7 Days Christmas Egypt Tour in Cairo & Nile Cruise

In the morning, after breakfast, you will join your private tour guide to start your Christmas experience in Egypt by visiting the famous archaeological site in the world Giza Pyramids:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Great Pyramid of Giza, built by King Khufu around 2580 BC, is over 4,500 years old and was the tallest man-made structure for nearly 4,000 years. Made of about 2.3 million limestone blocks, it remains a marvel of ancient engineering and mystery.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of Khufu, built around 2580 BC, is the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Standing 147 meters tall and made of 2.3 million limestone blocks, it remained the tallest structure for nearly 3,800 years. Its scale and design continue to amaze and inspire awe.

The Valley Temple

This well-preserved ancient monument, built from limestone and granite, was the site of Egypt’s Old Kingdom mummification process. It also houses impressive diorite statues of King Khafre, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx of Giza, the oldest known statue, depicts a lion’s body with a human head—believed to represent King Khafre. Measuring 73 meters long, it symbolizes strength and wisdom and remains shrouded in mystery.

Lunch Time 

Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo. Then we will move to visit:

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a world-class cultural landmark that showcases over 5,000 years of ancient Egyptian history. It features iconic artifacts such as the Hanging Obelisk, the colossal statue of Ramses II, statues of King Senusert, the Grand Staircase, and the Victory Column of Merneptah. Combining vast collections with impressive modern architecture, the museum offers visitors an immersive and unforgettable experience into Egypt’s rich heritage and legacy.

Overnight

Finally, we drive you back to the hotel overnight.

On day three of your Egypt Christmas holiday, enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel. You'll then be transferred to Cairo Airport for a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin exploring Aswan’s remarkable monuments, starting with:

Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, abandoned due to a crack, was intended to be the largest ever at 42 meters and over 1,000 tons. It reveals the craftsmanship and methods of ancient Egyptian stoneworkers.

Aswan High Dam

The Aswan High Dam, completed in 1970, controls Nile floods, generates power, and creates Lake Nasser. It advanced Egypt’s development but required relocating ancient sites like Abu Simbel.

Philae Temple

Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, was built during the Ptolemaic and Roman eras. Famous for its elegant reliefs, it was relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from flooding. It stands today as a symbol of ancient faith and preservation.

After the tour you will be transferred to the Nile cruise

Early morning you will take a breakfast box and meet the guide to start your journey to Abu Simbel :

Abu Simbel Complex

Built by King Ramses II between 1264–1244 BC, the Abu Simbel temples honor his legacy, victory at Kadesh, and gods like Amun Ra. They stand as stunning symbols of ancient Egyptian power and devotion.

After returning from Abu Simbel the boat will start sailing on the river.

Kom Ombo Temple

Built in the Ptolemaic period, Kom Ombo is a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Known for its symmetrical design, ancient surgical carvings, and a museum of mummified crocodiles, it offers insight into Egyptian religion and daily life.

After finishing Kom Ombo the boat will start sailing to Edfu City

Early morning you will meet the guide before breakfast to start your tour

Edfu Temple

Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, Edfu Temple is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it features grand columns and detailed reliefs depicting Horus’s victory over Set, offering a vivid look into ancient Egyptian religion and architecture..

You will return to the boat and will eat breakfast while the boat will start sailing on the river toward luxor and by the evening the boat will arrive to luxor

You will eat breakfast onboard, then will check-out the nile cruise and meet the tour guide and will start the day by visiting

Valley of the Kings 

The Valley of the Kings holds 65 royal tombs from Egypt’s New Kingdom, including Tutankhamun’s. Carved into rock and richly decorated, these tombs reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife and Egypt’s artistic heritage.

The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Carved into Deir El Bahari cliffs, the Temple of Hatshepsut honors one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs. Built between 1473–1458 BC, its terraces and symmetry symbolize divine devotion and her lasting legacy.

Colossi of Memnon 

The Colossi of Memnon are two 18-meter-tall statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, built around 1350 BC to guard his temple. Later linked to the Greek hero Memnon, they symbolize Egypt’s royal grandeur and legacy.

Lunch Time 

Then move to have your lunch on an island, so your tour includes a boat trip in the Nile River followed by a tour to:

Karnak Temple Complex 

Located in Luxor, the Karnak Temple Complex spans over 2,000 years of construction. It features grand sites like the Precinct of Amun-Re and Hypostyle Hall, symbolizing ancient Egypt’s religious devotion and architectural brilliance.

Overnight

At the end of the day, we will transfer you to luxor airport and as soon as you arrive in Cairo you will transfer to your hotel overnight.

Breakfast at the hotel, then our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities to end your Egypt Christmas 7 days holiday.