8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas Tour
Experience Egypt’s best through our 8-day Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas Tour. See the famous Pyramids and Sphinx in Cairo, discover ancient temples in Luxor and Aswan, and have a peaceful Nile cruise in Egypt.
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8 day Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas package
Get to experience the highlights of Ancient Egypt through an amazing 8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas Tour with Day Tours Egypt. Explore the iconic monuments of Cairo such as the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum before boarding the luxurious Nile cruise that will take you along the Nile River. This 8 day Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas package combines Cairo sightseeing with a memorable Nile cruise experience.
Visit the archaeological and historic sites of Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan to see the best treasures of ancient Egypt. Enjoy comfortable hotel accommodation, escorted sightseeing tours, delicious meals and stunning views of the Nile during your 8 day Egypt Christmas tour package with Nile Cruise.
This well thought out Egypt tour blends the wonders of Cairo with a Nile cruise, providing you with the opportunity to discover Egypt. The Cairo and Nile Cruise 8 day itinerary covers the highlights of Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan in one memorable journey.
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Arrival in Cairo
Arrival in Cairo
Upon reaching Cairo International Airport, you will be received by a representative from Day Tours in Egypt holding a sign displaying your name. Thereafter, you will be driven to your hotel in Giza in a private air-conditioned car.
Upon reaching your hotel, you will enjoy a welcome drink while our representative assists you with check-in. Our tour manager will also brief you about the itinerary of your 8 day Egypt Christmas tour package with Nile Cruise.
Accommodation in Cairo.
Meals: Welcome Drink
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Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and meet your Egyptologist guide in the hotel lobby to start your sightseeing tour as part of your 8 days Egypt tour Cairo and Nile Cruise.
Your tour will take you to the Giza Pyramids, where you will see the Great Pyramid of King Cheops, the Pyramid of King Chephren, and the Pyramid of King Mycerinus.
Then, proceed to the Great Sphinx – the great protector of the Giza Necropolis – and the Valley Temple of King Chephren, which was made out of Aswan granite and used to perform the mummification of the king.
Proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum, which houses numerous pieces of ancient Egyptian treasures and artifacts, including the fabulous collection of treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Also, enjoy a fantastic Coptic Cairo Tour, which will include visits to the ancient Roman Fortress of Babylon, the Hanging Church, Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Lunch will be provided at a high-standard restaurant overlooking the Nile.
Next, head to Islamic Cairo, where you will spend some time exploring Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most famous markets in Cairo, and get some souvenirs that reflect old Cairo.
Then transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Flight from Cairo to Aswan & Luxor East Bank Tour
Flight from Cairo to Aswan & Luxor East Bank Tour
Breakfast and check out of your hotel in Giza. Your tour manager will accompany you to Cairo International Airport to board your domestic flight to Aswan.
On arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your Nile cruise for embarkation on board the 5-star Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise.
After check-in, enjoy lunch and then have some leisure time to yourself.
Later in the day, meet your Egyptologist guide for your sightseeing tour in Luxor East Bank, including Karnak Temple, which is considered one of the greatest temple complexes in ancient Egypt.
Continue to Luxor Temple, built for worshipping the Theban Triad of Gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Enjoy the enchanting ambience of Luxor’s ancient temples and later return to your cruise.
Enjoy dinner on board and spend your first night on board your Nile cruise as part of your Cairo and Nile Cruise 8 day itinerary.
Overnight on board the Nile Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Luxor West Bank & Sailing to Edfu
Luxor West Bank & Sailing to Edfu
Enjoy breakfast on the Nile cruise before starting the Luxor West Bank tour as part of your Cairo Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise tour.
Transfer from the cruise ship across the Nile to see the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, two statues of King Amenhotep III.
Proceed for a visit to the famous Valley of the Kings, the burial site of the Pharaohs of the New Kingdom Period. Discover the interesting history behind the tombs and the Pharaohs who were buried there including King Tutankhamun.
Next explore the amazing Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, considered to be one of the best temples in Luxor.
Optional: Hot air balloon ride above Luxor.
Return to the cruise ship and enjoy lunch during the sailing towards Edfu. Sit back and enjoy the amazing view of the Nile.
Enjoy dinner on the cruise ship, after which there is an entertainment show and music performance.
Overnight on the Nile cruise in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Edfu Temple & Kom Ombo Temple
Edfu Temple & Kom Ombo Temple
Have breakfast on board the Nile cruise and then proceed to the wonderful Temple of Edfu, which is among the best-preserved temples in Egypt. The temple was built for Horus, the falcon-headed god.
Return to the Nile cruise and sail towards Kom Ombo.
At Kom Ombo, tour the interesting Kom Ombo Temple, built in honor of the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus.
