Experience the Best of Egypt in 13 Days This Christmas
The 13 Days Egypt Christmas & New Year Holiday Tour offers an enchanting journey through Egyptβs timeless wonders. Organized by Passion Egypt Tours, this magical experience includes top-tier services like private A/C transportation, a luxurious Nile cruise, comfortable accommodations, and the expertise of a professional Egyptologist tour guide β all brought to you by one of Egyptβs leading travel agencies.
Start the New Year by exploring the best of Egypt over 13 unforgettable days. This festive adventure covers iconic destinations such as Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and Hurghada, immersing you in the spirit of Christmas in an extraordinary way.
Wander through the legendary Giza pyramids complex, the ancient city of Memphis, the remarkable Valley Temple, Saqqara Step Pyramid, the Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. In Alexandria, discover a treasure trove of Greco-Roman history, including the Alexandria Library, Qaitbay Citadel, and Catacombs of Alexandria.
Enjoy a magical Nile cruise, visiting the ancient wonders of Thebes and Aswan such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel Temple, and more. Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea during a snorkeling trip in Hurghada.
This Christmas holiday promises an unforgettable mix of history, culture, and adventure β the perfect way to start the new year. Book your journey now and uncover the endless marvels of Egypt!
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Cairo Attractions
Aswan Attractions
Luxor Attractions
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All our clients will enjoy the most enchanting travel experience across the archaeological wonders of Egypt which are the Giza pyramids complex, Saqqara Step Pyramid, Alexandria Library, Qaitbay Citadel, Catacombs of Alexandria, Khan El-Khalili bazaar, Cairo Citadel, Karnak temple, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Abu Simbel temple, and various more.
Our guests will witness all the living miracles of Egypt while being served with the most comforting and professional service.
The heavenly marine wealth of the Red Sea will be explored through a magical snorkeling trip.
The 5000 years old rich culture and history of the ancient Egyptian civilization will be uncovered in an enchanting fashion.
All the blessed works of art and innovative ancient Egyptian architecture that achieved immortality will shed light on the mindset and intelligence of ancient Egyptians.
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, luggage identification, and portage. Youβll be warmly greeted and transferred by a private A/C car to your hotel for check-in.
In the evening, we will pick you up from your hotel to kick off your Christmas journey in Egypt with a Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a colorful belly dancing show accompanied by a folklore band, and donβt miss the mesmerizing Tannoura spin β a traditional Egyptian whirling dervish performance.
After the cruise, youβll be transferred back to your hotel to rest.
π§ Meals: Dinner
π¨ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, you will join your private tour guide to explore the top of Egypt tourist attractions by visiting Giza Pyramids, which is one of the 7 Wonders of the World.
The actual iconic wonder of the Giza Pyramids Complex holds the greatest archaeological miracles ever made on earth which were made in 2600 B.C to shed light on the legacy of the 4th dynasty that wished to immortalize their existence.
The illuminating Great Pyramid of King Khufu (2609 B.C β 2584 B.C) is a golden staircase to the heavens which was constructed by 400,000 very skilled builders for 15 years using 2.3 million limestone blocks that had a total weight of 6 million tons. It was the tallest man-made structure for 3800 years until 1889. It was built in 2570 B.C which was designed by Hemiunu his main architect. The kingβs chamber, the big void, and the queenβs chamber are able to shed light on the incredible knowledge of the last standing member of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
The celestial protector of the greatest works of architecture on earth is the golden Sphinx Horus of the Horizon which holds the mythical body of a lion and the face of a man. It measures 73 meters (240 ft) long, a height of 20 meters (66 ft), and 19 meters (62 ft) wide. The facial description of Pharaoh Khafre (2558β2532 BC), the magical story of the Dream Stele of Thutmose IVβs interaction with the Sphinx was added in 1401 BC.
The highly archaeological wonder of the Valley Temple was built by King Khafre (the member of the 4th dynasty) to be a center for the purification and performing of the religious Opening of the Mouth ceremony which is known as the mummification process.
Proceed to have your lunch at a Pyramids/ Nile view restaurant. Then move to continue your Egypt luxury holiday.
The most remarkable architectural project ever built in history "Saqqara Step Pyramid" was the golden pyramid complex of Djoser the most ancient large-scale cut stone stone which was designed by his brilliant chancellor architect high priest of the god Ra Imhotep between 2670β2650 BC. It consists of six mastabas that rise in steps to a height of 62 m (203 ft).
