Whispers of the Nile: A Journey Through Timeless Egypt , Luxor and Aswan by train
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Upper Egypt, where history whispers through the stones and the Nile
Duration
8 days
Max People
60
Min Age
6+
Pickup
Airpot
Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Upper Egypt, where history whispers through the stones and the Nile flows with the stories of ancient kings and queens.
This immersive 7-day experience is designed for curious travelers who crave a deeper connection to Egypt’s timeless soul. From the grandeur of Luxor’s temples to the serenity of Aswan’s islands, you’ll explore iconic landmarks and discover hidden gems that few ever witness.
Enjoy peaceful felucca rides, authentic Nubian culture, local cuisine, and mesmerizing sunsets — all wrapped in unmatched hospitality and comfort.
Included/Excluded
- Meet and greet service by our representatives upon your airport arrival
- Assistance with guest relations during your stay
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Cairo including bed and breakfast
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5-star superior Nile cruise ship, full board
- Accommodation for 2 nights on sleeper train, half board
- Free Wifi is included onboard the cruise
- Re-fill minbar with minral water and soft drink is included in the offer
- Private sightseeing tours in Cairo (listed on itinerary)
- Sightseeing tours on the cruise shared with a Memphis Tours group
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on the itinerary
- All meals mentioned on the itinerary
- Local English speaking tour guide.
- Bottled water during outings outside of hotel or cruise ship
- Portage as needed
- All service charges and taxes
- International airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Any optional tours
- Personal spending
- Tipping
Tour Plan
Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (arrival procedures) and will then escort you to your hotel in Cairo in an air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, your tour manager will assist you with a smooth check-in and review your budget vacation itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.
Overnight in Cairo.
Overnight accommodations inside your compartment on the train.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
Upon your arrival at the Aswan train station, you will be met and assisted by a Memphis Tours representative, who will then transfer you to your Nile cruise ship. Enjoy lunch on board, after which you will be guided to visit the majestic Philae temple of devotion to the two goddesses Isis and Hathor, and the massive Unfinished Obelisk, still resting on its side in the stone quarries of ancient Egypt. Then, back to the cruise ship with dinner on board.
Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.
After breakfast on board, you’ll sail to Kom Ombo, where you’ll encounter the twin Temple of Kom Ombo, where you’ll learn about the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, whose monuments decorate each half of the temple. You’ll have your lunch back on board the ship and sail on to Edfu and have a dinner on board as well.
Overnight aboard your cruise in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast on board your Nile cruise ship, you will visit Horus Temple in Edfu before sailing to Luxor with lunch on board the ship. You will be transferred back to the Nile cruise ship for dinner and Belly dance show on board.
Overnight aboard your cruise in Luxor.
In the early morning, enjoy a relaxed breakfast on board. Disembarkation after breakfast and enjoy a wonderful tour to visit East Bank of the Nile in Luxor to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple followed by a visit to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Later, you’ll head to the Luxor train station to catch the sleeper train back to Cairo. Dinner will be served on board the train.
Overnight in your private compartment on the train.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Breakfast aboard the sleeper train before arriving at the Giza train station, where you will be met and assisted by a Memphis Tours representative who will transfer you to your hotel for some leisure time (you will check into your room as early as possible). There are some optional excursions available in Cairo: you may wish to visit the Step Pyramid of King Zoser in Sakkara and Memphis.
Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, with some free time before your flight. After check out, you’ll be escorted to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
| Min - Max (Persons) | Adult Price | Children Price | Baby Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 - 12 | $1,550.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| 13 - 28 | $1,300.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| 29 - 55 | $1,150.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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1 review for Whispers of the Nile: A Journey Through Timeless Egypt , Luxor and Aswan by train
| Min - Max (Persons) | Adult Price | Children Price | Baby Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 - 12 | $1,550.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| 13 - 28 | $1,300.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| 29 - 55 | $1,150.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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Alani –
Great trip for families with active kids who want to see the Netherlands. Each day was filled with beautiful scenery…