12-Day Egypt Christmas Holiday Pyramids Nile Cruise & Sharm El-Sheikh

Egypt Christmas Holiday. Explore the Pyramids, a luxury Nile Cruise, and Sharm El-Sheikh. Book your festive escape with Bastet Travel.

  Cairo
Duration 12 Days / 11 Nights
Availability Seasonal departures available
Tour Type Private Luxury, History & Red Sea Beach Tour.

The Egypt Christmas Holiday is a premier 12-day festive journey designed to immerse you in the monumental history of the Pharaohs while offering a luxurious escape into the winter sun. This Egypt Christmas Holiday, curated by Bastet Travel, provides a high-authority travel experience that spans the colossal Giza Pyramids, the timeless temples of the Nile, and the world-class coral reefs of Sharm El-Sheikh.

  • Main Attraction: A grand 12-day seasonal expedition featuring the Great Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, a 3-night luxury Nile Cruise, and a soft all-inclusive Red Sea stay.
  • Full List of Landmarks Visited: Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Cheops, Chephren, Menkaure, High Dam, Nasser Lake, The Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, Kom Ombo, Edfu Temples, Horus, Hatshepsut Temple, Kings Valley, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Sharm El-Sheikh, St. Sergius and Bacchus Church, Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Citadel of Salah el Din, Khan El Khalili, and El Moez Street.
  • Interactive Upgrades: Private horse carriage rides to the Edfu Temples, water taxi trips to Philae Temple, and optional submarine tours in the Red Sea.
  • Logistics: Three domestic flights included for maximum comfort, private A/C coaches, and professional English-speaking Egyptologists throughout the Egypt Christmas Holiday.
  • Target Audience: Families and luxury travelers seeking a comprehensive Christmas Holiday that balances intense archaeological discovery with high-end resort relaxation.

Professional Egypt Christmas Holiday & Landmark Introduction

Embarking on an Egypt Christmas Holiday allows you to trade the winter chill for the golden warmth of the Sahara. Your journey begins in Cairo, where you will stand at the foot of the Great Pyramid of Cheops and explore the "Golden Age" treasures within the Egyptian Museum. This Egypt Christmas Holiday segment provides a deep dive into the engineering mysteries of Chephren and Menkaure before flying south to the gateway of Nubia.

In Aswan, the Egypt Christmas Holiday continues with the engineering marvel of the High Dam and the romantic Philae Temple on Nasser Lake. The sailing portion of your Christmas Holiday reveals the double temple of Kom Ombo and the majestic Edfu Temples dedicated to Horus. In Luxor, you will uncover the secrets of the Kings Valley and the Hatshepsut Temple before transitioning to the Red Sea. The finale in Sharm El-Sheikh offers world-class diving, followed by a return to Cairo to visit the Citadel of Salah el Din and the historic St. Sergius and Bacchus Church.

Spectacular Highlights of the Egypt Christmas Holiday

  • VIP treatment with professional meet-and-assist services at Cairo Airport for every arrival and departure during your Egypt Christmas Holiday.
  • Private guided tours of the Giza Pyramids Plateau, featuring the iconic Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure structures and the Great Sphinx.
  • A luxury 3-night full-board Nile Cruise, visiting the Kom Ombo and Horus temples while enjoying the breathtaking riverside scenery.
  • An exclusive visit to the monumental Abu Simbel Temples, a must-see highlight of any high-authority Egypt Christmas Holiday.
  • Exclusive comfort with a 3-night soft all-inclusive stay at a top-tier resort in Sharm El-Sheikh, specializing in Red Sea relaxation.
  • A comprehensive Old Cairo Tour featuring the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Khan El Khalili, and the ancient El Moez Street.

What You Will Love About This Egypt Christmas Holiday

You will love the effortless transition from the ancient, silent tombs of the Kings Valley to the vibrant, colorful marine life of Sharm El-Sheikh during your Egypt Christmas Holiday. This Egypt Christmas Holiday evokes a sense of profound wonder as you stand before the sun-drenched Abu Simbel Temples or navigate the narrow, aromatic alleys of Khan El Khalili. Experience the vibrant culture of the Nile and the exclusive comfort of our 5-star accommodations. Every moment of this Christmas Holiday is designed to create lifetime memories, making it the ultimate festive gift for yourself and your loved ones.

