5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays 5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays 5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays 5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays 5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays 5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays
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5-Day Egypt Christmas Tour 2026: Explore Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh Holidays

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 5 Days / 4 Nights Cairo, Sharm El-Sheikh
Trip overview

5 Days Egypt Christmas Tour Packages

Celebrate Christmas in Egypt and discover the best of the country on a 5-day Egypt Christmas tour combining the ancient wonders of Cairo with the relaxing beaches of Sharm El Sheikh. Explore Cairo’s iconic landmarks with expert local guides, including the legendary Giza Pyramids and the fascinating treasures of the GEM Museum, before heading to the Red Sea for a relaxing holiday by the beach. In Sharm El Sheikh, enjoy crystal-clear waters, golden beaches, and exciting activities such as snorkeling, diving, and desert safaris. This carefully designed Egypt Christmas tour package combines ancient history, natural beauty, adventure, and authentic Egyptian hospitality, offering a memorable way to spend Christmas in Egypt and experience the country’s highlights in just five days. Whether you are looking for an unforgettable Egypt tour package or a relaxing Christmas escape, this Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh journey offers the perfect combination of culture and coast.

Trip highlights

What makes this journey special

Expert Egyptologist guides

An expert Egyptologist guide accompanies you throughout the trip, across Cairo and Sharm El-Sheikh.

Luxury hotels & Nile cruise

Hand-picked hotels across Cairo and Sharm El-Sheikh, plus a full-board Nile cruise for the Luxor–Aswan leg.

Fully protected

Licensed under Egypt's Ministry of Tourism (No. 1538) and an official IATA member.

Flexible & tailored

Every itinerary can be tailored to your dates, pace and group.

The route

Your day-by-day itinerary

Your 5-day Egypt Christmas tour begins with a warm welcome by our representative at Cairo International Airport, being assisted during arrival formalities; then, a comfortable transfer follows to your Cairo Hotel for check-in and leisure. Whether your very first Egypt tour or a revisitation to rediscover the magic, the Christmas spirit in Egypt starts right here. Spend your first evening in the capital soaking it up for the exciting days ahead.

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Included activities
  • Meet & assist through arrival formalities at Cairo International Airport
  • Transfer to your Cairo hotel

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will be transported to Cairo International Airport for your swift flight to Sharm-El-Sheikh: the jewel of the Red Sea, A stunning resort town on the Red Sea coast, famous for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and world-class diving spots.

It’s the perfect place to relax, snorkel, or explore marine life in a beautiful desert setting. and an utmost highlight in any Cairo, Nile Cruise & Red Sea Over Xmas & NY Egypt Christmas tour package.

Our local tour guide will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax, take a dip in the pool, enjoy a stroll on the beach, or simply soak in the vibrant atmosphere by the sea.

Accommodation

Hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Transfer to Cairo International Airport
  • Flight Cairo–Sharm El-Sheikh
  • Meet & assist and hotel transfer in Sharm El-Sheikh

Enjoy a full free day in Sharm El-Sheikh, the perfect place to celebrate Egypt in December. Whether you're soaking up the sun on pristine beaches, swimming in the Red Sea, or simply unwinding at your resort, this day is yours to enjoy as part of your unforgettable Egypt Christmas tour.

Take the chance to add optional adventures to your Egypt tour package, like snorkeling among colorful coral reefs, a desert safari, or indulging in a relaxing spa experience.

Accommodation

Hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh · 1 night

Optional activities
  • Snorkeling among the coral reefs
  • Desert safari
  • Spa experience

After breakfast, you’ll check out and transfer to Sharm El-Sheikh Airport for your return flight to Cairo, continuing your incredible 5-day Egypt Christmas tour. Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist tour guide and begin your journey into the world of ancient Egypt.

First, visit the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can explore an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts in one of the world’s most impressive museum settings. Discover the fascinating history of the pharaohs and admire remarkable treasures and artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization.

Next, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant before heading to the world-famous Giza Plateau. Marvel at the towering Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. These monumental tombs have stood for more than 4,500 years, showcasing the incredible architectural achievements of ancient Egypt. Continue to the majestic Great Sphinx, an iconic symbol of Egypt with the body of a lion and the face of a pharaoh.

After the tour, return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Included activities
  • Flight Sharm El-Sheikh–Cairo
  • Private Egyptology guide
  • GEM Museum
  • Lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant
  • Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx
Optional activities
  • Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise — from $65

While your magical 5-day Egypt Christmas tour package to Cairo & Sharm-El-Sheikh comes to an end, have a delightful breakfast at the hotel in Cairo. Sit back and let your mind wander for a while over the unforgettable memories- exploring the treasures that time forgot in Cairo to soaking up the sun by the Red Sea in Sharm El Sheikh.

After having breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final flight, hence gently wrapping up your festive Egypt tour package.

Though your Egypt in December ends today, the memories of its warmth, history, and beauty will stay with you forever.

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Transfer to Cairo International Airport
What's included

Everything's taken care of

Included

  • Accommodation in 5-star hotels in both Cairo and Sharm El-Sheikh on a bed and breakfast (B.B) basis
  • Domestic flights between Cairo and Sharm El-Sheikh (round trip)
  • All airport and site transfers in a modern, air-conditioned tourist coach
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off for all included tours and transfers
  • Services of a licensed, professional tour guide throughout the trip
  • Entrance fees to all attractions and historical sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Complimentary soft drinks during transfers and selected tours

Not included

  • Entry to the interior of the Great Pyramid (available at an additional cost)
  • Personal expenses, such as souvenirs, laundry, and extra meals
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, and hotel staff (at your discretion)
What travelers say

Stories from real explorers

Don't take our word for it — here's what our guests share after their day with us.

5.0
★★★★★
46 reviews on Tripadvisor
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hoda was an amazing guide, sharing with us her incredible knowledge about the history and culture of Egypt. She is a warm and caring person, helping us meet our "wish-list' items on this trip!!

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K E Bat
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

I highly recommend Hoda. She is a wonderful guide for English speaking travelers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for Egyptian history and culture is infectious. She made my tour of Egypt a trip of a lifetime.

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Valerie S
Group
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hany is a knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful guide. He can tailor a personalized tour to what you want to see, or can plan an entire itinerary. He is incredibly responsive and dependable. Hands down the best way to see E...

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Vicky
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