8 Days Egypt Christmas Tour 2026
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Overview
Spend Christmas 2026 in the most extraordinary setting on earth — sailing the Nile between temples that have stood for 3,500 years, with the Pyramids of Giza behind you and the Valley of the Kings ahead. Egypt For Travel’s 8-day Egypt Christmas Tour is the best-selling Christmas package for a simple reason: December is Egypt’s finest sightseeing month — 20–24°C, clear skies every day, no humidity, and the ancient temples at their most magical in cool morning light. The tour begins in Cairo with the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the Pyramids, then flies south to luxor to embark a 5-star Nile cruise sailing south through Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor. Christmas Day is spent on the Nile. Every day is private, every guide is licensed. Departs December 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd only — book early.
Egypt Christmas Tour 2026 — At a Glance
| Duration | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
| Departure Dates | December 20, 21, 22 & 23 only — limited spaces |
| Cairo | 3 nights · Breakfast included daily |
| Nile Cruise | 4 nights · 5-star ship · Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) |
| Route | Cairo → Aswan → Kom Ombo → Edfu → Luxor |
| Tour Type | 100% Private — your own Egyptologist guide throughout |
| Price from | $1,699 per person |
Why Spend Christmas in Egypt?
December is Egypt’s best sightseeing month — as we explain in detail in our Egypt in December guide. The temperature in Cairo and on the Nile is 20–24°C — cool enough for long days of temple visits and warm enough for comfortable evenings on the cruise deck. The best time to visit Egypt for sightseeing is between October and April, and Christmas week sits at the peak of this ideal window. The Christmas Day gala lunch on the Nile — with the Luxor temples on the west bank and feluccas passing in the late afternoon light — is an experience that replaces the ordinary with the extraordinary.
| Duration: 8 | Type: Private Christmas Tour | Run: Runs: 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December only |
Included
• Meet and greet services at the airport with a name sign in the passport control area.
• Assistance in relations with visitors during your Egypt Christmas Vacation
• Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo with daily breakfast included
• Accommodation for 4 nights in a 5-star boat on the Nile with full board
• The meals mentioned in the previous itinerary in good quality restaurants
• Private tour guide in English/Portuguese/German/Spanish
• All tours have guided and private visits
• Entrance fees to all the sites mentioned in your itinerary of Egypt Christmas Tour
• Bottled water during visits
• All transfers in a private Deluxe vehicle with air conditioning and equipped with free WiFi
• Domestic flight tickets (Cairo/ Luxor- Aswan/ Cairo)
• All taxes and service charges
Excluded
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Egypt visa ($25 on arrival or e-visa online)
- Christmas Day gala dinner supplement on cruise (if applicable — confirmed at booking)
- Optional excursions: Abu Simbel by flight · hot air balloon · Sound & Light Show
- Personal drinks at bar · Tips and gratuities · Travel insurance
Itinerary:
Day 1: Your dream of the best Egypt tours comes true
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt Start your Cairo tour package and Nile cruise. The tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport, and escort you to your hotel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
At the hotel, the representative will help you check in smoothly and will review your itinerary of the best tours in Egypt to confirm the pick-up times for each trip of your vacation in the country. You will spend the night in Cairo.
Welcome drink
Meals included:
free welcome meal
Optional tour:
• Cairo- Light and sound show
Day 2: Visits to the Egyptian pyramids and tour of Cairo
Day 3: Flight to Luxor – Nile River Cruise
Day 4: Best Egypt Tours / Luxor West Bank
Day 5: Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
Day 6: Tour of Aswan
Day 7: Fly from Aswan to Cairo
DAY 8: Cairo – Return home / End of your best Egypt tour
Prices:
Prices
Notes:
Egypt Christmas Tour 2026 — Prices
Our tour prices are quoted in US dollars per person per trip, but you can also choose to pay in Euro or GBP. Please be aware that prices during Christmas, New Year, and Easter reflect peak-season demand and are fixed at the time of booking. Once your Egypt Christmas Tour 2026 is confirmed, we guarantee that no changes will be made to your rate from our side.
Book Early — December Availability Is Limited
The Egypt Christmas Tour 2026 departs on December 20, 21, 22 and 23 only. Nile cruise ships and Cairo hotels for Christmas week are fully booked by October without exception. We strongly recommend confirming your booking by September to secure your preferred departure date and accommodation category. WhatsApp: +20 155 555 2466 · ETA Category A Licence No. 1947.
Tips for Departure
On the final day of your Egypt Christmas Tour it is advisable to avoid booking any outgoing international flights before 3:00 PM. The Luxor–Cairo flight and Cairo airport transfer take approximately 3–4 hours. You may also consider extending your stay. Our Tour Leader is happy to assist you with additional accommodation and transfers if required.
Children Policy
| Age | Price | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years (Infant) | Free of charge | Shares parents’ room · no extra bed needed |
| Under 6 years | 25% of adult rate | Shares parents’ room with extra bed · max 1 child per room |
| Under 12 years | 50% of adult rate | Shares parents’ room with extra bed · max 1 child per room |
| 12 years and older | Full adult rate | Considered adult · pays full rate |
Payment Policy
To secure your Egypt Christmas Tour 2026 at your preferred departure date, we recommend booking early. A deposit of 50% is required to confirm your Christmas booking (peak season). This deposit goes toward your final payment, which is due one week before arrival or can be paid in cash upon arrival in Egypt.
Installment Policy
We offer a convenient installment payment option, allowing you to spread the cost of your Egypt Christmas Tour over 6, 9, or 12 months. Contact us on WhatsApp: +20 155 555 2466 to arrange a personalised installment plan.
Tipping
Tipping is a common and appreciated gesture for exceptional service, though it is not mandatory. As a general guide: Egyptologist guide $10–$15 per day, private driver $5–$8 per day, Nile cruise crew $10–$12 per night (collective tip for all crew). See our Tipping in Egypt 2026 guide for full guidance.
Cancellation Policy
| Days Before Arrival | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 61+ days before arrival | 10% of total price |
| 31–60 days before arrival | 20% of total price |
| 15–30 days before arrival | 50% of total price |
| 1–14 days before arrival | 100% of total price |
Cancellation fees also apply to all domestic flights within Egypt.