Everything Included in Your Egypt Christmas Holiday

Your Egypt Christmas Holiday is a premium, all-inclusive package that covers every logistical detail. This Egypt Christmas Holiday includes 4 nights in Cairo, 1 night in Aswan, 3 nights on a luxury Nile Cruise, and 3 nights in Sharm El-Sheikh with soft all-inclusive service. We provide three domestic flights to minimize travel time, an expert English-speaking guide for all landmarks including Karnak Temple and the Citadel of Salah el Din, and all private A/C transfers. All taxes and service charges are included, ensuring your Egypt Christmas Holiday remains focused on celebration and discovery.

The Journey: A Detailed Story of the Egypt Christmas Holiday

The adventure of this Egypt Christmas Holiday begins in Cairo, uncovering the mysteries of the Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum (L). The story flies south to Aswan, where the Egypt Christmas Holiday explores the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the majestic Abu Simbel Temples (B, L, D). The narrative continues along the Nile, stopping at Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples before uncovering the treasures of the Kings Valley and Luxor Temple (B, L, D). Finally, the journey culminates in Sharm El-Sheikh for beachfront luxury, returning to Cairo for a historic tour of Old Cairo and Khan El Khalili (B, L, D) before your final farewell.

Conclusion of the Egypt Christmas Holiday

The Egypt Christmas Holiday with Bastet Travel is the ultimate gift of the festive season. By blending the Giza Pyramids, the luxury of a Nile Cruise, and the sun-drenched shores of Sharm El-Sheikh, we offer a Christmas Holiday that is as educational as it is relaxing. For instant confirmation and world-class service, book your Egypt Christmas Holiday today and celebrate among the legends.

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Included & Excluded

Included

  • All Taxes and Service Charges.
  • English-speaking professional tour guide.
  • Meals as mentioned above.
  • All Day Tours as mentioned in our above itinerary.

Excluded

  • Any extra activities are not mentioned in our above tour program.
  • Covid PCR Test and Any Departure Taxes.
  • Drinks of any kind, Tipping and Gratuities.
  • Items of Personal nature (Laundry, Phone Calls…).

Attractions Highlight

Abu Simbel Temples

Abu Simbel Temples

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Pyramids of Giza

Pyramids of Giza

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Valley of the Kings: Tombs, History & Visitor Guide

Valley of the Kings: Tombs, History & Visitor Guide

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The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatchepsut

The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatchepsut

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Luxor Temple: Discover Egypt's Monuments & Sacred History

Luxor Temple: Discover Egypt's Monuments & Sacred History

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Temple of Edfu: Facts, Architecture & Visitor Guide

Temple of Edfu: Facts, Architecture & Visitor Guide

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The Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

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Aswan High Dam: Discover Egypt's Engineering Marvel

Aswan High Dam: Discover Egypt's Engineering Marvel

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Sharm El Sheikh: Ultimate Travel Guide to Egypt's Red Sea

Sharm El Sheikh: Ultimate Travel Guide to Egypt's Red Sea

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Philae Temple

Philae Temple

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Karnak Temple: Discovering Ancient Egypt in Luxor

Karnak Temple: Discovering Ancient Egypt in Luxor

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Kom Ombo Temple: Egypt's Unique Dual Sanctuary Guide

Kom Ombo Temple: Egypt's Unique Dual Sanctuary Guide

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Tour Itinerary

Your grand Egypt Christmas Holiday begins at Cairo International Airport (CAI), where you will receive a royal welcome from our professional airport representative. Our English-speaking assistant ensures VIP treatment by facilitating your visa, customs, and luggage procedures with ease. You will then be whisked away in a private, air-conditioned luxury coach to your hotel. After a member of our team handles your check-in, you can relax in your high-end accommodations and enjoy a peaceful night's sleep, ready to start your Christmas Holiday in the land of the Pharaohs.

At 08:00 AM, your personal Egyptologist will meet you to begin the first historical chapter of your Egypt Christmas Holiday. You will stand in awe of the Giza Pyramids, including the great structures of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure, with the option to explore the smaller queen pyramids. After greeting the Sphinx, enjoy an authentic Egyptian lunch with a panoramic view of the plateau. The afternoon of your Egypt Christmas Holiday is dedicated to the Egyptian Museum, home to a massive collection of priceless statues and pharaonic antiquities, before returning to your hotel for the evening.

