8-Day Egypt Christmas Tour: Holiday Special Sights of Egypt

from $2599

Duration:
8 Days

Type:
Group Tour

Run:
19th, 20th, 21st, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th Dec

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Thinking about taking a tour to Egypt this Christmas and New Year? This 8-day Egypt Christmas tour and cruise is the perfect way to spend your holiday vacation; you’ll split your time between exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders and relaxing in the sun as you sail down the sparkling blue Nile River. You’ll begin your vacation with the Great Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Then, a short flight south to warm and beautiful Aswan where you’ll board your luxury cruise ship. Over the next few days, you’ll step foot in ancient temples such as Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple and explore hidden tombs in the Valley of the Kings. This trip is packed with historical sites, quality cuisine, and true Egyptian hospitality and entertainment. Contact us now to reserve your space or customize your trip.

Included:

Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
Assistance with guest relations during your stay
All transfers to/from airport & hotel via vehicle with AC and wifi
Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo
Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo, breakfast included
Accommodation for 3 nights on 5-star cruise ship, full board
All sightseeing tours in Cairo mentioned on itinerary
All sightseeing tours on the cruise shared with small Memphis Tours group
Local English-speaking Egyptologist and tour guide during your trips
Entrance fees to all sites indicated on the itinerary
Meals mentioned on itinerary
Bottled water during outings outside of hotel or cruise ship
Portage as needed
All service charges and taxes

Excluded:

International Airfare
Entry visa to Egypt
Optional tours
Personal spendings
Tips

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo: Welcome to Egypt

Meet & assist service at airport (arrival procedures)
Transport to hotel, check in
Review itinerary with guide
Overnight in Cairo

Day 2: Pyramids & GEM

After enjoying a delicious wholesome breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to start your journey by marveling at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Visit the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple.
After your pyramid visit, you’ll go for lunch at an authentic Egyptian restaurant and then head over to the New Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the Giza Museum, which is an archaeological museum in Giza, Egypt, about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) from the Giza pyramid complex.
Return back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

Day 3: Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Old Cairo & Salah El-Din Citadel

After a hearty Egyptian breakfast, your expert guide will take you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, home to the royal mummies and a remarkable collection showcasing the diverse history of Egypt.
From there, you'll head to Old Cairo, where you’ll explore some of the oldest churches in the country.
After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue your journey through history with a visit to the impressive Salah El-Din Citadel, where you’ll explore the grand Mohammed Ali Mosque and take in panoramic views of Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Old Cairo, Salah El-Din Citadel.