8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise during the Christmas

Egypt Christmas & New Year Tour Packages
8 days - 7 nights

Christmas Egypt Package

8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise Christmas Holiday

Celebrate Christmas in Egypt with a private journey from Cairo to Aswan, a Nile Cruise toward Luxor, and a final return to Cairo. The route combines the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna Lock, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple.

8 days / 7 nights
Private tour
Cairo to Cairo
5-star hotels & Nile Cruise
Christmas & New Year season

Route Cairo, Aswan, Nile Cruise & Luxor A compact festive route covering Egypt’s most famous ancient sites.

Best For Couples, families & culture lovers Designed for private travel, sightseeing and comfortable holiday logistics.

Travel Style Guided cultural holiday Private transfers, Egyptologist guiding and organized domestic flights.

Gift 15-minute camel ride A short camel ride by the Pyramids is included as a travel gift.

Why This Christmas Tour Works

This package keeps the classic Egypt route clear and comfortable: Cairo first, then Aswan and the Nile Cruise, followed by Luxor’s ancient Thebes and a final Cairo overnight before departure.

Helpful Travel Answers

Cairo’s Essential Sites

Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum in one guided Cairo sightseeing day.

Nile Cruise Scenery

Board the Nile Cruise in Aswan and enjoy sailing days with temple visits, full-board meals and classic Nile landscapes.

Aswan to Luxor Temples

Explore Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple and the sailing experience through Esna Lock before arriving in Luxor.

Ancient Thebes

Discover the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple with an expert guide.

Itinerary Snapshot

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Day
1

Arrival in Cairo

Meet and assist at Cairo Airport, transfer to your hotel, and receive an introduction to your Christmas Egypt program.

Day
2

Giza, Saqqara & GEM

Visit Saqqara, the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum, with lunch during the tour.

Day
3

Fly to Aswan & Board the Cruise

Fly from Cairo to Aswan, visit Philae Temple, then check in to your 5-star Nile Cruise.

Day
4

Kom Ombo Temple

Enjoy the cruise atmosphere and visit Kom Ombo Temple. Abu Simbel can be added as an optional early-morning tour.

Day
5

Edfu Temple & Esna Lock

Visit Edfu Temple, continue sailing and experience the passage through Esna Lock on the way to Luxor.

Day
6

Luxor Ancient Sites

Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple, then overnight in Luxor.

Day
7

Fly Back to Cairo

Transfer to Luxor Airport, fly back to Cairo and enjoy free time after check-in at your Cairo hotel.

Day
8

Departure

Check out and transfer according to your departure details, with assistance for the final travel arrangements.

Included, Excluded & Extra Fees

A clear service overview to help travelers understand what is part of the package and what should be requested separately.

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Included Services

Hotel, airport and transfer assistance during the package.
7 nights in carefully selected 5-star accommodation.
Professional certified Egyptologist tour guide.
Entrance fees to the sightseeing sites mentioned in the program.
Private air-conditioned ground transportation.
Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor to Cairo.
Unlimited bottled water in the private vehicle during guided tours.
Local taxes, service charges and fully private tour arrangements.

Not Included

International airfare and Egypt entry visa.
Drinks, personal purchases and personal expenses.
Optional tours not listed as included in the program.
Any services or extras not clearly mentioned in the inclusions.
Gratuities and tipping.
Visiting the Pyramids from inside.
Beverages during the Nile Cruise.
Special tickets such as selected tombs or optional evening visits.

Gift Camel ride by the Pyramids The package includes a 15-minute camel ride near the Pyramids area.

Deposit 50% booking deposit The page lists a 50% deposit of the total booking amount to secure the reservation.

Season Price changes by travel date Christmas and New Year availability can affect hotel, cruise and flight arrangements.

Quick Travel Answers

Useful answers for visitors searching for an Egypt Christmas tour with Cairo, Nile Cruise and Luxor.

Is this Egypt Christmas package private?

Yes. The package is presented as a private tour with private ground transportation and guided sightseeing during the main visits.

Does the route start and end in Cairo?

Yes. The tour starts in Cairo, continues to Aswan and Luxor through the Nile Cruise route, then returns to Cairo before departure.

Are domestic flights included?

