10-Day Egypt Christmas Tour: From Ancient Wonders to Red Sea

Start your second day of the Egypt Christmas holiday with a delicious breakfast at your Cairo hotel. Adventure today will take you deep into ancient past of Egypt—a must-see highlight of any Egypt tour package.

Begin with a visit to the Giza Plateau, home to the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza, a wonder that continues to awe travelers from around the world. Your Cairo Christmas tour wouldn't be complete without standing in front of these majestic structures. Marvel at the Sphinx and step into the Valley Temple, where rituals of kingship and eternity once took place.

Following your exploration of the pyramids, relish Christmas lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant, drinking in the flavors of your Egyptian Christmas. In the afternoon, treat yourself to an excursion to the long-awaited GEM, one of the largest archaeological museums in the world, and the crown jewel of any best Egypt Christmas tour. Situated barely minutes away from the Pyramids, this modern-day museum will envelop one in Egypt's glorious heritage alongside the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun.

Return to your hotel to relax after a magical day that blends history, culture, and the unique spirit of your Egypt Christmas tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Start the third day of your 10-Day Egypt Christmas holiday with breakfast at your Cairo hotel before heading to the airport for a short domestic flight to Aswan — the gateway to Nubia and a gem of any Egypt tour.

When arrival in Aswan, our team will greet you and transfer you to your elegant Nile Cruise ship — a centerpiece of your Egypt luxury tour. After check-in, your Aswan tour begins with a visit to the fascinating ancient granite quarries, where the famous Unfinished Obelisk still lies attached to the bedrock. This colossal monument offers insight into the skills of ancient Egyptian stonemasons.

After the visits, a boat cruise to the romantic Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, will be most fitting. Being surrounded by water and legend, it is perhaps the most picturesque temple an essential stop in many Egypt Christmas holiday packages.

Return to your cruise for a delicious dinner onboard, followed by optional evening entertainment under the stars — a magical finale to a day that blends culture, mythology, and Nile-side serenity.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to a peaceful morning on the Nile as your luxury Nile Cruise sails gently toward Kom Ombo, a unique twin temple perched on the riverbank. This stop in your Egypt Christmas holiday offers an extraordinary glimpse into ancient Egyptian spirituality. You will explore the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple honoring two gods: the falcon-headed Horus and the crocodile God Sobek, this site a must-see on any Egypt tour. Do not miss the Crocodile Museum option; here, mummified crocodiles reveal a bizarre facet of ancient worship.

After that, return to the ship for lunch; the cruise to Edfu shall continue. Then, hop on a charming carriage ride through the town of Edfu to reach the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples of the land. The imposing scene of grand pylons and mystical reliefs transports you back in time to the golden age of the pharaohs: a sight to behold, completing your Egypt Christmas tour package.

Enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck of your Nile Cruise as you set sail towards Esna, caressed by warm breezes and rusty riverbanks. Dinner will follow onboard, followed by a lineup of evening entertainment to bid another extravagantly magical day of exploration, culture, and Christmas in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast on board your luxurious Nile Cruise, the fifth day of your 10-days Egypt Christmas tour begins with the timeless charm of Luxor—one of the crown jewels of any Egypt tour package. Today, your Egypt Christmas holiday takes you deeper into the ancient world — where pharaohs once walked and legends were born.

You will start with a visit to the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where the most powerful rulers of Egypt were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Truly one of the unforgettable highlights that any adequately crafted Egypt Christmas tour package can offer.

Continue your Luxor trip by visiting the grand Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a breathtaking example of ancient Egyptian architecture, and then have a photo opportunity at the Colossi of Memnon.

Return to your Nile Cruise for a festive lunch, followed by a peaceful afternoon. As night falls, indulge in dinner and evening entertainment, celebrating another magical day of Christmas in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast aboard your Nile Cruise, your Egypt Christmas holiday continues with two final wonders of Luxor. Start your morning at the stunning Luxor Temple—a majestic site where ancient columns rise toward the sky, still echoing with the spirit of the past. Then, head to the monumental Karnak Temple complex, one of the most majestic sacred sites in any Egypt tour. Walk through the Hypostyle Hall, and feel the magnitude of power and piety of ancient Egypt.

