10 Days Egypt Christmas Tour to Major Highlights 2023/2024

Arrival Day

Welcome to CIA

Egypt is always delighted to see guests from throughout the world! Consider your current location to be a time machine that allows you to go back and forth in time. Seeing pharaohs' artworks, which serve as documentation of all of ancient Egypt's major historical events, is unquestionably inspiring.

As soon as you arrive at the airport, a member of our staff will greet you and assist you with the immigration process, including obtaining your entrance visa, as well as customs processes and luggage retrieval. You won't have to stress about the time-consuming airport processes because you'll be given all the assistance you require.

Our airport representative will assist you in locating a well-maintained vehicle that will transport you to your hotel in comfort.

You will grow increasingly interested in learning more about Egypt's traditions and culture as you drive through Egyptian streets for your first encounter with Egypt. Your interest in Egypt's culture and legacy will deepen as you drive from the airport to your hotel through Cairo's streets, seeing the streets and buildings via the car window. With the assistance of Egypt United Tours consultants, airport check-in will be a breeze. In the late hours of your first day, you are free to wander around the hotel or the surrounding Cairo areas.

Pyramids of Giza & Egyptian Museum

Pyramids of Giza

Breakfast at the hotel will be your first taste of Egyptian cuisine, and you'll be joined by our Egyptologist for the rest of the day. Follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs by getting lost in the world-famous tourist destination. You'd be proud to be a true visitor to one of the world's seven ancient marvels, which has lasted thousands of years. The Giza Plateau is home to the Giza Pyramids.

When visitors arrive on the Giza Plateau, they are greeted by Khufu's pyramid, and here is the perfect opportunity to feel what it's like to stand in front of such a masterpiece! With the guidance of your Egyptologist guide, learn more about the pharaohs as you tour the Solar Ship Site.

Then, Lunch at Pyramids view restaurant.

Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian museum will be the centerpiece of your second visit, which will be accompanied by an Egyptologist from Egypt United Tours. Tut's famous golden treasure is discovered there, and it is the museum's most famous and important stop, together with other 100.000 gorgeous Pharaonic treasures on exhibit in the Egyptian Museum's beautiful structure. Keep in mind that the Egyptologist is generally a vital addition to your trip, so pay attention to him as he discusses the hidden history behind the monuments you see.

Finally, transfer back to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Aswan Day Tour

Day Tour in Aswan to High Dam Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple

Breakfast at your hotel then, transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport to fly to Aswan. Arrive at Aswan Domestic airport and meet your tour guide and driver to go to the air-conditioned vehicle with him/her. Begin a project that will have a positive impact on Egyptians' lives. On a global scale, the High Dam is one of the major megaprojects of the twentieth century.

You'll be able to see the water rushing through a 111-meter-high debris dam that's 3.5 kilometers long and 1 kilometer broad! Also on show is the world's largest man-made lake. Nasser Lake can be seen in the background.

At a significant engineering site, one of ancient Egypt's architectural marvels will be uncovered. In order to discover more about the history of the obelisks, their hands followed the pharaonic lines.

As you enter each temple, you are greeted with this obelisk. With the help of a single column, the sun's rays illuminate the temple walls. Obelisks were crafted in a unique fashion by the ancient Egyptians. When they arrived, they were taken to the temples. How they were raised to be able to endure for thousands of years is both intriguing and amazing. Atop the Unfinished Obelisk, Pharaohs explain everything to one another.

Lunch will be served in the heart of Aswan's natural beauty, surrounded by lush vegetation. The time has come for Philae Port to open its gates. When you meet a Nubian for the first time, you will be greeted with friendliness. Follow in Osiris' footsteps by taking a water taxi to the Nile's center, where Pharaoh-like guardians await your every move.

Philae Temple

With this historical context in mind, enjoy these nice notions while sailing. The banks of the Nile are lushly green, providing a lovely backdrop for discovering the treasure of the temples. The temple's name is Philae Temple.

Unique trees and plants, as well as pharaonic inscriptions and stunning buildings, can be found among the bizarre surroundings, telling the story of three civilizations.

After you've relaxed, enjoy your free time at the spice open-air market. While checking into a Nile Cruise during your visit to Egypt, it is critical that you have the assistance of an Egyptologist.

Nile Cruise sailing

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

To begin, you'll have a terrific day ahead of you! Because of its grassy plains, the Nile Valley has a dynamic appearance. They both had a similar attitude to life. It's about who you are in the midst of history.

It's about who you are in the midst of history.

Before departing for your ultimate destination, your guide will take you on a ship for a sailing tour. You are surrounded by a calm paradise of fruit trees, exotic trees, and lovely flowers as you drive through it.

Kitchener Island, a small island in the south, is also worth mentioning. The Fatimid Palace is a stunning architectural marvel that blossoms like a flower in the middle of the desert.

Nile cruises are an excellent way to travel to the core of the Nile, just as the ancient Egyptians did on their journey to Kom Ombo Temple. It was a terrific day to be an ancient Egyptian when you arrived at the Kom Ombo Temple.

Since ancient Egypt, crocodiles have thrived at this Nile bend. Ancient Egyptians erected Kom Ombo Temple, which is home to Sobek, the Crocodile God, for the same reason.

Within this temple lies an ancient Egyptian hospital and birthplace. These Pharaonic-era tools and inscriptions provide details on the procedures that were carried out. Your Nile Cruise will be waiting for you once your dinner is ready, so you can visit Edfu Temple after lunch.

Finally, consider what you'd find if you awoke in Edfu. Get a good night's sleep after dinner.