The package includes domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo, arranged according to flight availability.

Can optional tours be added?

Yes. Optional experiences such as the Pyramids Sound and Light Show, Nubian Village, Abu Simbel, Luxor Temple and hot air balloon can be added on request with extra fees.

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Day 1: Meet and assist at Cairo Airport, transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and Saqqara.
Day 3: Fly to Aswan and board your luxury Nile cruise.
Day 4: Sail to Kom Ombo Temple.
Day 5: Visit Edfu Temple and arrive in Luxor.
Day 6: Discover Luxor’s temples and royal tombs.
Day 7: Fly back to Cairo and enjoy a relaxing free day.
Day 8: Departure.

• Visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
• Discover Alexandria’s treasures, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Seraphim Temple, and Qaitbay Citadel.
• Explore Aswan’s highlights: the Philae Temple, and the twin temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
• Experience ancient Thebes in Luxor: Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and Hatshepsut Temple.

Camel riding by the pyramids for 15 minutes.

Due to potentially high temperatures during summers, consider packing a hat and sunscreen for your tour.

Ensure your comfort by wearing suitable footwear, as both Saqqara and the Pyramids of Giza are situated in desert environments.

The tour leader will be waiting inside the airport with a sign with your name on it , and he will contact you with WhatsApp if it is available .

Dress Code: Smart casual clothes are recommended.

Comfortable shoes for walking, sunglasses, and sun hats are important in summertime.

Hotels Categories: 5-stars hotels

Ground transportation: Modern new A/C cars, buses, and minibuses will be used for ground transportation during your tours.

Flights: Domestic flights will be operated by EgyptAir or by AirCairo depending on availability.

Guide: You will have a professional tour guide who will be with you at all the sights, providing expert insights and making your experience even more memorable.

Restaurants : Need to inform you that all of the restaurants offer a variety of halal, vegetarian, and other food options to suit your preferences. Inform us if you have any special requests; you can enjoy a wide range of choices during your stay.

If you would like to extend your stay and add one or two extra nights to the tour package you've chosen, please let us know. We’d be happy to assist with the arrangements.

Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation number along with all the detailed information about your tour package.

Egypt Tours Club · Christmas Itinerary

8-Day Cairo & Nile Cruise Christmas Holiday

A private festive journey combining Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Aswan, a three-night Nile Cruise and Luxor, with domestic flights and 5-star accommodation.

8 days / 7 nightsCairo · Aswan · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor5-star hotels & Nile Cruise

Cairo skyline representing Christmas arrival

DAY1 Cairo

Arrival in Cairo

Airport meet-and-assist, private transfer and check-in at a selected 5-star hotel.

An Egypt Tours Club representative will meet you inside Cairo International Airport, assist with arrival procedures and transfer you privately to the selected hotel while introducing the festive programme.

Included experiences

Airport Meet & Assist

Personal reception and assistance with visa and customs procedures.

Private Hotel Transfer

Direct transfer to the selected 5-star Cairo hotel.

Optional · Extra fee

Pyramids Sound & Light Show

Optional one-hour evening experience.

Optional · Extra fee

Cairo by Night or Quad Safari

Optional activities subject to arrival time.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo

MealsHotel breakfast plan; no arrival-day meal specified

TransportPrivate airport-to-hotel transfer

Note: Standard check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Christmas availability and gala supplements must be reconfirmed.

Pyramids of Giza representing the Cairo sightseeing day

DAY2 Giza & Saqqara

Saqqara, Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx & GEM

Explore Cairo’s essential ancient Egyptian sites with a private Egyptologist.

After breakfast, visit Saqqara, the Giza Plateau and the Grand Egyptian Museum. See the Step Pyramid, the three principal pyramids, the Great Sphinx and major museum collections.

Included experiences

Saqqara & Step Pyramid

Visit the royal necropolis and Djoser’s pyramid complex.

Pyramids of Giza

Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.

Great Sphinx

See the monumental limestone guardian of Giza.

Grand Egyptian Museum

Explore major collections dedicated to ancient Egyptian civilization.

15-Minute Camel Ride

Included as the published package gift near the pyramids.

