Egypt New Year Trip: 12-Day Cairo, Luxor Nile Cruise & Red Sea Holiday
Egypt New Year Trip: 12-Day Cairo, Luxor Nile Cruise & Red Sea Holiday
$ 3270 / per person
Duration
12 Days/ 11 Nights
Type
Private Tour
Runs
Overview
Spend this festive season unwrapping Egypt's treasures on an unforgettable Egypt new year trip—marvel at the pyramids, cruise the Nile, explore ancient temples, and relax by the Red Sea during your journey. A festive journey filled with history, adventure, and timeless holiday memories as you celebrate Egypt for new year. Experience the perfect trip that combines pharaonic splendor with Red Sea paradise through this comprehensive adventure. Make your celebration truly magical on this Christmas, where every moment is designed for wonder and discovery. Explore exceptional Egypt new year trip for an extraordinary festive season filled with ancient treasures and create memories that last forever through Egypt's most iconic destinations.
Included
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Pick-up & drop-off services from Cairo Airport.
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4 nights in Cairo with breakfast during your Egypt new year trip.
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3 nights Nile Cruise (Full Board).
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4 nights in Hurghada (Half Board).
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All domestic flights: CAI–ASW / HRG–CAI.
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All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles.
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Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
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Entrance fees to all mentioned sites on this Egypt new year trip.
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Bottled water during tours.
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All service charges & taxes.
Excluded
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International flights to and from Cairo.
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Egypt entry visa.
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Personal expenses & optional activities.
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Tipping during your Egypt new year trip.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Cairo – Your Festive Adventure Begins
Start your magical Egypt new year trip! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you'll be greeted warmly by your dedicated tour manager, who will assist with your seamless transfer to the hotel for a smooth check-in. As you settle into your comfortable accommodations on this Egypt new year trip, take time to relax and prepare for the extraordinary adventures that await over the next twelve days. The festive atmosphere of Egypt's bustling capital surrounds you as you begin this incredible journey through ancient wonders and modern celebrations. Perhaps take an evening stroll around your hotel area or simply unwind after your journey, knowing that tomorrow marks the beginning of your exploration of Egypt's most iconic monuments. Rest well tonight as you embrace Egypt for new year.
Day 2 Pyramids & Saqqara – Giza Unveiled
After a delicious breakfast during your Egypt new year trip, set off with your expert Egyptologist guide to explore the legendary Giza Plateau. Visit the magnificent Great Pyramids of Cheops (Khufu), standing as the last surviving Ancient Wonder of the World at 146 meters high and built with over 2.3 million limestone blocks, along with the pyramids of Chefren (Khafre) featuring its distinctive remaining limestone casing at the apex, and Mykerinus (Menkaure), the smallest of the three main pyramids yet equally impressive. Marvel at the enigmatic Sphinx during your Egypt new year trip, the colossal limestone guardian with a lion's body and human head that has watched over the plateau for over 4,500 years, and explore the sacred Valley Temple where ancient purification rituals took place. After lunch, continue to Saqqara to witness the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's first major stone structure built around 2670 BCE then head back to the hotel for overnight in Cairo.
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Day 3 Cairo's Cultural Heart
Begin your day at the world-renowned Egyptian Museum during your Egypt new year trip, home to over 120,000 ancient treasures spanning 5,000 years of civilization, including the spectacular golden treasures of King Tutankhamun with his iconic death mask weighing 11 kilograms of solid gold, royal jewelry, chariots, and funerary equipment displayed across multiple galleries showcasing pharaonic splendor. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, visit the remarkable Hanging Church in Old Cairo, dating back to the 3rd Century AD and appearing suspended as it was ingeniously constructed atop the Roman-era Babylon Fortress's water gate, featuring stunning wooden ceilings with intricate designs, beautiful Coptic icons, and a unique marble pulpit supported by fifteen columns. By evening, stroll through the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar during your Egypt new year trip, Cairo's historic marketplace alive with aromatic spices, handcrafted treasures, and traditional crafts. At the end of this amazing day you will be transferred to your hotel for overnight in Cairo.
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Day 4 Journey to Aswan – Nile Cruise Adventure Begins
Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to beautiful Aswan during your Egypt new year trip. Upon arrival in this serene Nubian city, embark on your luxurious Nile Cruise, your floating home for the next three nights, before enjoying lunch on board. Visit the impressive High Dam, completed in 1970 as a modern engineering marvel standing 111 meters tall that revolutionized Egypt's agriculture by controlling the Nile's floods and generating massive hydroelectric power while creating Lake Nasser. Explore Egypt for new year while visiting the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk during your Egypt new year trip, which would have stood over 42 meters tall as the largest obelisk ever attempted, revealing ancient quarrying techniques as it remains attached to bedrock. Discover the enchanting Philae Temple dedicated to Isis, the "Pearl of Egypt," meticulously relocated to Agilkia Island featuring elegant colonnades then head to your Nile cruise for Overnight in Aswan.
