Luxor & return
  • Included: bottled water

Not included

  • Not included: Any extras not mentioned in the program
  • Not included: Tipping
  • Not included: VIP Train or Sleeping Train ticket Luxor / Cairo / Luxor (Optionally)

Itinerary

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza

    3 hours Admission included

    Arrival Giza Station by 7:00 am meet & assist by our Expert tour guide who will be waiting for you on the platform with a sign of your name then start your day Tour Visiting Giza Pyramids The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus.

    Then Followed by a visit to the Valley Temple. the Temple where the Highest Priests Mummified the dead body of king Chephren & made his final judgment for his heart, it also the same place where you can get Closer to The Great Sphinx where you can take your Memorable Professional Pictures that will be taken and assisted by our Expert Tour guide, The Sphinx as known the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren the owner of the second pyramid at Giza Platue

    After spending your 3 hours visit to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Stop for lunch included at local restaurant in Giza

  2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu

    one hour Admission not included

    Khufu's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated.

  3. Pyramid Complex of Khafre

    30 min Admission not included

    Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860

  4. Pyramid of Menkaure

    30 min Admission not included

    Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple

  5. Great Sphinx

    30 min Admission not included

    The Great Sphinx of Giza, commonly referred to as the Sphinx of Giza or just the Sphinx, is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature.[1] Facing directly from west to east, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt.

  6. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

    3 hours Admission included

    Then you continue your day tour to The Egyptian Museum, also known as the Old Egyptian Museum, is located in Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo. This is the historic museum that has been open since 1902

    The museum contains more than 120,000 original artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization, including the famous treasures of King Tutankhamun, royal mummies, statues, sarcophagi, papyri, and ancient tools. Its classic pink building and traditional gallery layout make it a landmark of Egyptian history and archaeology.

  7. Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

    2 hours Admission included

    continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan Kalili Bazaar, Cairo’s oldest bazaar. Finally around 19:00 pm you will be transferred Back to Giza train Station for your 10 hours Train Journey back to Luxor.

    Arrival Luxor train station meet and assist by our Local Representative and transfer to your hotel in Luxor.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Edfo

  • Luxor

End point

  • Edfo

  • Luxor

Pickup points

  • Pavillon Winter Luxor
  • Mara House Luxor
  • S S Luxor Hotel
  • El Nakhil Hotel
  • Temple Hotel by Voyage Luxor
  • Eljuneina Villas
  • Luxor Wellness
  • El Bawaba Lodge and Luxury Retreat
  • Royal House Hotel
  • Sirius Palace
  • Bedouin Lodge luxor

and 138 more pickup points

As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • VIP Train

    TOP VIP Train

    Pickup included

  • Sleeping Train

    Sleeping Train

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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