Optional · Extra fee

Inside the Pyramids

Interior access requires a separate ticket.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo

MealsBreakfast and lunch

TransportPrivate air-conditioned sightseeing vehicle

Note: The published timing allocates about two hours to Saqqara, three hours to Giza and two hours to GEM.

Philae Temple and Aswan representing cruise embarkation

DAY3 Cairo → Aswan

Flight to Aswan, Philae Temple & Cruise Embarkation

Fly south, visit Philae Temple and board a 5-star Nile Cruise.

Transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Aswan. Meet your guide, visit Philae Temple by local boat and then check in to the Nile Cruise for lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and the first overnight on board.

Included experiences

Domestic Flight Cairo → Aswan

Included according to the official package services.

Philae Temple

Visit the island sanctuary dedicated to Isis.

Nile Cruise Embarkation

Check in to the selected 5-star cruise.

Optional · Extra fee

Nubian Village

Optional cultural visit with an additional fee.

AccommodationSelected 5-star Nile Cruise

MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner

TransportPrivate airport transfers, domestic flight, local boat and cruise transfer

Note: The High Dam is not listed in the detailed included activities for this package. Cruise boarding time depends on the flight schedule.

Kom Ombo Temple representing the fourth day

DAY4 Aswan → Kom Ombo

Optional Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo Temple

Enjoy the cruise atmosphere and visit the unique riverside double temple.

Enjoy breakfast on board. Abu Simbel may be added with a very early departure. The cruise sails at approximately 2:00 PM and reaches Kom Ombo around 5:00 PM for the included temple visit.

Included experiences

Kom Ombo Temple

Explore the symmetrical temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.

Nile Cruise Sailing

Enjoy river scenery and full-board service.

Optional · Extra fee

Abu Simbel Temples

Optional early-morning road excursion with extra fees.

AccommodationSelected 5-star Nile Cruise

MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner

TransportCruise sailing and local temple transfer

Note: Guests adding Abu Simbel may depart around 5:00 AM. Exact sailing and visit times depend on cruise operations.

DAY5 Kom Ombo → Edfu → Luxor

Edfu Temple & Esna Lock

Visit the Temple of Horus and continue sailing through Esna Lock toward Luxor.

Visit Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient sanctuaries. Return to the ship and continue sailing through Esna Lock toward Luxor.

Included experiences

Edfu Temple

Explore the monumental Temple of Horus, its pylons, courts and sanctuary.

Crossing Esna Lock

Experience the cruise passage through the historic Nile lock.

Nile Cruise Sailing

Relax on board while travelling toward Luxor.

AccommodationSelected 5-star Nile Cruise

MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner

TransportCruise sailing and local Edfu transfer

Note: Temple timing and Esna Lock passage are controlled by the cruise operating schedule.

Karnak Temple columns representing Luxor sightseeing

DAY6 Luxor

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Memnon & Karnak

Disembark and explore Luxor’s royal tombs and monumental temples.

After cruise check-out, visit the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple, then check in to a 5-star Luxor hotel.

Included experiences

Valley of the Kings

Enter selected royal tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Explore the terraced mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari.

Colossi of Memnon

See the monumental statues of Amenhotep III.

Karnak Temple Complex

Walk through monumental courts and the Great Hypostyle Hall.

Optional · Extra fee

Tutankhamun’s Tomb

Requires a separate special ticket.

Optional · Extra fee

Hot-Air Balloon or Luxor Temple

Optional Luxor experiences with extra fees.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Luxor

MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner

TransportCruise disembarkation and private Luxor sightseeing vehicle

Note: The published Karnak visit is scheduled around 3:00 PM. Actual timing depends on cruise disembarkation and traffic.

Cairo skyline representing return from Luxor

DAY7 Luxor → Cairo

Flight Back to Cairo & Free Time

Fly back to Cairo and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

After breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer to Luxor Airport for the included flight to Cairo. On arrival, transfer privately to the selected Cairo hotel and enjoy free time.

Included experiences

Domestic Flight Luxor → Cairo

Included according to the package services.

Private Airport Transfers

Transfers in Luxor and Cairo are included.

