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Egypt Package Tours

Cairo and Luxor 4 Day Tour from Eilat by Sleeper Train

4 days
Pickup: Eilat hotels
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

Duration4 days
Starts09:00 PM, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Spanish, French
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes pre-paid sleeper train nights.

Overview

This Cairo and Luxor tour from Eilat packs the two great names of ancient Egypt into four days. You see the pyramids and the Sphinx, the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the huge temples of Karnak and Luxor, then finish in old Cairo. Two nights on a sleeper train with half board, three lunches, an English-speaking guide and entrance fees to the sites on the program are included.

You leave Eilat at night, cross the border at Taba and drive through Sinai to Cairo. Day 2 covers a famous Cairo market, the Giza pyramids, the Egyptian Museum and a city tour with time in the bazaar, before the night train south. Day 3 is all Luxor, with the west bank tombs and temples in the morning and Karnak and Luxor Temple in the afternoon, then the night train back. On day 4 you visit Coptic Cairo and the Citadel of Saladin and drive back to the Taba border.

The trip suits travelers on an Eilat holiday who want the highlights of Egypt without booking hotels or domestic flights. Sleeping on the train saves time, and adding Luxor makes this Cairo and Luxor tour from Eilat far more complete than a quick day trip to the pyramids. Expect early starts and long travel legs, so it works best for travelers with plenty of energy.

Pickup is from your Eilat hotel at 21:00 on day 1. Prices are per person sharing for 2 or more travelers, with lower child and infant rates, or a single rate if you travel solo, and the booking form shows the exact price for your group. The tour ends at the Taba border, and the drop-off from Taba to your Eilat hotel is not included. It departs daily, subject to availability, and is non-refundable because the train nights are pre-paid. Short on time? See our Cairo day tour from Eilat, the 2 day Cairo tour from Eilat or the 4 day Cairo tour with Saqqara. Pick your date and book your Cairo and Luxor tour from Eilat today.

Highlights

Four days from Eilat with pickup at your hotel
Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
Egyptian Museum with more than 100,000 antiquities
Cairo city tour and time in the bazaar
Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut
Karnak and Luxor Temple on the east bank
Coptic Cairo, the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Citadel of Saladin
Two sleeper train nights with half board, plus 3 lunches
Entrance fees to the sites on the program

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

Day 1Night Departure from Eilat
1

09:00 PMPickup from your Eilat hotel
Your Cairo and Luxor tour from Eilat starts at 21:00 with pickup from your hotel in Eilat. Have your passport and cash for the visa, border taxes and tips ready. The drive to the Taba crossing is short.
2

Late eveningTaba border crossing
You pass Israeli and Egyptian passport control and customs at Taba, with assistance at the border. Border formalities can take up to an hour, so patience helps. On the Egyptian side the drive to Cairo begins.
EveningOvernight drive to Cairo
The road across the Sinai Peninsula to Cairo takes about 10 hours. Try to sleep on the way, because sightseeing starts early the next morning. There is no hotel on this first night.
Day 2Pyramids, Museum and the Night Train
3

07:00 AMMarket coffee, the pyramids and the Sphinx
You arrive in Cairo, the largest city in Egypt, and start with coffee at a famous local market. Then you head to the Giza pyramid fields, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Great Sphinx. Your guide explains how the central pyramid held the pharaoh, while the smaller ones around it were built for his family and senior courtiers.
4

12:00 PMLunch and the Egyptian Museum
Lunch is at a local restaurant serving authentic Egyptian food. At 13:00 you enter the Egyptian Museum, whose two floors hold more than 100,000 antiquities. Look for the statues, painted works, golden masks and ancient coins.
5

03:00 PMCity tour and the bazaar
A drive through the city shows you more of Cairo, followed by time in the bazaar to browse spices, crafts and souvenirs. Keep some cash for shopping and tips.
EveningNight train to Luxor
At 19:00 you board the sleeper train for the ride south, which takes about 9 hours. The night on board is half board, with dinner and breakfast. You wake up in Luxor, ready for the tombs.
Day 3Luxor, the Open-Air Museum
6

06:00 AMWest bank: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut
The day begins on the west bank of the Nile in Ancient Thebes, often called the greatest open-air museum in the world. You visit the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharaohs, and the terraced Temple of Hatshepsut.
7

01:00 PMEast bank: Karnak and Luxor Temple
In the afternoon you cross to the east bank for Karnak, a vast complex of temples, chapels and pylons that was the main place of worship around 1300 BC. The touring day ends at Luxor Temple in the center of town.
EveningNight train back to Cairo
At 19:00 you board the sleeper train again for the ride of about 9 hours north. Dinner and breakfast on board are included. Rest well, because day 4 starts at 06:00.
Day 4Old Cairo and the Drive Back to Taba
8

06:00 AMCoptic Cairo and the Ben Ezra Synagogue
Back in Cairo you explore the old quarter with your guide. You visit a Coptic church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Cairo.
9

10:00 AMCitadel of Saladin
The last visit is the hilltop Citadel of Saladin, a medieval fortress above the city. Take your final photos of Cairo here.
10

12:00 PMDrive back to the Taba border
At noon you leave Cairo for the drive of about 10 hours back to Taba, where the tour ends. The transfer from Taba to your hotel on the Red Sea in Eilat is not included, so arrange your own ride for the short last leg.

