The festive season can be celebrated in style with our exclusive Egypt Christmas & New Year Packages, where ancient wonders meet with a modern holiday spirit. From looking straight at the Grand Pyramids in Giza, the Sphinx, and the Step Pyramid of Saqqara to gazing with wonder at the Egyptian Museum's trove of treasures and the historical streets of Old Cairo, Egypt tour packages provide welcome doses of culture and adventure. The Egypt Christmas tours are geared to surrounding events, with stops at the iconic Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and Valley of the Kings, plus a visit to the brilliant Temple of Abu Simbel. Extend your Christmas and New year Tour in Egypt by discovering the magical Philae Temple in Aswan, the massive Unfinished Obelisk, and the ancient Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples along the Nile Cruise route. Visit the city of Alexandria with its Greco-Roman flair, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and the historic Qaitbay Citadel. Go for an adventure to the Black Desert or even to Siwa Oasis to enjoy the natural treasures and Bedouin culture. these all will be close to experiencing the wonders of the Egypt holiday season this year. These Egypt Christmas holiday packages allow a wonderful mix of Egypt's ancient history, warm weather, and the spirit of festive celebrations to bring many exciting experiences for you.
Our best Christmas and New Year tours to Egypt feature luxury Nile Cruise ships, exciting desert safaris such as White Desert camping, and relaxing getaways along the Red Sea coast in Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, or Marsa Alam, where, in some of the clearest and most colorful waters in the world, you can dive or snorkel. Discover underwater treasures at Giftun Island, swim with sea turtles in Abu Dabbab Bay, or marvel at the beautiful marine life of Ras Mohammed National Park. Celebrate Christmas and New Year tours in style with a special gala dinner on the Nile, or welcome the New Year under the glowing stars of Sinai's desert. Whichever you prefer-wellness or activities-Egypt travel packages have been ideally tailored for your holiday fantasies. New Year's Tours and Trips can be arranged either as private tours or as group tours, giving that flexibility to independent explorers, partners, family members, or friends traveling together. Our all-inclusive Egypt Christmas Packages truly offer expertly crafted itineraries, knowledgeable local guides, and top-notch 5-star service beginning the moment you arrive. Within these packages, visitors can experience world-famous sites as well as unique seasonal experiences, perfect for making holiday memories that will last forever! Book now and unwrap the magic of Egypt tour this festive season!
8 Days
Embark on an enchanting 8-day Christmas journey through Egypt, encompassing Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and a lavish Nile Cruise. Your adventure commences in Cairo, where you will discover the renowned Pyramids. Following this, travel to Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings before setting sail on the Nile towards Aswan. Experience attractions such as Philae Temple and partake in festive celebrations throughout your travels. This remarkable expedition intertwines profound history, stunning scenery, and the spirit of the holiday season.
4 Days
Celebrate the holiday of the year on our 4-day Christmas tour to Cairo and Luxor, where history meets festivity! Your tour begins in Cairo, where you will visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and enchanting Old Cairo. Next is Luxor, where we shall explore the remarkable Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Come, partake in a joyous Christmas dinner full of the richness of the culture and traditions of Egypt. Such a tour is indeed unforgettable, with new memories created for enjoyments of the holidays
3 Days
Prepare yourself for a fantastic 3-day Christmas vacation in Cairo, which is more than just a historical city! Christmas tours in Cairo will include several outstanding places like the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the city's cultural activities. Partake in Christmas-themed events such as the traditional Christmas dinner, shopping in Khan el Khalili bazaar, and walking through beautifully decorated Coptic churches. Ideal for couples, families, or anyone who wishes to spend the holidays making unforgettable memories!
5 Days
The beauty of Egypt awaits you with this New Year Nile Cruise. From Aswan to Luxor and back again, cruise the picturesque Pharaonic sights along the Nile River and see most of the attractions Luxor and Aswan, including special holiday-themed activities and events on board, all combining to make this unforgettable journey a perfect way to usher in the New Year with the beauty of the Nile.
New Year’s Eve is definitely celebrated in Egypt. People of all walks of life from Muslim and Christian sects rejoice in a feast of parties with fireworks and gatherings. The New Year is observed on December 31st, which is a day when all Egyptians take off to spend with family and friends.
Yes, Christmas food traditions include one or more of the following: fatta, which is rice, bread, and meat altogether; kahk, which is a very special cookie filled with dates or nuts; and molokhia, which is a kind of stew made from jute leaves. Some families also prepare basterma, cured beef, and kofta, grilled meatballs. These foods are shared with friends, neighbors, or both.
In Egypt, there are different forms of celebrating Christmas, which include attending Christmas Eve church services. The families also have a special meal on Christmas Day involving dishes like fatta (rice, meat, and bread) and sugar-ridden kahk (traditional cookies). After the midnight mass, people in Egypt often take food home and share it with friends and relatives at home.
Yes, Christmas is celebrated in Egypt, but basically by the Christian population, and it is mostly Coptic Orthodox. Christmas is celebrated on January 7th, as the Coptic Church follows the Julian calendar. For the Copts, it is a very religious event, with church services and family gatherings.
Yes, New Year's Day (January 1st) is a public holiday in Egypt, though much more secular than religious. Government offices, banks, and businesses may be closed. Many people have this day off from work to rest and spend time with families. It is mostly regarded as a time for self-reflection and leisure instead of a time of religious observance.
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