10-Day Egypt Christmas & New Year Tour – Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada
This 10-day Egypt Christmas and New Year tour with Cairo, Nile Cruise and Hurghada combines Egypt’s major historical sites with festive-season travel and a Red Sea stay. The itinerary is designed for travelers visiting during the Christmas or New Year period who want sightseeing, Nile cruising and relaxation in one organized private journey.
The route includes Cairo and Giza, one hotel night in Aswan, a three-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, and three nights in Hurghada. Festive meals or celebrations are included only when specifically confirmed in the selected holiday arrangement.
Christmas and New Year in Egypt
Traveling during the festive season gives this itinerary a different atmosphere from a standard Egypt tour. Hotels and resorts may offer Christmas or New Year events, while the sightseeing program still follows the classic route through Cairo and Upper Egypt. Because festive inclusions can vary by hotel and travel date, the exact dinner or celebration should always be confirmed in the final booking documents.
Cairo and Giza During the Festive Season
The Cairo section includes the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum before continuing into historic Cairo. Our Giza Pyramids visitor guide and Grand Egyptian Museum guide are useful for planning these visits.
Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
After Cairo, the itinerary continues to Aswan before boarding the Nile cruise. The route includes Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu and the major monuments of Luxor. For more background on Aswan sightseeing, see our Philae Temple and Aswan guide.
If you want to understand the cruise experience in more detail, our Nile Cruise guide explains the major stops and general sailing pattern, even though this festive itinerary runs in the opposite direction.
Red Sea Stay in Hurghada
The final three nights are in Hurghada, giving you time to relax after the cultural section of the journey. Optional Red Sea experiences can include snorkeling, diving and boat trips. Our Hurghada vs Sharm El Sheikh guide gives useful context on the Red Sea resort experience.
Who Is This Festive Egypt Tour Best For?
This route suits couples, families and private groups who want to spend Christmas or New Year in Egypt without giving up the country’s classic sightseeing highlights. It is especially suitable for travelers who want a festive resort ending after Cairo and the Nile.
If your holiday dates require different hotel nights, gala dinner arrangements or flight connections, request a custom Christmas or New Year Egypt itinerary.
Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport and transfer to your hotel. A festive dinner or Nile dinner cruise may be available depending on the date.
Overnight: Cairo
Visit the Giza Plateau, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum.
Overnight: Cairo
Visit the Citadel, Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Old Cairo, then fly to Aswan and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Aswan
Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, then board the Nile cruise.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Visit Kom Ombo Temple and continue sailing toward Edfu.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Visit Edfu Temple and continue sailing toward Luxor.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple, then travel by private vehicle to Hurghada.
Overnight: Hurghada
Enjoy a relaxing Red Sea day with optional boat or snorkeling activities.
Overnight: Hurghada
Relax in Hurghada and enjoy a festive celebration when included for your travel dates.
Overnight: Hurghada
Transfer to Hurghada International Airport for departure. A domestic Hurghada-to-Cairo flight is included only when required by the final confirmed arrangements.