Return to the boat and have lunch as the boat sails towards Aswan.
Aswan is the next stop on the way.
Dinner and overnight at Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Aswan Sightseeing Tour
Aswan Sightseeing Tour
Breakfast buffet is served on board the Nile cruise before your Aswan sightseeing tour, guided by a private Egyptologist guide as part of your 8 day Egypt Christmas tour package with Nile Cruise.
Your first stop will be the magnificent High Dam, which is an outstanding engineering feat and one of the most important modern ventures of Egypt.
Next, make a motorboat trip to Philae Temple an island temple mainly devoted to the goddess Isis.
Proceed to Aswan granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk offering insights into how ancient Egyptians managed to quarry and haul huge stone monuments.
Complete your Aswan sightseeing tour and return to the Nile cruise.
Dinner is served on board the cruise before spending your last night in Aswan while gazing at the Nile.
Overnight on board the Nile Cruise in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Flight from Aswan to Cairo
Flight from Aswan to Cairo
Proceed to check out and depart from the Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise after breakfast.
A Day Tours in Egypt guide will escort you to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted and escorted by one of our representatives to your hotel in Giza through a private, air-conditioned transfer.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Stay overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
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Final Departure from Egypt
Final Departure from Egypt
Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel. This day is dedicated to a free morning at your leisure, or alternatively, you can join any of our optional Cairo tours if your departure flight allows for it.
At a later time, our representative from Day Tours in Egypt will take you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
We trust you enjoyed your Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas tour.
Meals: Breakfast
Whats Included Whats Not
Included
- Accommodation in a Cairo hotel for 3 nights, including breakfast.
- Accommodation for 4 nights aboard the 5-star Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise, sailing from Aswan to Luxor.
- Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor to Cairo.
- Entrance fees and tickets to all mentioned sites, monuments, and museums in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.
- Delicious lunches at selected, high-quality local restaurants during your Egypt tours.
- Stops for snacks upon request.
- All transfers between airports, hotels, cruise ships, and sightseeing locations in a private, air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
- Private sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, including excursions during the Nile cruise.
- Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks during sightseeing tours in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor.
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide throughout the excursions. Other language-speaking guides are available upon request.
- All meals at the Cairo hotel and aboard the Nile cruise, as specified in the tour itinerary.
- Shopping stops in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor upon request.
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- International flight tickets.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Tipping for guides, drivers, cruise staff, and other service personnel.
- Any extra or optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Beverages during meals.
- Any price increases resulting from changes in government taxes, fuel prices, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Tour price applies during the peak Christmas and New Year season in Egypt.
Know Before You Book
Tour Highlights & Landmarks
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Egyptian Museum
- Edfu Temple
- Giza Pyramids
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Karnak Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Colossi of Memnon
- Philae Temple
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Great Sphinx
- Hanging Church
- Aswan High Dam
- Coptic Cairo
- Luxor Temple
Important Details for Your Visit
- Pickup & Transportation:
- Transfer to your hotel in Giza.
- Flight: Cairo → Aswan.
- Flight: Aswan To Cairo Proceed → Check Out.
- Flight: Aswan → Cairo.
- Motorboat transportation.
- Nile cruise transportation.
- Meeting Point:
- Cairo International Airport or your hotel in Cairo.
- Our representative will meet you upon arrival, assist you with your transfer, and accompany you throughout the tour arrangements.
- Breakfast included.
- Lunch included.
- Bottled water included.
- Soft drinks included.
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Egypt Day Tours FAQ
Quick answers for travelers comparing Egypt day tour categories, private guides, pickup details and custom plans.
What does the 8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas Tour include?
The tour includes Cairo sightseeing, a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, accommodation, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, private transfers, and guided visits to the main ancient Egyptian attractions.
Which places will I visit during this Christmas tour in Egypt?
You will visit the highlights of Cairo, including the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, and Islamic Cairo. The Nile cruise itinerary also includes Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan.
Is the Nile Cruise included in the 8-day Christmas package?
Yes. The Nile cruise is an important part of the 8 day Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas package, with accommodation and sightseeing during the cruise as described in the itinerary.
What can I see in Luxor during the Nile Cruise?
The itinerary includes visits to the East and West Banks of Luxor, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Can I add optional tours during my Christmas trip to Egypt?
Yes. Optional tours may be available during your free time, depending on your itinerary and flight schedule. You can ask your tour manager about the available options.
How do I book the 8-day Egypt Christmas tour with Nile Cruise?
You can contact Day Tours in Egypt with your preferred travel dates and booking details. Our team can provide the available options and help arrange your 8 day Egypt Christmas tour package with Nile Cruise.
