Christmas holiday in Cairo and Alexandria Egypt
A 5 day Egypt Christmas tour Cairo Alexandria combines Cairo’s world- ancient monuments with Alexandria’s coastal charm for a holiday filled with history and discovery. See the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx explore the Egyptian Museum’s treasures and visit Alexandria’s Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and Citadel of Qaitbay.
For travelers planning a getaway Is Alexandria worth visiting during Christmas in Egypt? The city offers an experience from Cairo with Greco-Roman landmarks Mediterranean views and a rich history that adds variety to your trip. An Egypt Christmas tour with Pyramids and Egyptian Museum lets you experience both destinations in one journey balancing Egypt’s past with Alexandria’s distinctive cultural heritage.
Make the most of your Christmas holiday with Happy Egypt. Explore our Egypt Christmas Tours to find your ideal itinerary.
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Tag 01 Cairo Arrival and Giza Pyramids Evening Show
Upon arriving at Cairo International Airport you will meet your tour representative. This person will take you to your hotel in Cairo for check-in. Once you are settled look over your 5 day Egypt Christmas tour Cairo Alexandria itinerary. Make sure to confirm the arrangements for your holiday.
In the evening you may choose to go to the Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids. See the pyramids lit up as stories tell of Egypt's past. This experience gives a start to your Christmas holiday in Cairo.
Welcome drink included.
Tag 02 Egypt Christmas tour with Pyramids and Egyptian Museum
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before you meet your Egyptologist guide. The Egyptologist guide will take you on a full‑day tour of the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara and Memphis as part of your Christmas holiday in Cairo and Alexandria Egypt.
Start your day at the Giza Plateau, the home of the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx. Admire these monuments and visit the Valley Temple. You can also choose a camel ride to capture memorable photos of the pyramids.
Next go to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser designed by architect Imhotep. Visit the Pyramid of Teti and the Tomb of Kagemni which is famous, for its carvings that show ancient Egyptian life.
After you finish lunch at a restaurant travel to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Explore the museum, where you will see the colossal statue of Ramses II and the alabaster sphinx.
This day brings together Egypt’s archaeological sites and cultural discoveries as you celebrate your Christmas and New Year holiday.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Tag 03 Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo
After breakfast at your hotel, meet your tour guide in the lobby. Then you will head from Cairo to Alexandria by the Alexandria Desert Road. The trip usually takes about three hours. You will also stop for coffee during the drive. After that, your Cairo Alexandria festive sightseeing package starts with visits around the city.
First, you will go to Pompey’s Pillar. It is a tall Roman monument set inside the old Serapeum area. Next, visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. This underground burial place is known for a mix of Pharaonic and Greco-Roman art.
Then move on to the Citadel of Qaitbay. The citadel stands where Alexandria’s ancient Lighthouse of Pharos once was. On the way, you will pass the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Afterward, you will have lunch at a seafood restaurant with a view of the Mediterranean Sea.
When you finish seeing the main sights in Alexandria, you will go back to Cairo. You will spend the night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Tag 04 Explore Cairo’s Museum, Citadel, and Historic Bazaar
After breakfast at the hotel meet the guide. Start the Cairo sightseeing tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum. Explore the museum’s collection of old Egyptian artifacts and learn about the history of the pharaohs.
Next go to the Citadel of Saladin a fortress that Sultan Saladin built in the 12th century. Visit the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali inside the citadel and admire its unique architecture and tall minarets.
After lunch at a restaurant walk to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous traditional markets. Browse shops that sell souvenirs, handicrafts, spices and other local items while feeling the Cairo atmosphere.
At the end of the tour return to the hotel for a stay, in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Tag 05 Departure from Cairo
Today, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your departure flight after experiencing an incredible 5 day Egypt Christmas tour Cairo Alexandria.
Meals: Breakfast
Im Tour enthalten
- 5* hotel in Cairo on B.B basis.> Hotels pick up / drop off.
- Tours mentioned above.
- Entrance fees.
- Licensed tour guide.
Nicht im Tour enthalten
- Drinks in Cairo.
- Drinks in Alexandria.
- Tipping for guides, drivers, hotels,
Hinweise
- Egyptian pound, US Dollar, Sterling, and Euro are accepted.
- Children between 1-5 years get 60% off.
- Children between 6-11 years get 50% off.
Preise pro Person
| Person | Preise |
|---|---|
| 1 - Person | USD 1740 |
| 2 - 6 Person | USD 1060 |
| 7 - 16 Person | USD 1000 |