Free Time in Cairo

Use the remaining day for rest, shopping or a separately arranged activity.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo

MealsBreakfast only; food and beverages are excluded during the free time

TransportPrivate airport transfers and domestic flight

Note: Optional activities and meals during the free day are not included unless confirmed separately.

Historic Cairo skyline representing departure

DAY8 Cairo

Departure from Cairo

Hotel check-out and private transfer according to the confirmed departure details.

Complete hotel check-out and meet your private driver at the confirmed time. Transfer to Cairo International Airport or the agreed next location.

Included experiences

Hotel Check-out

Complete departure formalities, normally by 11:00 AM.

Private Departure Transfer

Travel to Cairo International Airport or the agreed drop-off point.

Optional · Extra fee

Late Check-out

May be requested subject to availability and an additional charge.

AccommodationCheck-out day

MealsBreakfast

TransportPrivate hotel-to-airport transfer

Note: The page contains a generic bullet mentioning Alexandria, but Alexandria is absent from the eight-day itinerary and official inclusions, so it is not part of this programme.

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8 Days / 7 Nights

Inclusions & Exclusions

What Is Included and Excluded?

Review the confirmed services for this eight-day Christmas journey combining Cairo, Aswan, a Nile cruise and Luxor. The package provides seven nights in selected 5-star accommodation, two domestic flights, private Egyptologist-guided sightseeing, private air-conditioned transportation, standard entrance fees, bottled water, local taxes and the meals stated in the detailed programme.

Christmas Tour Inclusions

Services confirmed by the detailed itinerary and final package list

7 nights total3 cruise nights2 domestic flightsPrivate tours

Airport, hotel and station pickup and drop-off
Meet-and-assist on arrival in Cairo, private transfers throughout the confirmed programme and final departure transfer.
4 hotel nights in selected 5-star accommodation
Three nights are shown in Cairo on Days 1, 2 and 7, plus one night in a 5-star Luxor hotel on Day 6.
3 nights on a standard 5-star Nile cruise
Three cruise nights from Aswan toward Luxor on Days 3, 4 and 5.
Domestic flights Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo
One flight to Aswan on Day 3 and one flight back to Cairo on Day 7, operated according to airline availability.
Professional certified Egyptologist guide
A qualified Egyptologist accompanies the confirmed sightseeing and provides historical explanations.
Standard entrance fees to the confirmed attractions
Regular admission to Saqqara, the Giza Pyramids plateau and Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temples.
Full private ground transportation
Modern air-conditioned vehicles for airport transfers, sightseeing and the scheduled local services between the included attractions.
Meals stated day by day
Day 2 includes breakfast and lunch; Days 3–6 include breakfast, lunch and dinner; Day 7 includes breakfast. Food and beverages during the free day are excluded.
Unlimited bottled water in the private vehicle
Bottled water is provided during the confirmed road transfers and sightseeing services.
Local taxes and service charges
Applicable local taxes and service charges connected with the expressly included services.
Fully private tours
The published sightseeing services are operated privately for a personalized experience.

Christmas Tour Exclusions

Items payable separately unless confirmed in writing

International airfareOptional toursCruise beveragesTipping

International airfare
International flights to and from Egypt are not included.
Egypt entry visa fee
Arrival assistance is included, but the visa fee itself is not listed as included.
Beverages during the cruise and free day
Cruise drinks and food or beverages during the Cairo free day are excluded unless expressly confirmed.
Personal expenses
Shopping, souvenirs, laundry, minibar, room service, telephone charges, medical expenses and other private purchases are excluded.
Optional Cairo and Giza experiences
The Pyramids Sound and Light Show, Cairo by Night and quad safari require separate payment.
Optional Aswan experiences
The Nubian Village and Abu Simbel Temples excursions carry additional fees.
Optional Luxor experiences
The hot-air balloon ride and Luxor Temple visit are optional and payable separately.
Camel ride unless confirmed in writing
A 15-minute camel ride appears in the overview but not in the detailed included-activity list or final inclusion list.
Inside-pyramid and premium tomb tickets
Entry inside the Giza Pyramids, Tutankhamun’s tomb and any separately ticketed or restricted-access attraction require additional payment.
Alexandria excursion unless added in writing
Alexandria appears in the highlights, but no Alexandria day, transportation, accommodation or entrance fees appear in the eight-day itinerary.
Christmas gala dinner or festive event
No gala dinner, special Christmas celebration or compulsory festive programme is expressly included on the page.
Accommodation, cabin and flight upgrades
Higher room or cabin categories, flight changes, extra nights, early check-in and late checkout require a revised quotation.
Tipping and gratuities
Tips for guides, drivers, cruise staff, representatives and hotel staff are not included.
Anything not expressly stated as included
Any unlisted transfer, meal, attraction, ticket or service remains excluded unless added in writing.