After breakfast, your Egypt Christmas Holiday transitions to the south via a domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your coordinator will escort you in a private vehicle to visit the High Dam, an engineering marvel overlooking the vast Nasser Lake. You will also explore the ancient quarry of The Unfinished Obelisk, revealing how the ancients carved their massive monuments. The day concludes with a scenic water taxi ride to the beautiful Philae Temple, known as the Temple of Love, followed by an overnight stay at a five-star Aswan hotel during your Christmas Holiday.

The fourth day of your Egypt Christmas Holiday features a journey to the colossal Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Famous for the sun illumination miracle, these temples are a pinnacle of ancient artistry. After returning to Aswan, you will check into your luxury Nile Cruise ship. Enjoy lunch on board and relax on the sundeck as the vessel prepares to sail. This marks the beginning of the most tranquil segment of your Egypt Christmas Holiday, where you can enjoy full-board service while drifting along the historic Nile.

As your cruise sails north, your Egypt Christmas Holiday brings you to the double temple of Kom Ombo, shared by the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris. After exploring these unique ruins, the ship continues to Edfu. Here, you will take a traditional horse carriage to the incredibly well-preserved Edfu Temples, the ancient house of the god Horus. A magnificent meal, prepared specially for your Christmas Holiday, will be served on board as the cruise continues its journey toward the legendary city of Luxor.

Following breakfast on the Nile, your Egypt Christmas Holiday explores the "City of the Dead." Your Egyptologist will lead you through the hidden tombs of the Kings Valley, where the Pharaohs were buried with spectacular wealth. You will then witness the stunning architectural structure of the Hatshepsut Temple, carved directly into the limestone mountain, and stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon. Return to your luxury cruise for the final night of sailing, reflecting on the profound history uncovered during your Egypt Christmas Holiday.

Wake up early to enjoy rooftop views of the Nile before visiting the monumental Luxor Temple, where ancient secrets of Amenhotep III await. You will then travel down the Avenue of Sphinxes to reach Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in the world. After the tour, your Egypt Christmas Holiday moves to the Red Sea as you fly from Luxor to Sharm El-Sheikh. Upon arrival, you will check into your soft all-inclusive resort with professional assistance, enjoying dinner and a restful night by the sea.

Spend a full Free Leisure day in Sharm El-Sheikh as part of your Egypt Christmas Holiday. This is your opportunity to dive into the Red Sea’s famous turquoise waters. Whether you choose to snorkel among glittering fish and coral reefs or take an optional submarine ride to see the rare aquatic life, the day is dedicated to your relaxation. With lunch and dinner included in your package, this phase of the Christmas Holiday allows you to fully unwind under the warm Egyptian sun.

Your Egypt Christmas Holiday continues with another free day for maritime activities. If you are a diving enthusiast, a private vehicle can take you to the marina for a boat trip to explore the mysterious and colorful reefs that have made Sharm El-Sheikh a world-renowned destination. Alternatively, enjoy the resort's private beach and premium facilities. This day is designed for "slow travel," ensuring that your Christmas Holiday remains both enriching and deeply restorative.

The tenth day of your Egypt Christmas Holiday offers continued enjoyment of the Red Sea’s coastal beauty. Your all-inclusive package ensures seamless access to refreshments, snacks, and meals while you lounge by the pool or participate in the resort’s recreational programs. This final day of seaside bliss is the perfect way to conclude the relaxation segment of your Egypt Christmas Holiday before returning to the capital for your final historical immersion.

After breakfast, fly from Sharm El-Sheikh back to Cairo for the final chapter of your Egypt Christmas Holiday. Your driver and guide will take you to Old Cairo to visit the Babylon Fortress, the St. Sergius and Bacchus Church, and the Hanging Church. After lunch, the tour continues to the Citadel of Salah el Din and the majestic Mosque of Mohamed Ali. End the day with a walk through the medieval Khan El Khalili bazaar via El Moez Street, perfect for some last-minute festive shopping during your Christmas Holiday.

On the final day of your Egypt Christmas Holiday, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before meeting our driver for your private transfer to Cairo Airport. Our airport adviser will assist you with every aspect of your departure, from luggage handling to boarding procedures. You leave Egypt with lifetime memories and a heart full of the wonders of the Pharaohs, having experienced a truly unforgettable Egypt Christmas Holiday with Bastet Travel.

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