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Celebrate Christmas and the New Year with Happy Egypt and give yourself the treat of a once-in-a-lifetime journey into the soul of Egypt. This special 8-day Egypt travel package presents the main souvenirs of Egypt: Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, allowing for a perfect way to celebrate Christmas in Egypt.
Cruising the Nile between Luxor and Aswan, your Christmas Nile Cruise enables you to discover the most celebrated ancient sites while relaxing on the luxury cruise. Airfare for internal flights, hotel accommodation, sightseeing tours, transfers, and entrance fees are all included, topped by the services of qualified professional guides, guaranteeing a smooth and merry Christmas vacation in Egypt.
Enjoy Egypt tours with a Nile Cruise trip. Stop in Cairo to visit the Pyramids of Giza and see Egypt's attractions. Your journey begins in Cairo with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Proceed to an intriguing Egyptian Museum endowed with an unimaginable collection of ancient treasures and royal artifacts.
Then, fly to Luxor and board the Christmas Nile Cruise on sail down the timeless River Nile. You shall visit the grandiose Karnak and Luxor Temples and cross to the West Bank to see the Valley of the Kings, the enormous complex with extremely ornate tombs for Egypt's pharaohs. Further cruise to Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples, and explore the ancient glory of the country.
Finally, arrive at Aswan, where you can behold the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the wonderful Temple of Philae. Each moment of this journey captures the magic of egypt over christmas, working with history and culture toward festive merry-making under Egypt's sun.
Book an Egypt vacation Christmas now to celebrate the holidays on the most gorgeous Christmas Nile Cruise, where every day presents another discovery and caches unforgettable memories.
Arrival in Cairo, meet and assist by our tour guide and transfer to your hotel and free actions.
Take a Cairo day tour to discover the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt during Christmas and the New Year in Egypt.
Visit the only remaining ancient wonder of the world—the Great Pyramid of Khufu, along with the other two pyramids and their legendary guardian, the Great Sphinx.
Then continue to Memphis and Saqqara, where history began. See the Step Pyramid of King Djoser —the first pyramid in Egypt and a supreme example of ancient engineering.
The combination of ancient history and holiday cheer makes this fascinating day tour an ideal way to spend Christmas and New Year in Egypt.
(Breakfast only)
Transfer to Cairo Airport to fly to Luxor and start your fabulous Christmas Nile Cruise. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted to board your luxury Nile Cruise ship to begin your journey into ancient Egypt.
In the afternoon, take a trip through the East Bank of Luxor, where the two largest temples in Egypt stand — Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple — built and dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
With this New Year Nile Cruise, fill your hearts with cheer while history, culture, and celebration create a never-to-be-forgotten atmosphere beside the majestic Nile River.
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Today, you will drive to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of Kings, which was dedicated to the tombs of the royal pharaohs. Kings of the New Kingdom cut their tombs deep in the rock to hide them from the tomb robbers and to ensure a very safe journey to the afterlife. Then proceed to the unique temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. You end your tour with a photo stop at the giant colossi of Memnon.
Back to the ship to set sail to Edfu through the lock of Esna. Overnight is in Edfu. (B, L, D)
A horse carriage will take you to the temple of Edfu which was built during the time of the Greeks in Egypt, and dedicated to the falcon-headed god, Horus (Apollo).
Back to the ship to set sail to Kom Ombo. Then visit the temple of Kom Ombo, which is dedicated to Horus and Sobek.
Back to the ship to set sail to Aswan. Overnight is in Aswan. (B, L, D)
Today, as part of your Christmas and New Year in Egypt tour, you will be able to explore the wonderfully quaint city of Aswan, a true jewel of the Nile. Your day will begin with an excursion to the granite quarry to witness the Unfinished Obelisk, a magnificent evidence of ancient workmanship. You may then proceed to the High Dam, considered an achievement in modern engineering in Egypt, built during the time of President Nasser.
Ending with wonders of its own, a tour of the Island of Philae with its enchanting Temple of Isis is surely a treat for any visitor.
After lunch, proceed to have an exhilarating sail on the felucca around Elephantine Island, watching as the sunset colors melt down into the tranquil Nile — a very fitting way to welcome Egypt New Year's Eve surrounded by history and scenery.
Overnight in Aswan.
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Disembarkation, then transfer to Aswan airport to fly back to Cairo.
Meet and assist, and transfer to your hotel.
(Breakfast only)
Celebrate Christmas and New Year in Egypt by beginning the day with a tour of Cairo's timeless wonders. discover first on a captivating sightseeing among exquisite handicrafts, statues, and artifacts spanning all ages of ancient Egyptian history in the Egyptian Museum- including treasures by the CD for an hour related to the golden pharaoh, Tutankhamun.
Next, head to Saladin Citadel, one of the very iconic landmarks of Cairo that offers an excellent view of the city, and let your day conclude with wandering through the chaotic lanes of Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the largest market in the Middle East, good for souvenirs and mingling in the festive vibe.
As darkness begins to fall, feel the energy of Cairo New Year’s Eve, as the city lights up with history, culture, and joy.
Finally, head to Cairo Airport for departure.
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Christmas Tours in Egypt offer the charm of festivities coupled with the romance of ancient history. While mild weather graces the land, visitors delight in the famous landmarks-the Pyramids of Giza, the Nile, and the ancient temples. Then Christmas Eve dinners and special events come into the picture, to be coupled with sightwseeing.
include Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, and the Red Sea resorts. Most itineraries also feature a Nile Cruise and visits to world-famous landmarks such as the Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel.
Carrying small layers-the kind of clothes one packs in T-shirts and sweaters for cool evenings. Comfy shoes are an absolute must for sight-seeing. Something nice to wear for that lovely festive dinner or party-if you are celebrating Christmas or New Year in style-will come very handy!
Indeed, Egypt is safe for tourists generally, especially in the main tourist areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts. Just abide by the general precautions that are always given while traveling and have fun!
Certain Christmas tours in Egypt also involve visiting prominent Coptic churches or monasteries, especially at Christmas time. However, usually, they are optional excursions to be taken or dropped, depending on the guest's interests.