Accommodation3 Cairo + 3 cruise + 1 Luxor nightsSeven nights in selected 5-star accommodation.

Internal travelCairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo flightsTwo domestic flight sectors are included.

RouteCairo → Aswan → Nile Cruise → Luxor → CairoChristmas heritage journey with a Cairo free day.

Important page discrepancies: Alexandria and its attractions appear in the highlights, but the detailed eight-day itinerary contains no Alexandria visit. The 15-minute camel ride appears only in the overview and is absent from the final included list. The page confirms seven nights of 5-star accommodation; the detailed allocation is three Cairo hotel nights, three cruise nights and one Luxor hotel night. Day 1 and Day 8 do not provide a confirmed meal line, and Day 7 expressly excludes food and beverages during the free day. Although the product is a Christmas package, no gala dinner or festive event is expressly included.

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Current Season Price Details

The trip is available for booking starting from 2026-12-16

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out

	Single Room	Double Room	Triple Room
Must adult #
Price per adult	$ 3615	$ 2275	$ 2275
Max child # [age:6-11]
Price per child	$ 1808	$ 1138
Max infant # [age:0-5]
Price per infant	$ 904	$ 569

Deposit

50 % of the total booking amount

Extra Fees

Optional tours.
Visiting the pyramids from inside.
Beverages during the cruise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise during the Christmas

8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise Christmas Holiday

Why This Christmas Tour Works

Cairo’s Essential Sites

Nile Cruise Scenery

Aswan to Luxor Temples

Ancient Thebes

Itinerary Snapshot

Arrival in Cairo

Giza, Saqqara & GEM

Fly to Aswan & Board the Cruise

Kom Ombo Temple

Edfu Temple & Esna Lock

Luxor Ancient Sites

Fly Back to Cairo

Departure

Included, Excluded & Extra Fees

Included Services

Not Included

Quick Travel Answers

Review the full itinerary or request a Christmas quotation

Arrival in Cairo

Airport Meet & Assist

Private Hotel Transfer

Pyramids Sound & Light Show

Cairo by Night or Quad Safari

Saqqara, Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx & GEM

Saqqara & Step Pyramid

Pyramids of Giza

Great Sphinx

Grand Egyptian Museum

15-Minute Camel Ride

Inside the Pyramids

Flight to Aswan, Philae Temple & Cruise Embarkation

Domestic Flight Cairo → Aswan

Philae Temple

Nile Cruise Embarkation

Nubian Village

Optional Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo Temple

Kom Ombo Temple

Nile Cruise Sailing

Abu Simbel Temples

Edfu Temple & Esna Lock

Edfu Temple

Crossing Esna Lock

Nile Cruise Sailing

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Memnon & Karnak

Valley of the Kings

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Colossi of Memnon

Karnak Temple Complex

Tutankhamun’s Tomb

Hot-Air Balloon or Luxor Temple

Flight Back to Cairo & Free Time

Domestic Flight Luxor → Cairo

Private Airport Transfers

Free Time in Cairo

Departure from Cairo

Hotel Check-out

Private Departure Transfer

Late Check-out

Christmas Tour Inclusions

Airport, hotel and station pickup and drop-off

4 hotel nights in selected 5-star accommodation

3 nights on a standard 5-star Nile cruise

Domestic flights Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo

Professional certified Egyptologist guide

Standard entrance fees to the confirmed attractions

Full private ground transportation

Meals stated day by day

Unlimited bottled water in the private vehicle

Local taxes and service charges

Fully private tours

Christmas Tour Exclusions

International airfare

Egypt entry visa fee

Beverages during the cruise and free day

Personal expenses

Optional Cairo and Giza experiences

Optional Aswan experiences