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Day 5 Temple Journey – Kom Ombo & Edfu to Luxor
Sail to Kom Ombo during your Egypt new year trip to explore its absolutely unique twin temple, ancient Egypt's only perfectly symmetrical structure with its southern half dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god of fertility symbolizing the Nile's power, and northern half honoring Haroeris (Horus the Elder) the falcon-headed sky god, featuring fascinating reliefs depicting ancient surgical instruments including scalpels, bone saws, and dental tools, a nilometer for measuring flood levels, and a collection of mummified crocodiles that once lived in the temple's sacred pool. Continue to Edfu during your Egypt new year trip to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, standing as one of Egypt's best-preserved temples with towering 36-meter-high pylons adorned with dramatic battle scenes, remarkably intact walls, hypostyle halls, and hieroglyphic inscriptions providing unparalleled glimpses into religious ceremonies from over 2,000 years ago. Sail onward to legendary Luxor and get your overnight on cruise.
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Day 6 Luxor's West Bank – Valley of Kings & Royal Monuments
Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings during your Egypt new year trip, the sacred burial ground where 63 tombs of pharaohs from the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt's prosperous New Kingdom (c.1550–1069 BC) were carved deep into limestone hills, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun discovered nearly intact in 1922 by Howard Carter, each adorned with vibrant hieroglyphs, excerpts from the Book of the Dead, and colorful paintings guiding the deceased through the perilous afterlife journey. Visit the breathtaking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most powerful female pharaohs who ruled for 22 years, rising majestically in three colonnaded terraces carved dramatically into the limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari showcasing her successful trade expeditions and architectural genius. Marvel at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues standing over 18 meters tall. Return to the cruise for meals and overnight in Luxor.
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Day 7 Luxor's East Bank – Temple Grandeur & Red Sea Bound
After breakfast during your Egypt new year trip, visit the grand Karnak Temple complex, the largest religious temple ever constructed covering over 200 acres and built continuously over 2,000 years, featuring the breathtaking Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 towering columns reaching up to 23 meters high, each intricately carved with hieroglyphs and colorful reliefs depicting religious rituals, along with sacred lakes where priests performed purification ceremonies, soaring obelisks piercing the sky, and sanctuaries dedicated to Amun-Ra. Continue to the magnificent Luxor Temple during your Egypt new year trip, constructed and enhanced by pharaohs including Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, and Rameses II, connected to Karnak by the 2.7-kilometer Avenue of Sphinxes featuring its grand entrance pylon, colossal statues, and the remaining obelisk (its pair now stands in Paris). Disembark and transfer by private vehicle to beautiful Hurghada on the Red Sea and end your day relaxing.
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Day 8 Hurghada Paradise – Red Sea Relaxation Begins
Enjoy your day at leisure in the stunning coastal paradise of Hurghada during your Egypt new year trip. Relax by pristine beaches with powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters, or choose from exciting optional activities such as diving among vibrant coral reefs teeming with over 1,000 species of fish and 200 species of coral in the Red Sea's underwater wonderland, snorkeling in shallow reefs accessible directly from the beach, exhilarating windsurfing taking advantage of consistent coastal breezes, sailing on traditional feluccas or modern yachts, or deep-sea fishing for marlin, tuna, and barracuda in some of the world's richest fishing waters. Perhaps explore Giftun Island's protected nature reserve during your Egypt new year trip, or simply unwind poolside soaking in the warm Egyptian sunshine while celebrating Egypt for new year. The choice is entirely yours.
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Day 9 More Hurghada Magic – Customize Your Perfect Day
Enjoy another full day at leisure during your Egypt new year trip. Continue relaxing by the stunning beach with its gentle waves and warm waters perfect for swimming, or venture into more optional aquatic activities such as scuba diving to explore famous sites like the Giftun Island reefs or shipwrecks including the SS Thistlegorm, snorkeling in the protected marine parks, trying parasailing for breathtaking aerial views of the coastline, taking a glass-bottom boat tour to observe marine life without getting wet, or joining a quad biking desert safari adventure into the Eastern Desert's dramatic landscape. Perhaps indulge in a spa treatment, browse local shops for unique souvenirs and handcrafted jewelry, or savor fresh seafood at beachfront restaurants during your Egypt new year trip while watching spectacular Red Sea sunsets.
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Day 10 Final Hurghada Bliss – Last Beach Day
Enjoy your final full day of your Egypt new year trip at leisure in beautiful Hurghada. Relax by the beach soaking in the last moments of Red Sea paradise, or choose optional activities such as diving to explore deeper reef systems and underwater caves, snorkeling at different reef locations to discover new marine species including dolphins, sea turtles, and rays, windsurfing or kitesurfing for adrenaline enthusiasts, sailing on a romantic sunset cruise, or deep-sea fishing expeditions departing early morning for the best catches. Consider visiting Hurghada Marina for waterfront dining and entertainment, exploring the vibrant downtown souks and bazaars for last-minute shopping, or enjoying traditional Egyptian coffee at a local café. Perhaps take a final swim in the warm waters or simply relax under a beach umbrella reflecting on your incredible journey through Egypt.