The magical city of wonders and power is Memphis City which was established by King Narmer in the 31st dynasty to become the first-ever capital in the history of Egypt at the life of the two lands that possessed the blessed temple of Enclosure of the ka of Ptah which was translated to βHut-Ka-Ptahβ.
Finally, we drive you back to your hotel and spend the overnight there.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
π¨ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Morning time after breakfast, complete your Christmas vacation in Egypt by enjoying a tour to Alexandria by air-conditioned car and accompanied by a private tour guide to visit:
The magical Catacombs, also known as mounds of shards, are an exotic archaeological marvel that became one of the seven wonders of the middle ages. This epic necropolis was created as a burial ground between the 2nd century BC and the 4th century AD, which is able to feature brilliant architecture and monuments mixing Pharaonic and Hellenistic art. It also holds a marvelous Hall of Caracalla which was made in 215 AD.
From the blessed lands of Alexandria is a great Roman triumphal column Pompey Pillar, which is one of the largest monolithic columns ever made, found on the eastern side of the Serapeum of Alexandria to honor the Roman emperor Diocletian. It was built between 298β302 AD and is able to reach a total height of 28 meters. It is rumored that at the top of the pillar is the remains of General Pompey.
The captivating Qaitbay Citadel is a magical attraction that stood the test of time as a defensive stronghold across the coast of the Mediterranean Sea when chaos built in the Mamluk era between 1477 AD to 1493 AD. This magical citadel was created on the same land in the shape that held the epic member of the seven wonders called Lighthouse of Alexandria that was destroyed by an 11th-century earthquake. The huge stones used in the citadel were used to build the lighthouse.
Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant, then you will finish the Alexandria day tour by a visit to:
The eternal Bibliotheca of Alexandria was opened to the entire world in 2002 to commemorate the legacy of the seven wonders of the ancient world. βAlexandria Libraryβ is a hub to a number of halls filled with very amazing art pieces, monuments, 8 million books, and many rare books from different historical ages in Egypt.
At the end of the day, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
π¨ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Briefly breakfast at the hotel and check-out, then transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Aswan to continue your 13 days Egypt Christmas vacation by visiting Aswan tourist attractions including:
One of the most modern attractions in Aswan is the Aswan High Dam, which was built in the mid-1960s and 70s. It is able to produce electricity and save the flood water after the artificial lake of Nasser to be used for farming.
One of the biggest archaeological miracles of Egypt, The Unfinished Obelisk, is found in the golden lands of Aswan which was ordered by Queen Hatshepsut (1508β1458 BC) to be placed at the grand entrance of Karnak. The biggest obelisk in Egypt has a total weight of 1,175 meters (137.0 ft) and 1000 tons if finished.
The enchanting and glowing Philae Temple was built on the last day of the ancient Egyptian civilization which showcases the architectural art of the ancient Egyptians in the Ptolemaic era between 380β362 BC to honor the goddess of Motherhood Isis. Many kings in the same period were involved, especially between 282 and 145 BC, to narrate the epic tale of βThe Myth of Osiris.β
At the end of the day, transfer to check-in 5β deluxe Nile cruise to enjoy your lunch & dinner and overnight on board.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
βοΈ Flight: From Cairo to Aswan
π Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Early morning, breakfast boxes then join your private tour guide to visit one of the most historical places in the world β Abu Simbel temple:
The most recognized and significant archaeological attraction in Egypt is the celestial Abu Simbel Temple, which was made by King Ramses II (1279β1213 BC), also known as beloved of Amun Ozymandias, to become his gate to immortality and honor his magical queen-wife Nefertari in the second temple dedicated for Hathor.
Across the giant temples are pictures from his victory at the Battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC, which finished in the signing of the first documented peace treaty in history. The temple also holds the annual sun festival to pay homage to Ptah, Amun, and Ra-Horakhty.
Return to your cruise to have your lunch & dinner and spend the night.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
π Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy your breakfast onboard the cruise and sail to Kom Ombo after breakfast and visit:
The eternal and majestic architectural wonder found on the bank of the Nile, Kom Ombo Temple, was created during the reign of Ptolemy VI Philometor in 180 BC and was finished in 47 BC to honor Haroeris βHorus the Elderβ and Sobek, the crocodile god of the Nile, on the north and southern part of Egypt.
The double temple has two of everything β halls, courts, sanctuaries, and rooms β which are ideally symmetrical along the main axis.
The blessed Edfu Temple came into existence between 237 BC and 57 BC by a series of Ptolemaic rulers who aimed to create an architectural masterpiece showcasing the artistic architecture of Egypt. It honors Horus, the god of divine protection and victory, and illustrates the celestial battle between Horus and Set.