Luxor Night Tour

Sailing Nile Cruise

To begin, go by horse-drawn carriage from your accommodation to Edfu Temple, where you will meet your Egyptologist guide. In terms of size, it is the second greatest pharaonic monument. According to the most intricate religious ceremonies ever documented, you are a participant in one of the most sophisticated religious rites ever documented.

Learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs and daily life through these pharaonic inscriptions. They provide a plethora of information on ancient Egypt.

Keep up with your Nile Cruise, especially when passing through the Esna Lock. The sundeck is a great place to eat lunch. Explore Luxor's streets and bazaars during your free night.

Finally, savor your meal before retiring to a warm bed.

Luxor Tour

Luxor East and West Bank

This city is home to one-third of the world's most famous historical structures, as well as a number of other attractions. During the Middle and Modern Ages, Luxor City was the capital of ancient Egypt (Theba).

While you eat your breakfast, your Egyptologist will meet you. Assists you with the check-out process for the Nile Cruise. It's time to learn the secrets of the Pharaohs.

Your mission begins in a hidden region in this pharaoh-ruled world. In the region of the afterlife, they regard pharaohs as gods. They spend the night on a sun boat and return to Earth as gods in the morning.

To keep their tombs hidden, the pharaohs devised a secret corridor. They didn't know where to go. These tombs are brimming with treasure and incantations that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

Your journey will take you to the tombs of the pharaohs, where you'll find gleaming treasure and amazing incantations. Behold! If you stepped into either valley, you'd end up in The Valley of Kings or one of the queens.

Hatshepsut Temple

As you learn about the pharaohs' legendary beliefs, you'll be treated to an astonishing scene. These terrifying columns were carved into the mountain's core to embellish the entranceway of a temple. Hatshepsut in history provides the setting for a novel about one of the world's greatest civil rights fighters.

The two pharaonic giants visible above are only a few minutes walk from this temple complex. Around 1350 BC, the Colossi of Memnon began to pose a threat to the era.

Before leaving Luxor's west side, take a break and eat lunch.

There are many beautiful works of art in Luxor, but this is by far the most impressive. You'll discover Amenhotep III's secret here.

While you're in the area, Amenhotep III is constructing the temple. Rameses II's (1295-1223 BC), Tutankhamun's (1336-27 BC), and Horemheb's (1295-1295 BC) tombs are currently being excavated (1279-13 BC). Thutmose III and Hepsibu were clearly at odds.

Amun, Mut, and Mut's spouse led Khonsu, the moon god, and his wife Mut down the usual path during a religious rite. The Ram Route is a very busy road. As a result, the sphinx statue can be found on both sides.

After a short stroll along this trail, you'll arrive at the world's largest holy site. More than 2000 years ago, the city was last completely defended. The pharaohs are still alive and delivering wonderful stories about their worldview in this universe. This photograph depicts the Karnak Temple in Egypt.

Finally, transfer to Luxor Domestic Airport to fly back to Cairo.

Arrive at Cairo Domestic Airport and get transferred to your hotel to get assistance to check in and overnight in Cairo.

Cairo City tour

Old Cairo

After you've finished your breakfast at your hotel. Your personal Egyptologist will escort you to Babylon Fortress to immerse yourself in the 1st century's epic history with the Holy Family, passing through St. Sergius and Bacchus Church as well as the Hanging Church. Then there's the Ben Ezra Synagogue, where you may learn about Jewish history.

After that, your Egyptologist takes you to a great Cairo restaurant for a delectable lunch.

After that, you're on a date with the attraction of the eastern atmosphere of the former ages. The vivid Islamic architecture and glittering workmanship of these wonderful vintage tiles in El Moez Street and Khan Khalili welcome you.

Finally, your Egyptologist whisks you away to your Cairo hotel to get assistance to check in and overnight in Cairo.

Alexandria Sightseeing Day Tour

Alexandria City Tour

After a delicious breakfast, your Egyptologist transports you from your Cairo hotel to Alexandria in a sleek private vehicle. Begin your day journey to the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, the largest Roman burial site with a magical mix of Roman architecture and pharaonic beliefs.

Then there's Pompey's Pillar, a massive towering single column that has stood high in the Alexandria sky since 305AD with its beautiful crown. Then, in the midst of the magnificent Roman amphitheater's remarkable architecture, live as if you're in a historical story. After that, your Egyptologist will accompany you to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, where you will spend time among rare historical documents and unique maps of the ancient globe, as well as treasures discovered beneath Alexandrian soil.

Finally, have a free tour of Stanley Bridge's enchantment and stunning designs.

Your day will begin with a delicious seafood lunch in a restaurant with a spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea.

Finally, return to your Cairo hotel for an overnight stay.

Spend the night in your Cairo hotel.

Saqqara Pyramid- Dahshour Pyramids –Memphis

Saqqara and Dahshur Pyramids Tour

First and foremost, savor your hotel breakfast. After that, your Egyptologist takes you to Saqqara Pyramid, where the ancient Egyptians considered constructing the first limestone edifice in history. This structure provided the impetus for the construction of the pyramids in ancient Egypt. So, your next trip is to the Giza Pyramids, which were the first attempts at creating pyramids. As a result, you go to the Dahshour Pyramids, the Red Pyramid, and the Bent Pyramid.

After that, your Egyptologist will accompany you to Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital.

Transfer back to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Departure

Departure Day

Breakfast is served at the hotel. Your agent will then transport you to Cairo Airport and assist you with the departure procedures.