10-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo & Luxor by Overnight Train, with Red Sea Stay
Tour Overview
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This 10-day Egypt tour explores Cairo, Luxor, and Hurghada with 5-star hotels, an overnight sleeper train, guided sightseeing, private transfers, and visits to iconic pyramids, ancient temples, royal tombs, and the Red Sea coastline.
Experience Egypt through a journey that combines world-famous archaeological sites with time to relax on the Red Sea coast. Begin in Cairo with visits to Saqqara, the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, Islamic Cairo, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar before traveling by overnight sleeper train to Luxor. Explore monumental temples including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Medinet Habu Temple with an English-speaking guide. The itinerary concludes with a stay in Hurghada, where leisure time complements Egypt's rich historical and cultural experiences.
Tour Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Destinations: Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada, Red Sea
Guide Language: English (licensed guide)
Group Type: Small Group
Group Size: Up to 35 guests. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Accommodation: 3 nights at a 5-star hotel in Cairo, 1 night at a 5-star hotel in Luxor, 2 nights at a 5-star hotel in Hurghada, and 1 overnight sleeper train
Meals: Daily breakfast, selected lunches and dinners, overnight train breakfast and dinner, and full-board stay in Hurghada with soft drinks
Flights: Available upon request
Starting Price: €1,390 per person
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date
Physical Difficulty: Moderate
Season: Available all year round
Recommended For: First-time visitors to Egypt, history enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a comprehensive multi-city itinerary
Highlights
Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Giza Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx, three of Egypt's most celebrated ancient landmarks.
Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Medinet Habu Temple.
Discover the Grand Egyptian Museum alongside Coptic Cairo, the Citadel of Saladin, Mohammed Ali Mosque, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Experience an overnight sleeper train journey from Cairo to Luxor, offering a classic way to travel through Upper Egypt.
Relax on the beaches of Hurghada with free time to enjoy the Red Sea's clear waters and coral reef environment.
Itinerary
Your journey begins in Egypt’s capital Cairo. After landing, meet our representative and enjoy a smooth private transfer to your hotel.
This day is designed for rest and adjustment before your 10-day Egypt tour Cairo Luxor Red Sea itinerary begins.
After breakfast, the adventure starts with a visit to Saqqara Step Pyramid, the earliest stone monument in human history.
Continue to the world-famous Giza Plateau, where you will see the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Optional experiences such as pyramid entry or camel riding are available.
In the evening, travel to Giza station and board the overnight sleeper train heading to Luxor.
Arrive in Luxor and check in to your hotel near the Nile.
Later, explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to ancient gods and one of the largest religious sites ever built. Continue with a visit to the stunning Luxor Temple, especially impressive in the evening lighting.
Optional Hot Air Balloon, a bird’s eye view over the two banks of the River Nile in historical Thebes (Luxor).
Then explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to royal tombs of the pharaohs. Continue to the architectural masterpiece Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, followed by Medinet Habu Temple.
A visit to a traditional alabaster workshop completes the day.
Travel from Luxor to the coastal city of Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.
Check in to your beach resort and enjoy the beginning of your seaside relaxation phase. This area is famous for coral reefs and crystal-clear waters.
A full free day in Hurghada. Relax on the beach or join optional snorkeling and diving trips to explore the coral reefs of the Red Sea.
Another relaxing day by the sea. Hotel-arranged activities such as boat trips or water sports are available upon request.
After breakfast, drive back to Cairo. Arrival and check-in at your hotel for overnight stay.
Start the day at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to priceless ancient collections.
Continue to Coptic Cairo, visiting the Hanging Church and St. Sergius Church. Then explore Islamic Cairo, including the Citadel of Saladin and Mohammed Ali Mosque.
End the day at the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Final breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight time, enjoy some leisure before your transfer to Cairo Airport.
End of your carefully designed 10-day Egypt travel package Cairo Luxor Red Sea experience.
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Additional Notes
- Combines Egypt's most important archaeological attractions with a Red Sea beach holiday.
- Includes guided sightseeing led by an English-speaking licensed guide.
- Features private airport transfers and private air-conditioned ground transportation.
- Balances cultural exploration with leisure days for a relaxed travel pace.
- Offers a classic overnight sleeper train experience between Cairo and Luxor.
- Upgrade to premium hotel room categories where available.
- Add an optional hot air balloon flight over Luxor.
- Arrange additional nights in Hurghada before departure.
- Include private sightseeing extensions before or after the tour.
- Personalize your itinerary with private airport transfer upgrades.
- Visit outdoor archaeological sites early in the morning for cooler temperatures and better photography.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as many ancient sites feature uneven stone surfaces.
- Dress modestly when visiting churches and mosques in Cairo.
- Carry sun protection and water throughout sightseeing excursions.
- Keep small cash denominations for personal purchases in local markets such as Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Visa and entry requirements for Egypt vary depending on your nationality. Before traveling, we recommend that all guests check the latest visa regulations and passport validity requirements applicable to their country of residence. Egypt offers several entry options, including visa-free access for selected nationalities, visa on arrival at major airports, and an electronic visa (e-Visa) system for eligible travelers. Your passport should generally be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and contain sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Once your booking is confirmed, our travel specialists will be happy to provide up-to-date visa guidance and entry information to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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- Accepted Cards: For your security, we accept VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards only. Please note that debit cards, prepaid cards, or other payment cards are not supported by our secure payment gateway.
Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is the overnight sleeper train included?
Yes. One overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor, including breakfast and dinner, is included.
Are domestic flights included?
No. Domestic flights are not listed in the included services. Flights: Available upon request.
What accommodation is included?
The tour includes 3 nights in a 5-star hotel in Cairo, 1 night in a 5-star hotel in Luxor, 2 nights in a 5-star hotel in Hurghada, and 1 overnight sleeper train.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes. Entrance fees for all sightseeing locations mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Is the hot air balloon ride included?
No. The hot air balloon experience in Luxor is optional and not included.
What meals are included?
The package includes daily breakfasts, selected lunches and dinners, breakfast and dinner on the sleeper train, and full-board accommodation with soft drinks during the Hurghada stay.
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors to Egypt?
Yes. The itinerary combines Egypt's major historical attractions with leisure time on the Red Sea, making it suitable for first-time visitors.
What is the physical difficulty level?
The tour is rated as Moderate, with walking required at archaeological sites, museums, and historical landmarks.