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Day 11 Return to Cairo
After breakfast during your Egypt new year trip, transfer to Hurghada International Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Egypt's bustling capital, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in and your final night. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure, perhaps doing some last-minute souvenir shopping at modern malls or traditional markets, visiting any sites you may have missed earlier, enjoying a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of the illuminated city skyline and the Nile River, or simply relaxing at your hotel reflecting on the incredible twelve-day journey. This evening offers a perfect opportunity to organize your photographs, pack your belongings, and prepare for tomorrow's departure while reminiscing about the unforgettable experiences from pyramids to temples, from Nile cruising to Red Sea relaxation.
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Day 12 Departure from Cairo - Farewell to Egypt
Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel before your transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight during your Egypt new year trip, carrying unforgettable memories of Egypt. Reflect on the incredible experiences from standing before the ancient pyramids to exploring royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, from cruising the legendary Nile past timeless temples to swimming in the crystal-clear Red Sea waters. Your heart will forever hold the magic of Egypt's pharaonic wonders, the warmth of Egyptian hospitality, the joy of celebrating the festive season among ancient monuments, and the serenity of Red Sea beaches. We hope your Egypt new year trip has created memories to cherish for a lifetime, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another extraordinary adventure through the land of the pharaohs.
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Notes
Terms and Conditions: Booking Policy
- Your comfortable and exciting exploration journey begins now with a 25% initial payment.
- For Festive seasons, Christmas, New Year, and Easter bookings, a 50% down payment is required.
- The remaining balance is due either before you arrive or in cash upon arrival.
- Note that some accommodation facilities may require different payment/cancellation arrangements.
Credit Card Payments
- If you're paying via credit card, we kindly request a signed authorization letter. This letter allows us to charge your card per our terms and conditions.
- Please ensure the signature matches the one on your card and passport.
Refunds
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- Refunds will be processed promptly via the original payment method.
- Please note that no-show reservations are non-refundable.
- All refunds are subject to a 6% bank fee deduction.
Accommodation
- Room Rates: Prices are based on double occupancy, while Single rooms incur an additional charge.
- Hotels are selected for their quality and comfort.
- Prices are subject to change without notice.
Flights
- Domestic Flights: Domestic Flights: Prices and timings are averages & are subject to change.
- International Flights: We offer competitive rates from the comfort of your own home (country) to your destination (Egypt).
Responsibility
Our liability does not extend to issues beyond our influence, such as weather, wars, or abrupt changes by hotels or airlines.
Extra costs due to these factors are not covered.
But no worries, the cost might slightly change, but the experience is as glorious as ever.
Tipping
It is a way to say thank you for great service, it’s appreciated but not obligatory.
Help & Complaints
During your tour, if you encounter any issues, please inform us right away so we can resolve them quickly. If the matter isn't settled, contact our Customer Care Manager while you're still on the tour. Should you remain unsatisfied after returning home, please send a written complaint to Customer Care Management.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Fees - Excluding Peak Periods:
That’s sad to hear, but the following charges will apply:
- From booking date until 61 days prior to arrival: A 15% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Between 60 and 31 days prior to arrival: A 35% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival: A 50% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Within 14 to 1 day prior to arrival: A 100% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Note: Additionally, airlines may impose extra fees based on their terms and conditions, and a 6% bank processing fee applies to all refunds.
Cancellation Fees for Festive Seasons (Christmas, New Year, and Easter):
That’s sad to hear, but the following charges will apply:
- From booking date until 61 days prior to arrival: A 25% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Between 60 and 31 days prior to arrival: A 50% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival: A 75% cancellation fee of the total tour price
- Within 14 to 1 day prior to arrival: A 100% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- Note: Airlines may also impose additional fees according to their policies. All refunds are subject to a 6% bank fee deduction.
- Force Majeure Cancellation Policy
You’re what matters to us!
Our cancellation policy is flexible and ensures your peace of mind and trust most of all. If the government or airlines issue a NOT TO TRAVEL warning for your destination. In such cases, we will refund your tour package payment or provide a travel credit and voucher for future use at any of our destinations. Only flight cancellation/change fees, according to airline terms and conditions, and bank surcharge fees on deposits apply.
Children’s Policy
Children's Policy (Sharing Parents' Room)
- Children under 2 years old: No charge is added.
- Children under 6 years old: 25% of the adult total package cost is charged.
- Children under 12 years old: 50% of the adult total package cost is charged.
- Children 12 years old and above: Considered adults.
- Note: For flight bookings, an additional supplement may apply.
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