What's included

Included

Pickup from your hotel in Eilat at 21:00
Transport between the Taba border and Cairo, both ways
Assistance at the border
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to the sites on the program
2 nights on a sleeper train between Cairo and Luxor with half board
3 lunches

Not included

Egypt visa
Border taxes, paid in cash at the border
Entry inside the Great Pyramid and the Mummy room
Drop-off from the Taba border to your Eilat hotel
Meals and drinks not listed as included
Tips and personal expenses
Personal travel insurance
Guides in other languages (available for a fee)

Pickup & meeting point

Eilat hotels 21:00No pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Drive back to the Taba border

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from your hotel in Eilat at 21:00 on day 1, and exact pickup details are confirmed after booking. The tour ends at the Taba border late on day 4, and the transfer to your Eilat hotel is not included. The tour departs daily, subject to availability.

Accommodation

There are no hotel nights. Night 1 is an overnight drive to Cairo, and nights 2 and 3 are on a sleeper train with half board (dinner and breakfast).

Room Options and Prices

Prices are per person sharing for 2 or more travelers, with lower child and infant rates, or a single rate for solo travelers. The booking form shows the exact price for your group.

Border and Visa

You cross into Egypt at Taba with a valid passport and landing card. The Egypt visa and the border taxes are not included and are paid in cash. Some nationalities need a visa in advance. Border control can take up to an hour.

What to Bring

Valid passport
Your booking voucher
Cash for the visa, border taxes and tips
Good walking shoes
Very warm clothing in winter
Cool, comfortable clothing in summer

Dress Code

Cover your shoulders and knees for the Coptic church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Physical Requirements

A lot of walking on sand and uneven ground at the ancient sites, often in the sun, plus long overnight journeys by road and train. A normal level of fitness is enough.

Age and Children

Children are welcome and pay a lower rate on the shared option, and infants have their own rate. The supplier's general terms say multi-day tours are not suitable for children under 4, so contact us first.

Language

The tour is guided in English. A Spanish or French speaking guide can be added on the booking form for a fee per booking.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable, because the sleeper train nights and services are pre-paid. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
Any time after booking, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cairo and Luxor tour from Eilat include?

The price includes pickup from your Eilat hotel, transport to Cairo and back to the Taba border, assistance at the border, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to the sites on the program, two nights on a sleeper train with half board and three lunches. The booking form shows the exact price for your group.

What is not included?

The Egypt visa, the border taxes, tips, personal expenses, personal insurance and the drop-off from Taba to your Eilat hotel are not included. Entry inside the Great Pyramid and to the Mummy room also costs extra. Visa, tax and tip money is paid in cash only.

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

Yes, you need an Egypt visa, and it is not included in the price. Rules depend on your nationality and some travelers must get the visa in advance, so check the official Egypt e-visa portal before you travel. We also need your nationality, passport number, issue and expiry dates and date of birth to confirm the booking.

Where do I sleep on this tour?

There is no hotel. Night 1 is spent on the road from Taba to Cairo, and nights 2 and 3 are on a sleeper train between Cairo and Luxor, with dinner and breakfast on board. It is a practical way to cover long distances while you rest.

How do the room options and prices work?

Prices are per person sharing for 2 or more travelers, and children and infants pay lower rates on that option. Solo travelers book the single option for their own space. The booking form shows the exact price for your group.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at the Taba border crossing late on day 4, after a drive of about 10 hours from Cairo. The transfer from Taba to your Eilat hotel is not included. Staying on? Our guide to things to do in Eilat has ideas for your next days.

Can children join?

Children are welcome. They pay a lower rate on the shared option, and infants have their own rate on the booking form. The supplier's general terms say multi-day tours are not suitable for children under 4, so contact us before booking with very young children.

How fit do I need to be?

Expect plenty of walking at the pyramids, in the Valley of the Kings and at Karnak, often in strong sun, plus long road and train journeys. A normal level of fitness is enough, and good walking shoes are a must.

When is the best time for a trip to Cairo and Luxor?

October to April is the most comfortable season, when days in Luxor are warm rather than very hot. Winter nights can be cold, so pack very warm clothing, and in summer bring cool, light clothes and a hat. Our travel guide has more tips for planning your trip.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

This tour is non-refundable because the sleeper train nights and services are pre-paid. Contact us if your plans change, and we will try to help with a date change, subject to availability. Full details are in our booking terms.

Why book with Booking-Tours

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