Touchdown in Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, Egypt Best Vacations’ friendly representative welcomes you and navigates the visa and arrival process with ease. Step outside the terminal, where your personal guide awaits to launch your Egyptian adventure. Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Egypt: 4-Day Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour

Prepare to be swept away by the majesty of the Giza Plateau. Your guide unveils the secrets of the Great Pyramids, unraveling the mysteries behind their construction and dispelling extraterrestrial myths. Discover their true purpose not as tombs, but as divine temples honoring pharaohs. The imposing Sphinx will also captivate you with its enigmatic gaze, guarding the sands of time.

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then settle into your comfortable Cairo hotel, ready to experience the magic of Egypt first-hand. Savor a restful night, your dreams infused with the whispers of ancient pharaohs and the promise of adventures yet to come. 

As twilight paints the city in gentle hues, relax on the hotel terrace and enjoy a delicious dinner under a canopy of stars. Let the twinkling constellation light your way into this captivating Egyptian odyssey.

Rise and shine! Today, your (Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Egypt: 4-Day Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour) whisks you from bustling Cairo to the serene embrace of Aswan, a sun-drenched oasis along the mighty Nile. After a leisurely breakfast, your Egyptian representative will transfer you to Cairo Airport for a quick flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your friendly local guide will greet you and whisk you away to begin your exploration of this ancient city.

First stop, the Aswan High Dam, a modern marvel of engineering that stands as a testament to human ingenuity. Built to control the Nile’s powerful floods and generate much-needed electricity. The dam has transformed Egypt’s landscape and secured a brighter future for its people.

Next, prepare to be dazzled by the Philae Temple, affectionately known as the “Pearl of Egypt.” This exquisitely preserved temple dedicated to the goddess Isis was painstakingly relocated. Stone by stone, after the construction of the dam, ensuring its timeless beauty could endure. Embark on a short boat ride and step onto Philae Island, where the temple’s intricate carvings and serene atmosphere will transport you back in time.

Your day concludes at the Unfinished Obelisk, a testament to the ambition and skill of ancient Egyptian stonemasons. Imagine the incredible feat of engineering required to craft this massive granite monolith, and ponder the stories it could tell if only it were finished.

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. After a day of wonder, relax in the comfort of your Aswan hotel. Savor a delicious dinner at your hotel, perhaps enjoying the gentle breeze on a balcony overlooking the Nile, and let the day’s memories dance in your mind as you prepare for the adventures that await tomorrow.

Optional tour: Tour to Nubian Village in Aswan

As the first rays of dawn paint the Aswan sky, your (Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Egypt: 4-Day Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour) takes a thrilling turn. Today, you embark on a journey to the legendary temples of Abu Simbel, where history whispers from every sandstone crevice. Enjoy a comfortable transfer with your guide, traversing the sun-drenched landscapes of Southern Egypt. Embrace the changing panoramas – from fertile farmlands to rugged desert cliffs – as the anticipation for Abu Simbel’s grandeur builds.

Arriving at Abu Simbel is like stepping onto the set of a mythical epic. Towering colossi of Ramses II, their faces weathered by millennia, guard the entrance to the Great Temple, a monument to his power and legacy. Explore the temple’s vast halls, adorned with intricate reliefs depicting his triumphs and divine connections.

Step across the sands to the Small Temple, dedicated to Ramses II’s beloved Nefertari. Witness the tenderness etched in stone, a testament to their enduring love story that transcends time. Imagine the echoes of ancient ceremonies that once resonated within these sacred walls.

Learn about the remarkable UNESCO-led operation that meticulously relocated the temples from the rising waters of the Aswan High Dam, ensuring their survival for future generations. This act of preservation underscores the enduring power of these ancient marvels.

As the sun dips below the horizon, casting long shadows over the majestic statues, bid farewell to Abu Simbel. Board your flight back to Cairo, carrying the imprint of ancient wonders in your heart. Enjoy a final transfer to your hotel, savoring the memories of your 4-day Egyptian Christmas & New Year adventure before a restful night’s sleep. Enjoy your dinner at the hotel.

The final chapter of your 4-day Egyptian adventure unfolds in the vibrant heart of Cairo. Let history guide your steps as you weave through the captivating tapestry of its past. Immerse yourself in the Egyptian Museum, a treasure trove overflowing with the whispers of ancient epochs. Walk through halls lined with sarcophagi, gaze upon gilded masks of pharaohs, and unravel the stories etched in hieroglyphs on ancient artifacts. Each step here takes you closer to the very pulse of ancient Egypt.

From the museum, ascend to the Citadel, a fortress etched in stone by the legendary Saladin. Imagine knights clashing with swords, echoing through the narrow corridors, as you stand on the ramparts where history unfolded. Take in the panoramic vista of Cairo sprawling beneath, the Nile weaving its silver ribbon through the urban tapestry. Within the Citadel, marvel at the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, a dazzling gem of alabaster and Ottoman splendor. 

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. For your final flourish, lose yourself in the vibrant labyrinth of Khan El Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Haggle for treasures amidst a symphony of spices and banter, lose yourself in the maze of glitte9ring stalls, and soak up the infectious energy of this timeless marketplace.

As your (Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Egypt: 4-Day Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour) concludes, your guide bids you farewell. But the whispers of Egypt won’t fade easily. Let the memories linger, a promise of future adventures yet to unfold. Ask your guide about your next Egyptian escapade, for the magic of this land will forever beckon you back.