Christmas is all about making dreams come true. Spend a Christmas like no other with Next Holiday and enjoy a wonderful holiday. Explore the various itineraries of the best Egypt Christmas Tours where you will get to see the beautiful cities of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and going to a Nile cruise
Come and have a fine time during this holiday season with Egypt Christmas tours and New Year that offer interesting packages to lively cities: Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, plus a relaxing cruise along
Embark on an enchanting 8-day Christmas journey through Egypt, encompassing Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and a lavish Nile Cruise. Your adventure commences in Cairo, where you will discover the renowned Pyramids. Following this, travel to Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings before setting sail on the Nile towards Aswan. Experience attractions such as Philae Temple and partake in festive celebrations throughout your travels. This remarkable expedition intertwines profound history, stunning scenery, and the spirit of the holiday season.
Celebrate the holiday of the year on our 4-day Christmas tour to Cairo and Luxor, where history meets festivity! Your tour begins in Cairo, where you will visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and enchanting Old Cairo. Next is Luxor, where we shall explore the remarkable Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Come, partake in a joyous Christmas dinner full of the richness of the culture and traditions of Egypt. Such a tour is indeed unforgettable, with new memories created for enjoyments of the holidays
Prepare yourself for a fantastic 3-day Christmas vacation in Cairo, which is more than just a historical city! Christmas tours in Cairo will include several outstanding places like the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the city's cultural activities. Partake in Christmas-themed events such as the traditional Christmas dinner, shopping in Khan el Khalili bazaar, and walking through beautifully decorated Coptic churches. Ideal for couples, families, or anyone who wishes to spend the holidays making unforgettable memories!
The beauty of Egypt awaits you with this New Year Nile Cruise. From Aswan to Luxor and back again, cruise the picturesque Pharaonic sights along the Nile River and see most of the attractions Luxor and Aswan, including special holiday-themed activities and events on board, all combining to make this unforgettable journey a perfect way to usher in the New Year with the beauty of the Nile.
New Year’s Eve is definitely celebrated in Egypt. People of all walks of life from Muslim and Christian sects rejoice in a feast of parties with fireworks and gatherings. The New Year is observed on December 31st, which is a day when all Egyptians take off to spend with family and friends.
Yes, Christmas food traditions include one or more of the following: fatta, which is rice, bread, and meat altogether; kahk, which is a very special cookie filled with dates or nuts; and molokhia, which is a kind of stew made from jute leaves. Some families also prepare basterma, cured beef, and kofta, grilled meatballs. These foods are shared with friends, neighbors, or both.
In Egypt, there are different forms of celebrating Christmas, which include attending Christmas Eve church services. The families also have a special meal on Christmas Day involving dishes like fatta (rice, meat, and bread) and sugar-ridden kahk (traditional cookies). After the midnight mass, people in Egypt often take food home and share it with friends and relatives at home.
Yes, Christmas is celebrated in Egypt, but basically by the Christian population, and it is mostly Coptic Orthodox. Christmas is celebrated on January 7th, as the Coptic Church follows the Julian calendar. For the Copts, it is a very religious event, with church services and family gatherings.
Yes, New Year's Day (January 1st) is a public holiday in Egypt, though much more secular than religious. Government offices, banks, and businesses may be closed. Many people have this day off from work to rest and spend time with families. It is mostly regarded as a time for self-reflection and leisure instead of a time of religious observance.