Embark on an extraordinary 15-day Pyramids Nile cruise and Red Sea Easter tour to witness the timeless allure of Egypt. This comprehensive Egypt Easter tour package takes you on a captivating journey through history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Cairo. Marvel at the majestic Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. Delve into the mysteries of ancient Egypt at the renowned Egyptian Museum. Discover the rich heritage of Coptic Cairo and immerse yourself in its historic churches. Next, journey to Alexandria to explore its wonders, including the Alexandria Catacombs and ancient Roman relics. These sites highlight the city’s rich heritage.
Fly to Aswan to board your Nile cruise ship and sail along the majestic Nile River. Explore the ancient wonders of Luxor and Aswan. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the Valley of the Kings, and the awe-inspiring Temple of Philae.
Travel to Hurghada for a Red Sea holiday. Relax on golden beaches and enjoy the serene beauty of the Red Sea. A few days here complete the perfect Easter Hurghada vacation. Our 15-day Egypt itineraries offer a blend of discovery and relaxation. Book your Easter vacation in Egypt today and embark on a journey of a lifetime. Our expert guides will ensure an unforgettable experience, providing insights into the rich history and culture of this ancient land.
This comprehensive 15-day Egypt Easter tour package balances iconic landmarks, a serene Nile cruise, and rejuvenating Red Sea beaches.
One of our representatives from Egypt Best Vacations will meet you at Cairo International Airport to help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Then, transfer to your hotel for free time and get ready to start your 15-day pyramids, Nile cruise and Red Sea Easter tour. Enjoy your dinner at the hotel.
Your actual Egypt Easter vacation begins when our professional tour guide picks you up from your hotel to commence your tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Saqqara.
You will, first visit the Giza Plateau, where you will have an opportunity to explore Khufu’s Great Pyramid, Khafre’s Pyramid, Menkaure’s Pyramid, and the Great Sphinx. Your Egyptologist tour guide will explain to you how and why the ancient Egyptian kings built their pyramids. He will tell you about the mystery behind the pyramids.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then take a visit to the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the first stone structure to be constructed by King Djoser and his architect Imhotep. After that, transfer back to your hotel for dinner and overnight in Cairo.
Explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of Egypt’s past are displayed on the two floors of the museum.
From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the citadel. You will finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Then, transfer back to your hotel.
Today, your 15-day pyramids, Nile cruise and Red Sea Easter tour takes you to the enchanting City of Alexandria, which served as the capital during the Greco-Roman era. Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.
From the catacombs to the Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain.
Then proceed to the Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks.
End your tour to Alexandria highlights with visiting the Library of Alexandria. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo.
Enjoy a spiritual tour to the Community of Religions in Cairo. This tour includes the famous Coptic Hanging Church. Cairo’s Church of the Saint Virgin Mary was built on the ruins of the Roman Babylon Fortress. Because of its location over the ruins of the fortress, it is known as Al Mo’llaqah Chruch or the “Hanging Chruch.”
Then, proceed to the Abu Serga Church. The Church of Abu Serga is located in the modern Old Cairo, in the midst of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon. The Holy Family drank from a well in the church, so the church is characterized among the other Egyptian Coptic churches.
Then, to the Synagogue of Ben Ezra. Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo is one of the most important and largest synagogues in Egypt. The Synagogue is named after the great Jewish Rabbi Ezra the Scribe. Then, transfer back to your hotel.
A great Ester Nile cruise vacation beckons! Early breakfast in the hotel before flying to Aswan to begin your 3-night Easter Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor which is the most beautiful part of your 15-day Egypt Easter tour package Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour.
Your first stop will be at the High Dam, a dam built in the 1960s, to generate hydroelectricity and to stop floods. Then take a motorboat to explore the Temple of Philae, which was built primarily during the Ptolemaic period and is one of the most incredible Temples in Egypt. It was due to the construction of the two dams in Aswan that UNESCO had to relocate the temple. End your journey at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
This Easter morning presents exciting options:
As the midday sun warms the air, your Nile cruise sets sail for Kom Ombo. Disembark and explore the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Horus and Sobek. Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum, before you go back to your river cruise to set sail to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
After or before breakfast, you will be taken in a horse-drawn carriage to visit Edfu’s Temple of Horus, which was built during the Greco-Roman era and is the most intact temple in Egypt. Afterward the cruise will sail from Edfu via the Lock of Esna on its way to Luxor.
Once you reach Luxor, you will have the chance to see the largest temple in Egypt, the Temple of Karnak, built by several pharaohs in ancient times, as well as the majestic Temple of Luxor, which is connected to Karnak by the ceremonial Sphinxes Avenue. These temples were dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, the Theban Triad. Overnight in Luxor.
Disembarkation, followed by Luxor West Bank tour. Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period were buried. Your guide will recommend the best three open tombs to visit. From the Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. You will end your tour at the Colossi of Memnon.
After your Nile odyssey, prepare to swap ancient sands for pristine beaches! Your 15-day pyramids, Nile cruise, Red Sea Easter tour whisks you next to the vibrant resort town of Hurghada, nestled on the shores of the Red Sea. Here, two blissful days await, filled with sunshine, turquoise waters, and endless possibilities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Enjoy some beach activities and explore the magnificent underwater world of the Red Sea.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor
Enjoy a free day. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request. We offer fabulous Hughada day tours to explore the wonderful city or the stunning Red Sea underwater world.
Enjoy a free day with your Hurghada Easter vacation. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Enjoy a free day with your Easter Red Sea holiday. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Enjoy a free day with your Easter Red Sea holiday. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Transfer to Hurghada Airport to fly to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel for your final night of your 15-day Egypt Easter tour itinerary.
Wrap up your 5-day pyramids, Nile cruise and Red Sea Easter tour with a transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is sad to see you leaving, so you feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
