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private Cairo Christmas sightseeing tour
Looking for a Christmas break that makes the most of your time in Egypt’s capital? The 3 day Christmas tour in Cairo Egypt brings together landmark sightseeing and a closer look at the city’s heritage. From the scale of the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx to the churches of Coptic Cairo the itinerary offers a varied introduction to Cairo without spreading your visit across several destinations. Travelers asking what can you see on a 3-day Christmas tour in Cairo can expect a combination of Egyptian monuments and important Christian heritage sites with the exact visits following the tour schedule. A Cairo Christmas tour with Pyramids and Coptic Cairo is an option for visitors who want history and cultural sightseeing as part of their seasonal holiday. I think if you love Cairo and want to see the Pyramids, during Christmas you should browse Egypt Christmas Tours from Happy Egypt and choose a Cairo trip that fits your travel plans.
Tour itinerary
Day 01 Arrival and Cairo City Tour
Begin your private Cairo Christmas sightseeing tour by stopping at the Egyptian Museum. Do this after you check in and take a little time to freshen up. Walk through rooms filled with old Egyptian items and see the famous treasures tied to Tutankhamun. It is a good way to get your bearings for Egypt’s long history during the holiday.
Next, go for lunch at a nearby local restaurant. You will taste Egyptian meals in a dining setting that feels more like Europe. After you finish eating, head out to Giza. Visit the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Take your time looking at these well known monuments and pictures you have seen for years.
You can add a camel ride close to the pyramids too. It makes the desert feel more real and gives you a moment to enjoy the scenery. When the sun starts to lower, go to the Giza Plateau for the Sound and Light Show. Listen as the lights and narration bring the pyramids' story to life.
After the show, return to your hotel. Have dinner there and stay overnight. This wraps up your Christmas sightseeing in Cairo under our Egypt Tour Packages.
Day 02 Cairo Christmas tour with Pyramids and Coptic Cairo
Begin your day in Old Cairo, where historic churches and religious landmarks show the city’s deep heritage. During your Cairo Christmas sightseeing tour visit the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus which are connected to the Holy Family’s journey into Egypt.
Move on to Ben Ezra Synagogue to discover Cairo’s heritage and the different traditions that have influenced the city. After seeing these places have lunch at a local restaurant that serves traditional Egyptian food.
Then go to the Citadel of Saladin a fortress that gives wide views of Cairo. Walk around the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Look at its special design.
Finish your day at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can look at stalls full of spices, gifts and handmade items. From places, to Islamic buildings and old markets this day brings a deep cultural experience to your Christmas holiday in Cairo.
Day 03 Islamic Cairo Sightseeing and Departure
Start your 3 day Christmas tour in Cairo Egypt, by exploring Islamic Cairo, a place famous for its historic mosques and remarkable Islamic architecture. During your Cairo New Year holiday you should visit the Al‑Azhar Mosque, an important center of Islamic learning that has a history longer than a thousand years.
Continue to the Sultan Hassan Mosque admired for its Mamluk architecture and historical significance. Take time to walk through the surrounding streets appreciate the buildings and experience the atmosphere of one of Cairo’s most historic districts.
After your sightseeing enjoy lunch at a restaurant before preparing for departure. Depending on your flight schedule you may have some time for last-minute shopping or a short walk around the area.
At the end of your New Year tour in Cairo transfer to the airport for your flight or journey home bringing your Egyptian holiday to a close, with memories of Cairo’s cultural and architectural heritage.
Tour included
- 5* hotel on B.B basis.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Licensed tour guide.
- Entrance fees.
Tour excluded
- Tips for guide and driver.
- Personal expenses and drinks.
Notes
- Children from 1-5 years get a 60% discount.
- Children from 6-11 years get a 50% discount.
- US Dollar, Euro, Sterling, and Egyptian pound are accepted
Prices Per Person
| Person | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | USD 1225 |
| 2 - 6 Person | USD 650 |
| 7 - 16 Person | USD 500 |
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