The temple's walls are able to shed light on myth, language, and religion during the Hellenistic era in ancient Egypt.
Have your lunch on the cruise and sail to Luxor, arriving late at night. Dinner and overnight on board.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
π Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast and check-out from the cruise, then you will be accompanied by your tour guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle to begin another part of your Christmas adventure in Egypt and visit Luxor tourist attractions including:
The blessed fortified village of the golden Complex of Karnak is a magical city of architectural and artistic wealth that was created at the start of the Middle Kingdom around 2000 BC and finished at the end of the Ptolemaic era around 30 BC. It became the heart of the capital of Thebes as the most selected of places which held a worship center dedicated for the Theban triad of the 18th dynasty β Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
Then transfer to check in at a 5β hotel in Luxor and have your lunch. In the evening, proceed to visit:
The majestic lunar miracles of Luxor were made by the royal figures of the New Kingdom (1570β1050 BC) β Amenhotep III and Ramses II β to eternalize the magical concept of the rejuvenation of kingship.
The southern sanctuary was dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, held the open festival, and many Pharaohs were crowned in the temple. The Avenue of Sphinxes connects both Luxor and Karnak temples together.
At the end of the day, transfer back to your hotel for the overnight.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
π Overnight: Luxor Hotel
Morning time, have your breakfast and check-out from your hotel, then join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit Luxor West Bank attractions, starting with:
The miraculous Valley of the Kings is a magical underground vault in the heart of the Theban necropolis. It holds a majestic entrance to a labyrinth of 63 rock-cut tombs of elites, queens, and kings of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties of the New Kingdom (1570β1050 BC), dedicated to Tutankhamun, Ramses dynasty, Seti I, and more.
The mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is a majestic house of magnificence and beauty, and one of the most epic architectural masterpieces ever made. It honors the heritage of Queen Hatshepsut and was constructed in 1479 BCE by being carved into Deir El Bahari cliffs to hold three levels dedicated to the creator god Amun.
At the end of the day, youβll have your lunch at an outstanding restaurant in Luxor.
The everlasting seated statues of the Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III were formed in 1350 BC and were renovated many times during the Hellenistic period. Each statue has a height of 18 m (60 ft) and reflects beliefs, family, and achievements of Amenhotep III.
They hold 107 Roman-era inscriptions in Latin and Greek, showcasing the story of the Greek mythological king Memnon, carved between AD 20 and 250.
Transfer to Hurghada by a private air-conditioned vehicle and check in at the 5β hotel to spend the rest of the day.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
π¨ Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Morning time, have your breakfast and enjoy the recreational part of your journey on Hurghadaβs charming beaches.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
π¨ Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Snorkeling is a fantastic way to experience the beauty of the reef and the underwater world!
A short boat ride takes you to witness exciting marine life in the beautiful, pure waters of the Red Sea.
Return back to your hotel for overnight.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
π¨ Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Hurghada and we will transfer you to Hurghada Airport to catch your flight to Cairo. Upon your arrival, you will join a private tour guide to complete your Christmas tour in Egypt by visiting Cairo tourist attractions, such as:
The mythical Egyptian Museum is found in the core of Cairo in the downtown area. It was built in 1901 AD and holds across its two floors many magical artifacts that stood the test of time for more than 5000 years.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo. Then proceed to visit:
The legendary National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a magical attraction that offers a magical path leading across all the archaeological and artistic wonders of the culture and history of Egypt that stood the test of time.
The museum opened to the public in 2020 and displays 50,000 artifacts and a golden hall of mummies filled with 28 mummies of many kings and queens.
One of the greatest Islamic open-air museums in Egypt is the magical Muizz Street, which was created between 969β975 AD. It holds incredible markets, vendors, houses, mosque museums, and local crafts stores β making it a vital commercial hub showcasing the magical art and architectural innovation of the 10th century AD.
The everlasting Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is a magical shopping district that was created between 1382 and 1389 AD by Mamluk rulers to become the biggest commercial center in Cairo. Itβs home to the most skilled Egyptian artisans and workshops offering an incredible variety of goods and souvenirs inspired by Egyptian heritage and culture.
After ending your tour, transfer back to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.
π³ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
π¨ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Enjoy a free day in Cairo at your hotel to relax or explore at your own pace.
π³ Meals: Breakfast
π¨ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you with the final departure formalities to head back home β marking the end of your 13 Days Egypt Christmas Tour.
π³ Meals: Breakfast
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