Starting from $2599 _/person

19th, 20th, 21st, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th Dec

8 Days / 7 Nights

Group Tour

English

Trip Overview

Considering a holiday getaway to Egypt this Christmas and New Year? This 8-day Egypt Christmas tour and Nile cruise offers the ideal mix of adventure and relaxation. Your journey begins in Cairo, where you’ll visit the iconic Great Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and the historic districts of Old Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Then, fly south to the sunny city of Aswan and board a luxurious cruise along the Nile River. As you sail, you’ll explore ancient landmarks like Karnak and Luxor Temples and uncover royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. With rich history, delicious food, and warm Egyptian hospitality, this festive tour is an unforgettable way to celebrate the season. Contact us to book or tailor your holiday adventure

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Upon arrival in Cairo, you'll be greeted and assisted through airport formalities. You'll then be transferred to your hotel for check-in, followed by a brief meeting with your guide to review the upcoming itinerary.

Start your day with a traditional Egyptian breakfast before heading to the Giza Plateau to see the iconic Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the ancient Step Pyramid of Djoser in Sakkara, the world’s first stone pyramid.

Visits: Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Sakkara, Djoser Pyrami

After breakfast, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) near the Giza Pyramids. Currently open on a limited basis, you'll explore its grand halls, main galleries, and outdoor spaces. Enjoy lunch at a local eatery, then head downtown to the historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to countless ancient treasures.

Visits: GEM, Egyptian Museum

Enjoy breakfast before flying to Aswan. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your Nile cruise ship. Visit Lake Nasser, the ancient granite quarries, and the unfinished obelisk. Later, take a boat ride to the stunning Temple of Philae. Dinner and entertainment onboard.

Begin the day sailing to Kom Ombo to explore its unique twin temples and the Crocodile Museum. After lunch onboard, continue sailing to Edfu to visit the impressive Temple of Horus. Enjoy afternoon tea while sailing to Esna, followed by dinner and evening entertainment.

Sail to Luxor and visit the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple and the vast Karnak Temple complex. Enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and evening activities onboard your cruise.

After breakfast and disembarkation, tour the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy some free time in Luxor before flying back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.

Visits: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Colossi of Memnon

Spend your remaining free time as you wish before being transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

Included in the price