This 6-day Christmas and New Year holiday combines history, culture, and celebration. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with a Nile Cruise, private transport, comfortable stays, and expert guides. Explore the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum in Cairo, then sail south to Luxor and Aswan to visit Karnak, Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, and Philae Temple. Book this festive journey and welcome the New Year with Egypt’s timeless wonders.
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Cairo Attractions
Aswan Attractions
Luxor Attractions
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Uncover 5,000 years of Egyptian history and mythology.
Visit Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan to see Pyramids, Karnak, Hatshepsut, Philae, Edfu, and Abu Simbel.
Enjoy luxury services on this magical Christmas tour.
Marvel at timeless art and architectural treasures.
Experience Egypt’s cultural richness in a unique way.
Upon your safe arrival in Egypt, a representative from the "Passionegypttours" will be waiting for you at Cairo Airport to assist with your passport control procedures and luggage handling. From the airport, you will be transported in a private air-conditioned vehicle directly to your 5-star hotel for check-in.
In the evening, your Egypt Christmas tour will commence with a dinner cruise on the enchanting Nile River, where you can unwind and enjoy a vibrant belly dancing performance accompanied by a folklore band showcasing the captivating Tannoura spin, inspired by Egypt's whirling dervish tradition.
Finally, you will return to your hotel to spend the night.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
In the morning, after breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet your private Egyptologist tour guide to begin your Egypt Christmas holiday package with a visit to one of the 7 Wonders of the World:
The Golden Land of Giza encompasses some of the most remarkable archaeological marvels ever constructed on Earth, dating back to 2600 BC during the 4th dynasty, which created a stairway to the heavens.
The majestic Great Pyramid was constructed to endure through the ages, remaining the sole surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. King Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) commissioned his brilliant architect Hemiunu to design an eternal tomb soaring 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) high, employing 400,000 skilled laborers to assemble 2.3 million massive limestone blocks and to craft a golden interior housing the granite King's Chamber.
The legendary protector of the sacred Giza Complex, Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC), known as "The Sphinx," has the golden body of a mythical lion combined with his own facial features. Horus of the Horizon has become a powerful emblem of Egypt's strength, wisdom, and divinity, highlighted in 1401 BC when Thutmose IV placed the Dream Stele between its paws to signify his authority.
The members of the 4th Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (2686 - 2134 BC) sought immortality, aiming to be fully purified and ready for the afterlife. It also served as the site for the opening of the mouth ceremony.
Enjoy your lunch at a restaurant with views of the Pyramids and the Nile, followed by a visit to:
The magnificent Egyptian Museum, discovered in downtown in 1901 AD, showcases some of the most remarkable artifacts from the history of ancient Egyptian civilization.
In the evening, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, check in to a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise, enjoy dinner, and spend the night on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Flight: From Cairo to Aswan
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, after breakfast on the Nile cruise, continue your Christmas holiday in Egypt by exploring the most renowned tourist attractions in Aswan, beginning with:
The remarkable Aswan High Dam was constructed between the mid-1960s and 1970s to significantly contribute to Egypt's development by controlling annual floodwaters in the man-made Lake Nasser and generating electricity.
The Unfinished Obelisk is one of the most remarkable artistic achievements in history, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) to stand at the magnificent entrance of the Karnak Temple Complex. It provides valuable insight into the techniques employed by the ancient Egyptians during the carving process and showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of their builders.
The most renowned story in Egyptian history, "The Myth of Osiris," is depicted on the magnificent golden walls of the Philae Temple in Aswan. Originally constructed between 380 and 362 BC, this temple became the official sanctuary for the worship of Isis, the goddess of motherhood, between 282 and 145 BC. It is currently situated on the golden Agilkia Island.
Experience sailing and an overnight stay aboard the vessel. Lunch and dinner will be served on the cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
On the fourth day of your Egyptian Christmas journey, your destination will be:
The legendary double-designed temple of Kom Ombo is a magnificent example of grandeur and craftsmanship, built as one of the final temples representing Egyptian architecture between 180 BC and 47 BC during the Ptolemaic period. It is dedicated to Haroeris (“Horus the Elder”) and Sobek, the crocodile god of the Nile.
Then you will continue sailing to:
The magnificent Edfu Temple is an extraordinary example of divine artistry and legendary architecture, built during the Ptolemaic era between 237 BC and 57 BC to honor Horus, the falcon god of protection, and to commemorate one of the most significant battles in ancient Egyptian history.
Your journey will continue by sailing until you arrive at the city of Luxor in the evening, where you will stay overnight on the ship. Lunch and dinner will be served on board the cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, please check out. You will then be joined by your tour guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle to continue your Egypt Christmas tour with visits to the tourist attractions in Luxor, beginning at:
The most enchanting attraction in the mythical land of Thebes is the golden underground royal gate in the Valley of the Kings, which contains 63 tombs belonging to prominent nobles, kings, and queens such as Amenhotep I, Hatshepsut, Seti I, and Tutankhamun. These tombs date back to the New Kingdom period (1570–1050 BC), spanning the 18th to the 20th dynasties. The Golden Valley of the Kings offers valuable insights into the ancient Egyptian funerary art and practices.
The magnificent Hatshepsut Temple is an enduring symbol of architectural excellence and stands as one of the greatest masterpieces in history. Carved into the cliff face of Deir El Bahari in 1479 BCE, it was commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) and supervised by Senenmut. The temple features three terraces adorned with exquisite decorations dedicated to the creator god Amun.
The extraordinary Colossi of Memnon, sculpted in 1350 BC by Amenhotep III, features his likeness on a seated statue standing 18 meters (60 feet) tall and weighing 720 tons. It has undergone numerous restorations, particularly during the Ptolemaic era when it became renowned for the unique sound it emitted at dawn.
Next, enjoy lunch on an island as part of a boat excursion on the Nile River. Conclude your day of exploration with a visit to:
The central sanctuary of the Amun Karnak Temple Complex was the most prominent site constructed between 1971 BC, marking the beginning of the Middle Kingdom, and 30 BC, which signaled the end of the Ptolemaic period. It served as the principal religious center dedicated to the worship of the 18th Dynasty Theban Triad—Mut, Amun, and Khonsu—as well as other deities such as Isis, Hathor, Ptah, and others.
Finally, proceed to Luxor airport for your flight to Cairo, followed by an overnight stay at a 5-star hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: From Luxor to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in the morning, after which our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you with the final departure procedures to conclude your 6-day Egypt Christmas tour.
Meals: Breakfast
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