Christmas and New Year in Egypt (13-Day Tour)

Welcome to Egypt! Once you arrive at Cairo International Airport, our representative will be there to welcome you, help with your arrival procedures and luggage, and take you to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Christmas Dinner Cruise

In the evening, enjoy your first taste of Egypt with a relaxing Nile Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a delicious dinner while watching a lively belly dancing show, traditional folklore performances, and the famous Tannoura show.

Overnight

After a wonderful evening on the Nile, we'll take you back to your hotel to relax and spend the night in Cairo.

• Meals: Dinner

• Accommodation: Cairo Hotel

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your day exploring some of Egypt’s most famous ancient sites.

Giza Pyramids Complex

Start your adventure at the Giza Pyramids, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the iconic Great Sphinx.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu

Admire the Great Pyramid, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world and one of Egypt’s most impressive architectural achievements.

The Great Sphinx

See the legendary Great Sphinx, a huge limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre.

The Valley Temple

Visit the Valley Temple, an ancient structure connected to the Giza complex and believed to have been used for important purification and funerary rituals.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can discover thousands of fascinating artifacts and learn more about Egypt’s 5,000-year-old history.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant with views of the Pyramids or the Nile before continuing your sightseeing.

Saqqara Step Pyramid

Next, visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, one of Egypt’s earliest pyramids and an important milestone in the development of ancient Egyptian architecture.

Overnight

After a full day of exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders, return to your hotel in Cairo to relax and spend the night.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: Cairo Hotel

After breakfast, head to Alexandria in a private air-conditioned vehicle with your Egyptologist guide. Discover the city’s fascinating mix of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Islamic history.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an impressive underground burial complex that blends Egyptian and Greco-Roman architectural styles.

Pompey's Pillar

Visit Pompey's Pillar, one of Alexandria’s most famous Roman landmarks and a remarkable ancient granite column.

Qaitbay Citadel

Continue to the Qaitbay Citadel, a historic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Lunch

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your Alexandria tour.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

End your sightseeing at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the modern library built to celebrate the legacy of ancient Alexandria and its famous center of learning.

Overnight

After exploring the highlights of Alexandria, return to your hotel in Cairo for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: Cairo Hotel

After breakfast, check out of your Cairo hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your private guide and begin exploring some of the city’s most famous attractions.

The High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects, built to control the Nile floods and generate electricity.

The Unfinished Obelisk

Explore the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite monument that offers a fascinating look at how ancient Egyptians carved and shaped their stone monuments.

Philae Temple

Continue to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Set on an island in the Nile, the temple is known for its impressive carvings and peaceful setting.

Nile Cruise Check-In

After your sightseeing, board your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise and settle into your cabin. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while relaxing as your Nile journey begins.

• Flight: Cairo → Aswan

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: Onboard the Nile Cruise

Start your day early with a breakfast box before heading out with your private Egyptologist guide to Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient sites.

Abu Simbel Temples

Explore the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, built by Pharaoh Ramses II and dedicated to the gods, with a second temple honoring his wife, Queen Nefertari. Admire the massive statues, detailed carvings, and fascinating stories carved into the temple walls.

After exploring Abu Simbel, return to your Nile cruise to enjoy lunch and dinner on board and relax for the evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: Onboard the Nile Cruise

After breakfast, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the unique double temple dedicated to two gods: Haroeris and Sobek (the crocodile god). Built between 180-47 BC, it has two of everything (halls, courts, and sanctuaries) perfectly symmetrical.

Next, visit Edfu Temple, built between 237-57 BC to honor Horus, the god of protection. Its walls tell the story of the legendary battle between Horus and Set.

Enjoy lunch on board as we sail to Luxor, arriving late at night. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: Onboard the Cruise

After breakfast, You’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to continue your Christmas and New Year adventure in Egypt.

Today, you’ll explore some of the most famous attractions in Luxor.

Karnak Temple

Your first stop is the impressive Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest ancient temple sites in Egypt.

Karnak was built and expanded by many pharaohs over hundreds of years and was an important religious center in ancient Thebes. The complex was mainly dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

Walk through the huge columns, ancient statues, and temple courtyards while your guide shares the stories behind this incredible place. Don’t miss the Great Hypostyle Hall, one of the most impressive parts of the complex.

Lunch & Hotel Check-In

After your visit to Karnak Temple, head to your 5-star hotel in Luxor for check-in and lunch.

Later in the evening, you’ll head out again to explore Luxor Temple.