After this powerful farewell to Upper Egypt, it’s time to switch from temples to turquoise! You will be transferred in comfort to Hurghada on the beautiful Red Sea: the relaxing beach leg of your Egypt Christmas tour package.

Arrive in Hurghada and check into your hotel where golden sands, warm breezes, and Red Sea magic await your company. The perfect contrast from the stones of ancient Thebes to the soft shores of your Hurghada Christmas trip!

Meals: Breakfast

Forget snowy mornings and chilly air—Christmas in Egypt feels like a warm embrace from the Red Sea sun. Wake up in Hurghada to the gentle sound of waves and the promise of a day filled with vibrant reefs, sparkling water, and the freedom to just breathe. This is the serene, sunny side of your Egypt Christmas tour package — where joy, nature, and relaxation come together perfectly.

After a refreshing breakfast at your beachside hotel, you’ll head out for a full-day Red Sea adventure—snorkeling through some of the most colorful coral reefs in the world. Swim through the turquoise waters of the Red Sea, where colorful marine life surrounds you — a perfect moment in your Hurghada Christmas trip, feeling the magic of the Red Sea wrap itself around your soul. A day like this would surely make your Egypt tour package something straight out of dream holidays.

Onboard your boat, a delicious lunch will be served as you float from one reef stop to another, catching some sun, sipping a cool drink, and watching the infinite shades of blue. This is more than just a beach day — it’s a highlight of your Egypt tour package and a magical part of your Christmas in Egypt. Soaking in nature will shed some light on your Red Sea holiday in December.

As the boat sails back in the golden afternoon light, you’ll realize that "this is one of the best moments of your Egypt Christmas holiday — peaceful, bright, and unforgettable.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After a relaxed morning by the Red Sea, soaking in the golden sun and gentle waves, your Egypt Christmas holiday takes an adventurous turn in the afternoon. As the sun begins to shift in the sky, you’ll hop into a 4x4 Jeep and head deep into the Eastern Desert — an exciting contrast to the calm of the Hurghada Christmas trip.

Your Egypt tour package will thus unveil a new aspect of the country: endless dunes, rugged landscapes, and the timeless Bedouin way of life in Egypt. Your Christmas in Egypt 10-day will be far from boring and will honor this ancient tradition of camel rides through desert sands on its own, for at least part of the day. In fact, one can hardly think of stopping in a Bedouin village where hospitality and tradition are alive.

As the crimson sun sets beneath the desert horizon, a BBQ will await you, followed by a stunning show: Bedouin with folkloric dances and deafening silence pierced only by stars. This one is a really magical experience for a Red Sea holiday in December, combining culture, nature, and adventure all in one evening!

Return to your hotel in Hurghada with sand on your shoes and unforgettable stories in your heart.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After a magical breakfast in Hurghada, the final chapter of your 10-day Egypt Christmas journey will gently begin. You will then be taken to the airport for a short journey back to Cairo — the lively capital city where your wonderful Christmas in Egypt began.

Upon arrival, you’ll check into your hotel in Cairo. From here, you can enjoy your final day relaxing, reflecting, or engaging in more solo exploration of the energetic city. With your own private time, there's the choice to sip coffee in a local café, snap up some last-minute souvenirs, or simply revisit a beloved spot-a fitting way to say goodbye to Cairo.

After days filled with temples, tombs, desert adventures, and the turquoise waters of the Red Sea, this quiet pause in Cairo offers the perfect chance to soak in the spirit of Christmas in Egypt one last time.

Meals: Breakfast

Your final morning on this unforgettable Egypt Christmas tour package begins quietly after breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. This is the time for reflect on the tour, revisit historical sites, or just enjoy a peaceful morning in a city that gave you memories never to forget. Whether you choose to spend your final moments strolling through the lively streets of Cairo or simply enjoy a warm cup of coffee as the city begins to stir, this soft yet soulful farewell is the perfect ending to your 10-day Egypt Christmas tour.

Later, our team will arrange your comfortable transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, while carrying with you warm memories of Christmas in Egypt: temples, pyramids, golden-colored deserts, and shining Red Sea shores all tucked inside your heart. You came seeking sunshine, wonder, and a holiday unlike any other—and Egypt delivered.

Meals: Breakfast