The journey
Egypt, at the pace of the rails
Travel the length of the Nile Valley the way generations of explorers and archaeologists once did — by train. Ancient Egypt by Train is a 10-day journey from Cairo to Aswan that pairs the country's greatest monuments with the slow romance of rail travel.
You'll stand at the foot of the Pyramids of Giza, walk the colonnades of Karnak, descend into the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and sail to Philae — all linked by comfortable, scenic train rides through the heart of Egypt.
Tour highlights
What you'll experience
- 01Explore Cairo's Egyptian Museum and the iconic Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx.
- 02Travel in comfort aboard a premium overnight sleeper train between Cairo and Upper Egypt.
- 03Discover Luxor — Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings.
- 04Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.
- 05Continue to Aswan to see the High Dam, Philae Temple and the unfinished obelisk.
- 06Optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples.
- 07Authentic local cuisine, expert Egyptologist guides and curated boutique hotels.
- 08Slow, scenic travel along the Nile Valley — see the country the way Egyptians do.
Onboard film
Step aboard the Elite Sleeper Train
A short look inside the Elite Sleeper Train — cabins, dining car, lounges and the journey along the Nile Valley.
Onboard
Premium sleeper trains
Private sleeper cabins, full bedding service and onboard dining make the long transfers part of the adventure. Wake up to the Nile rolling past your window as palm groves and fellahin villages drift by.
The experience
Curated, end to end
Boutique hotels in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan; private transfers; expert Egyptologist guides; and a flexible itinerary that lets you linger where it matters — all arranged by Amisol's Egypt team.
Reserve your place
Reserve your seat
Small-group departures throughout the year. Contact us for a personalised quote.