6-Day Egypt Christmas Vacation to Cairo and Hurghada -MCCT06










Overview
Seize yourself a seat to a mixture of Cairo attractions with the beauty of the Red Sea beaches in Hurghada as you book this Egypt Christmas vacation package at a budget-friendly price.
This tour is among the few New Year tours in Egypt that are a combination of historical, relaxational, and adventurous types.ย
Starting from Cairo, weโll take you to the Great Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx, the historical Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo.ย ย
And in Hurghada, you may enjoy Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing, Desert Safaris, Submarine Tours, and much more!
Book this Egypt Christmas vacation and get a discount of up to 20%
Highlights
- In Cairo, discover the majestic Pyramids of Giza and the treasures at the Egyptian Museum.
- Immerse yourself in the Alabaster Mosque and Sultan Hassan Mosque.
- Visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of Abu Serga, and the Hanging Church.
- Wander through the vibrant streets of Khan El Khalili and Al Muizz Streets.
- Enjoy the Red Sea weather at Hurghada and indulge in many optional activities.ย
Included/Excluded
- Pick up and drop off
- Accommodation
- AC transportation
- Certified tour guide
- Nile cruise ship accommodation
- Taxes
- Bottled water
- International tickets
- Egypt entry Visa
- Entrance fees
- Optional tours
- Tippings
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Cairo
Your experience of Nile Cruise at Christmas time in Egypt starts from the capital of Egypt, Cairo. Our representative will assist you with all thatโs necessary at Cairo International Airport.ย
Then, youโll be transported to the comfort of your hotel for the overnight via our private AC vehicle.
Day 2: Cairo Full Day
Today, a busy day is waiting for you on this remarkable Egypt Christmas package.
Following breakfast, your tour in Egypt begins with the Great Pyramids of Giza, the majestic work of 3 great Pharaohs: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure that testify to royal perfectionism & artistry and bring the history to life in front of your eyes.
Also, at the Giza plateau, youโll meet the mighty Sphinx, an architectural beauty of limestone 3,000 years old of a mythical creature that represents the greatness of ancient Egypt architecture.ย
After lunch, your journey takes you to the innovative Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, which represents a major shift in the pyramids' construction principle. It was surrounded by temples and courtyards honoring King Djoser.ย
Later, youโll be taken back to your hotel.ย
Day 3: Transfer to Hurghada
Following breakfast, youโll be on your way to Hurghada via our AC vehicle, and as you reach there, weโll get you to your hotel.ย
You may enjoy your day at leisure or check for our optional Hurghada day tours.ย ย
Day 4: Hurghada
After breakfast, enjoy your day in Hurghada at leisure or check for our optional Hurghada day tours that offer Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Submarine trips, or just relaxing on the beach.ย
Day 5: Back to Cairo
Upon breakfast, youโll hit the road back to the capital, to start exploring the Old Cairo district and other Cairo attractions.ย ย
First, youโll kick off the day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses Egyptโs major stock of artifacts and monuments of almost 170,000 different extraordinary pieces like the treasuries of great Kings like Tutankhamun and his famous mask.
After lunch, youโll take part in exploring the medieval ages of Cairo starting with Salah El Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque which sits on top of El Mokattam hill and boasts exquisite minarets and domes built by Muhammad Ali Pasha from limestone.
Then, youโll continue to the Coptic Cairo starting with Ben Ezra Synagogue, which has peaceful interiors with fabulously crafted furnishings and decorations, along with stained glass windows imposing the cultural and historical importance of the synagogue itself which allegedly was built where baby Moses was discovered by the Pharaoh's daughter.
Continuing with Old Cairo, youโll witness the Hanging Church, a Coptic marvel that was once the major center for Christian worship for centuries and mixes between the Byzantine and Coptic architectural styles.
Shortly after, youโll enter the Church of Abu Serga or โChurch of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Churchโ, where the Holy Family took refuge and has a unique style in its basilica layout, nave, and its wooden roof that symbolizes Noahโs Ark.
Later, weโll take you to Al Muizz Street, which is an open-air museum and includes a wide range of Islamic architecture like madrasas and historical mosques from different eras like Mamluk, Fatimid, and Ottoman.ย
Last but not least, youโll continue wandering at Khan El Khalili Street. A souk that remained since the 14th century and a main destination for many goods like spices, gold, soap, and handmade souvenirs which you'll definitely like and buy for your loved ones.
Finally, you will be escorted to your hotel, complementing your visiting list on your Egypt Christmas vacation.
Day 6: Flying back Home
As we started our exceptional New Year tour in Egypt at the airport, we end it at the airport as well.
After breakfast, weโll deliver you to the Cairo International Airport for your trip back home.