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Thinking about taking a tour to Egypt this Christmas? This tour is the perfect way to spend the holidays; you’ll split your time between exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders and relaxing onboard your Nile cruise.
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.
Day by day
The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.
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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 & Sakkara Tour
After enjoying a delicious wholesome Egyptian breakfast, 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. Take a walk around the Plateau and visit the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple. -
Day 3 The Grand Egyptian Museum Tour
After breakfast, the first stop will be The New Grand Egyptian Museum —Egypt’s newest landmark, located just two kilometers from the pyramids, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts spanning 5,000 years, and featuring the complete Tutankhamun collection displayed together for the very first time. -
Day 4 Fly from Cairo to Aswan - Nile Cruise Tour
Breakfast and check out from Cairo hotel Transfer to airport and flight to Aswan Arrival and greeting in Aswan Transfer to cruise ship, check in Lake Nasser Ancient granite quarries, Unfinished Obelisk Boat ride and visit to Temple of Philae Dinner and evening entertainment Overnight in Aswan… -
Day 5 Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples
Sail to Kom Ombo Kom Ombo temple and crocodile museum Lunch on board and sail to Edfu Horus Temple in Edfu Afternoon tea, sail to Esna Dinner and evening entertainment Overnight in Esna Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. -
Day 6 Luxor Nile Cruise Tours
Breakfast and sail to Luxor Luxor Temple Karnak Temple complex Lunch and afternoon tea Dinner and evening entertainment Overnight in Luxor Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. -
Day 7 Luxor Nile Cruise - Fly Back to Cairo
Breakfast on board and disembarkation Valley of the Kings Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Colossi of Memnon Free time in Luxor Flight to Cairo, hotel check in Overnight in Cairo Meals: Breakfast. -
Day 8 Cairo - Fly Back Home
Free time Transfer to airport for departure Meals: Breakfast
What this holiday includes
Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.
Included
14- 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
Not included
5- International Airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Optional tours
- Personal spendings
- Tips
Prices
Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.
Hotels used
Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel
5
MS Salacia Nile cruise
5
Triumph Luxury Hotel
5
| Occupancy | Embarking on 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, 29th Dec 2026 |
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| Per Person in Tripe Room | USD 2,859 |
| Per Person in Double Room | USD 2,990 |
| One Person Traveling Alone | USD 4,695 |
Hotels used
DWA Nile Cruise
5
Movenpick Nile Cruise
5
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
5
| Occupancy | Embarking on 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 29th, 30th & 31st Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Per Person in Tripe Room | USD 3,465 |
| Per Person in Double Room | USD 3,630 |
| One Person Traveling Alone | USD 5,925 |
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