Egypt Christmas Tour 2025 | 10 Cairo, Nile Cruise and Beach Holiday

Join on a magical Egypt Christmas Holiday to Egypt in 2025! Upon landing in Cairo, our friendly tour guide will greet you at the airport and take care of all immigration procedures. As you travel to your luxurious 5-star hotel, soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Africa's largest city. Upon arrival, our guide will ensure a seamless check-in, leaving you free to explore or relax at your leisure. Welcome to the adventure of a lifetime.

This day begins with the visit to Cairo's greatest highlight – after breakfast, you will travel with your tour guide to the legendary:

Pyramids of Giza

One of the most remarkable achievements of ancient civilization is the construction of the three Pyramids of Giza. These monumental structures have stood the test of time and are the only remaining wonders of the ancient world. They were erected on a vast limestone plateau around 2600 BCE by the rulers of the Old Kingdom of Egypt. The pyramids served as tombs for the pharaohs and their consorts, as well as repositories of sacred objects and rituals.

The Great Pyramid

The Cheops Pyramid is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids, also known as the "Great Pyramid." It is the tallest pyramid in the world, 147 meters high, built as a tomb for the Egyptian King Cheops.

We will first admire this largest pyramid. Then, we'll visit the Chephren Pyramid and the Mykerinos Pyramid. Afterwards, we drive to a plateau, offering a beautiful panoramic view of the three Pyramids of Giza.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx of Giza is a remarkable monument that represents the ancient Egyptian civilization. It is a huge limestone statue of a mythical creature with a human head and a lion's body, facing eastward on the Giza Plateau near the Nile River. The head is believed to portray the pharaoh Khafre, who ruled Egypt in the 26th century BCE and built the second largest pyramid at Giza. The Sphinx was carved from the bedrock and restored with layers of limestone blocks over time. It is about 73 meters long, 20 meters high and 19 meters wide.

After exploring the Pyramids and the Sphinx, you will enjoy an oriental lunch at a local restaurant. Then the journey continues to the center of Cairo, and the afternoon is once again dedicated to the Pharaohs – you will visit the impressive:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is one of the most famous attractions in Cairo, where visitors can admire the treasures of ancient Egypt. The museum was established in 1902 and has over 120,000 items, including the famous gold mask of Tutankhamun, the triads of Menkaure, and the statue of Ramesses II with the god Horun. The museum also has a rich history and has witnessed many events, such as the discovery of King Tut's tomb, the flooding of the Nile, and the 2011 revolution. The museum is located in Tahrir Square, in a building designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon.

After visiting the museum, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Today, your stay in the immortal city of Cairo ends. After breakfast, you will have a transfer to Cairo Airport, then you will fly to your next destination on this Egypt tour: Aswan. At Aswan Airport, you will be welcomed by our tour guide and escorted to your 5-star Nile cruise ship, and the embarkation will take place.

Note: Your Egypt tour guide, a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, will stay with you throughout the Nile cruise on board the ship and lead the sightseeing activities.

After your onboard lunch, where you can enjoy the view of the beauty and atmosphere of Aswan with its green islands and red granite rocks, you will take a trip to the surroundings of the city. The first stop is a boat trip to the Nile island of Agilika. There awaits you the last great sanctuary of ancient Egyptian religion, the enchanting:

The Philae Temple

The Philae or Isis Temple originally stood on the Philae Island south of Aswan. However, after the construction of the High Dam, the temple was submerged for several months each year. Consequently, from 1977 to 1980, the temple was relocated to the neighboring island of Agilika. In 553 AD, the temple served as a church, leading to the destruction of significant parts of the temple's reliefs.

Following the temple visit, you will explore the impressive:

The High Dam

The construction of the High Dam, initiated by President Nasser and lasting from 1960 to 1971, resulted in one of the world's largest reservoirs, measuring 500 km in length and 32 km at its widest point. The dam itself is over 3800 meters long, 111 meters high, with a base width of 980 meters and a crown width of about 40 meters.

After the last visit, you will be taken back to your ship. Enjoy the first evening in Upper Egypt under the starry sky aboard your Nile cruise ship and look forward to the next days.

Today, you have the unique opportunity to take an unforgettable private excursion to Abu Simbel.

Abu Simbel Temples

Abu Simbel is home to two magnificent temples carved by Ramses II in 1260 BCE. They remained hidden under the sand for centuries until they were rediscovered by Belzoni, an Italian explorer, in 1817. The larger temple of Ramses is 60 meters long and 30 meters high, while the smaller temple of Nefertari is 21 meters long and 12 meters high. When the Aswan Dam was built, both temples had to be moved 62 meters higher between 1964 and 1968 to save them from the rising water.