Luxor Temple by Night

Enjoy a different view of Luxor Temple as you explore it in the evening when the temple is beautifully lit up.

Built mainly during the reigns of Amenhotep III and Ramses II, Luxor Temple was an important place for religious celebrations in ancient Egypt. Your guide will tell you about its history, the ancient Egyptian gods worshipped here, and the famous Opet Festival.

You’ll also see the Avenue of Sphinxes, the ancient road that once connected Luxor Temple with Karnak Temple.

Overnight

After a full day of exploring Luxor, return to your hotel and relax for the night.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Luxor

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out. Then meet your Egyptologist guide and head to Luxor’s West Bank to explore some of its most famous ancient sites.

Valley of the Kings

Start your morning at the famous Valley of the Kings, where many of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs were buried.

Walk through the valley and explore some of the beautifully decorated tombs carved into the mountains. Depending on the tickets included in your tour, you may have the chance to visit several tombs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun.

Your guide will explain the stories behind the tombs and the beliefs that shaped ancient Egyptian burial traditions.

Temple of Hatshepsut

Next, visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs of Deir El-Bahari.

The temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most famous female rulers. Its three levels, large terraces, and dramatic setting make it one of the most memorable sites in Luxor.

Take some time to walk around the temple, enjoy the views, and learn more about Hatshepsut and her reign.

Lunch

After your morning sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor.

Colossi of Memnon

Before leaving Luxor, make a quick stop at the Colossi of Memnon. These two huge stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III have stood here for thousands of years.

Your guide will share the history behind the statues and the stories that have surrounded them over the centuries.

Transfer to Hurghada

After finishing your Luxor sightseeing, travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada.

Upon arrival, check in at your 5-star hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Hurghada

Today is all about slowing down and enjoying Hurghada.

After breakfast, spend the day relaxing on the beautiful Red Sea beaches. Enjoy the warm weather, take a swim, or simply unwind at your hotel and enjoy some free time.

It’s the perfect break after several days of sightseeing and exploring Egypt’s ancient sites.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Hurghada

After breakfast, get ready for a fun day on the Red Sea.

Take a boat trip to one of the area’s beautiful snorkeling spots, where you can swim in clear waters and see colorful coral reefs and marine life.

Whether you’re an experienced swimmer or trying snorkeling for the first time, it’s a great way to experience a different side of Egypt.

After the excursion, return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Hurghada

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Hurghada and transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight back to Cairo.

Once you arrive, meet your private tour guide and continue your Christmas and New Year adventure with a day exploring some of Cairo’s most interesting museums and historic neighborhoods.

The Egyptian Museum

Begin your Cairo sightseeing at the Egyptian Museum in Downtown Cairo.

The museum is home to one of the world’s most important collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts. You’ll see statues, jewelry, sarcophagi, and other treasures that tell the story of ancient Egypt over thousands of years.

Take your time exploring the galleries while your guide explains the history behind some of the most important pieces.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo before continuing your tour.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Next, visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), where you can discover Egypt’s history from ancient times through more recent periods.

One of the museum’s highlights is the Royal Mummies Hall, where several famous pharaohs and queens are displayed.

Al-Muizz Street

Continue to Al-Muizz Street, one of the best places to experience Cairo’s historic Islamic architecture.

Walk along the lively street, see beautiful old buildings and mosques, and browse local shops and traditional craft stores. You can also stop for a drink or enjoy the atmosphere of this historic part of Cairo.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Finish the day at Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s famous historic bazaar.

Take a walk through its narrow streets filled with shops selling souvenirs, traditional crafts, jewelry, spices, and other local products. It’s also a great place to pick up a few gifts to take home.

Overnight

After your Cairo sightseeing, transfer back to your hotel and relax for the evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Cairo

Today is yours to enjoy Cairo at your own pace.

After breakfast, you’ll have the day free to relax at your hotel or explore more of Cairo on your own. You can use the time to do some last-minute shopping, enjoy a local café, or simply take a break after your Egypt adventure.

If you’d like to visit somewhere extra, your travel specialist can also help arrange an optional activity.

• Meals: Breakfast

• Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel in Cairo

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.

When it’s time to leave, our representative will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport. You’ll receive assistance with your departure arrangements before your flight home.

Your 13-day Christmas and New Year adventure in Egypt comes to an end, leaving you with memories of ancient temples, the Nile, the Red Sea, and your time exploring Egypt.

• Meals: Breakfast