You will have an unforgettable experience visiting Abu Simbel with your private guide and vehicle. You will leave early in the morning and enjoy the sunrise over the desert on your way.

In the afternoon, the ship departs from Aswan and sails downstream towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy the beautiful journey from the sun deck of your ship, and in the afternoon, you will visit the:

Kom Ombo Temple

This is the only double temple in Egypt dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. The temple's ruins were buried under sand for a long time, with excavation and restoration taking place in 1893. Built during the Greek period from 304 to 31 BCE, the temple's surroundings revealed hundreds of mummified crocodiles.

Afterwards, the ship sets course towards Edfu.

On this day, after a hearty breakfast on board, the first item on the agenda is the visit to one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. You will visit:

Edfu Temple

Built by the Ptolemies for the Falcon god Horus Behdeti from 237 to 57 BCE, the temple remained hidden under sand and Nile mud until 1860 CE, when it was uncovered by the Frenchman Marriette. The temple hosted the annual celebration of the marriage between Horus of Edfu and Hathor of Dendara, as well as the Festival of Horus' victory over Seth.

After the Edfu Temple, your enchanting journey continues towards Luxor, where the ship docks. After lunch on board, you will explore with your tour guide the imposing:

Luxor Temple

Located in the heart of Luxor, the Luxor Temple was constructed by Amenhotep III and Ramses II. Alexander the Great also built a chapel for the ancient Egyptian gods. The Opet Festival, the most important event in Thebes, was celebrated here by the ancient Egyptians. In 1989, archaeologists discovered an underground chamber with well-preserved statues, now exhibited in the Luxor Museum. The Luxor Temple features a portion of the Sphinx Avenue, which once connected it to the Karnak Temple.

Tip of the day: In the evening, you have the opportunity to experience the fascinating Sound and Light Show at the Karnak Temple (optional)

After breakfast on board, you will go with your tour guide to Thebes West. The first highlight of the day awaits you:

Valley of the Kings

Be enchanted by the magnificent wall paintings in the tombs of the pharaohs, over 3000 years old. So far, 64 tombs have been discovered in the Valley of the Kings, and you will have the opportunity to visit three of them. The Valley of the Kings is home to the tombs of the kings of the New Kingdom (approximately 1550 to 1069 BC, 18th to 20th Dynasty). In 1922, the Englishman Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun with its golden treasures.

We leave this unique valley and its magical atmosphere and head to another enchanting location:

Hatshepsut Temple

The mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut dates back to the 18th Dynasty, 1470 BC. She had her impressive terrace temple built by the architect Senenmut. She was always depicted as a man, as clearly seen in the well-preserved statues in the temple. In Christian times, a monastery was built on the temple, which was used until the 11th century. In the 19th century, the monastery ruins were dismantled.

Enjoy the view from the temple's terraces of Luxor and the Nile Valley, then continue with the journey and a stop. You will visit:

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two adjacent ancient Egyptian colossal statues, approximately 18 meters high, from the 14th century BC. Both statues depict Amenhotep III and were located at the entrance of his temple.

After these beautiful impressions, you leave Thebes West and return to the other bank of the Nile. As the last point of visitation in Luxor, you will visit:

Karnak Temple

Is the largest temple complex ever built, dedicated to the holy family of Thebes: Amun-Re, his wife Mut, and their son Chonsu. The temple's construction spanned over 2000 years. One of its most significant areas is the Grand Hypostyle Hall with 134 papyrus columns, built by Seti and completed by Ramses II.

Then it's time to say goodbye to Luxor and the Nile. You will have a transfer with a private, comfortable vehicle through the impressive desert landscape to your hotel on the Red Sea for your beach holiday.

Tip of the day: In the evening, you have the opportunity to experience the fascinating Sound and Light Show at the Karnak Temple (optional)

Looking for a relaxing and fun beach holiday in the Red Sea? We have the perfect offer for you! Enjoy the warm sun, the clear water and the soft sand as you unwind and recharge your batteries. But that's not all! You can also spice up your vacation with some exciting excursions, such as a snorkeling day trip to explore the colorful coral reefs and marine life, or a desert safari adventure to experience the thrill of riding a quad bike or a camel in the vast sand dunes. Don't miss this opportunity to have the best of both worlds: relaxation and adventure!

Your Egyptian Christmas Holiday is coming to a close today, and you have arranged a shuttle service from your hotel to Hurghada Airport. From there, you will board your flight back to your home country. We hope you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again soon.