Christmas Holidays in Egypt

Whether you’re dreaming of a peaceful escape or a culturally rich adventure, Christmas holidays in Egypt offer memories that will last a lifetime.

🌟 Why Egypt is magical at Christmas?

Embracing the Magic of Christmas in Egypt, is a land filled with ancient wonders, rich history, and unparalleled beauty. While many may not think of Egypt as a traditional Christmas destination, Spend Christmas in Egypt in this magical country is truly a sight to behold.

One of the most captivating aspects of experiencing Christmas in Egypt is the unique cultural blend of traditions and celebrations. As a predominantly Muslim country, Egypt embraces the festive spirit of Christmas with a touch of its own cultural influences. From beautifully decorated Christmas trees in homes and public areas to special church services and traditional Egyptian delicacies served during the holiday season, the atmosphere is a fusion of diverse customs and beliefs.

Through our Egypt Christmas tour packages 2025/2026, you’ll be enchanted by the Giza pyramids complex and Cairo’s stunning landmarks and monuments and the historic churches in Old Cairo during this time of year adds a touch of magic to your holiday experience.

Experience the ultimate Egypt Christmas holidays by booking the most fitting adventure.

Whether you’re dreaming of a peaceful escape or a culturally rich adventure, Christmas holidays in Egypt offer memories that will last a lifetime.

Discover a land where history meets holiday joy — your perfect festive journey begins here.

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Egypt is one of the best-recommended destinations for Christmas because of its warm sunny weather in December & January is the best Christmas break in Egypt gift that will last a lifetime & and your memories are precisely the best things you can take home. 

Enjoy your Egypt Christmas holidays, the most perfect time of year, and choose from a variety of our carefully crafted Egypt Christmas holidays all-inclusive and our Christmas and New Year’s Eve 2023/2024 Tours and Christmas Holidays in Egypt. Stay in Cairo to see the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Take a cruise on the Nile from Aswan to Luxor or vice versa, including all the sights in the magnificent temples and tombs of the Valley of the Kings, we offer you a great selection of packages and excursions during Christmas in Egypt, We make trips to the letter Christmas holidays in Egypt, so if you do not find what you need in our travel packages below, feel free to tell us what you prefer and we are total flexibility to meet your requests contact us by email and we will start thinking with you to plan your Christmas holidays in Egypt & New Year’s Eve travel package in Egypt 2025/2026.

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🎄 Best Recommended Christmas Holidays to Egypt 2025/2026:

🎁 07 Days Cairo and Nile cruise Christmas holidays to Egypt
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04 Days Cairo Package At Christmas
🎅 A short and joyful holiday discovering ancient wonders.

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🎁 Explore iconic temples & cities in a budget-friendly festive journey.

🏖️ 08 Days Cairo Nile Cruise and Hurghada Egypt Christmas holidays
🎄 Combine heritage with Red Sea relaxation this Christmas.

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🎅 Action-packed celebration across Egypt’s most famous landmarks.

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🎁 Witness Cairo’s energy and Luxor’s history wrapped in holiday cheer.

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🎄 Discover all of Egypt’s treasures in a once-in-a-lifetime holiday.

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Steigenberger Royale Nile Cruise

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Semiramis III Nile Cruise

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Semiramis I Nile Cruise

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Royal Esadora Nile Cruise

Royal Esadora Nile Cruise

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    Christmas holidays in Egypt

    Christmas break in Egypt and New Year’s season is an excellent time to visit, whether you are deeply interested in Coptic culture or just love spending Christmas holidays in Egypt.
    Egypt is home to one of the richest and most varied histories in the world. By visiting this incredible country, you will experience the wonderful cultures and traditions that make it unique. Cruising the Nile and exploring ancient temples is certainly a unique way to spend Christmas holidays to Egypt. The Nile River is also the perfect place to mark the beginning of a new year and enjoy Egypt Christmas holidays. Toast to the health of everyone on board and look forward to creating new and wonderful memories.
    And ever dreamed of spending Egypt Christmas break somewhere on the beach, surrounded by white sands, turquoise waters and palm trees? It’s time to head to Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam, El Gouna or Dahab to spend Egypt Christmas holidays all inclusive. These idyllic coastal locations have some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving and allow for total relaxation. For many of us, vacations are a precious time to unwind from work and stress, and what better place to do that than the Red Sea?
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    Is Christmas a public holiday in egypt?

    In Egypt Christmas Day isn’t celebrated on the 25th December but on 7th January.

    What is the Christmas holiday called in Egypt?

    Most Egyptians speak Egyptian Arabic. In Arabic Happy/Merry Christmas is ‘Eid Milad Majid’ (عيد ميلاد مجيد)

    Is Christmas a holiday in Egypt?

    They don’t celebrate it on December 25 like other Christians but on January 7. Day is a public holidays in Egypt.

    What are the Christmas traditions in Egypt?

    There are many ways to enjoy this incredible time such as a Nile cruise, a dinner cruise, and an exploration adventure around Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and tropical vacation across the red sea in Hurghada, super safari, and more. You can read more about how to enjoy a Christmas holiday in Egypt.

    What day is Christmas celebrated in Egypt?

    On the Orthodox Christmas Day (7th) people come together in homes for parties and festivities. People often take ‘kahk’ (special sweet biscuits) with them to give as gifts.

    Is Christmas a good time to visit Egypt?

    Yes, December is one of the best times of the year to visit Egypt and the weather will be pleasant during this period to enjoy your trip.
    In Cairo, Temperatures usually range from 15° C to 20° C during the daylight hours & the weather is lower in the evening hours.
    Kindly note: Choose layers that can be taken off during the day and put back on for cooler evenings. you should bring heavy jackets because the weather is very cold in the evening.

    Where should I go for Christmas in Egypt?

    Spend Christmas in Egypt and New Year on the red sea beaches and Nile cruises are great during Christmas holidays to Egypt.

    Is Christmas a holiday in Egypt?

    Does Egypt have Christmas holidays? Christmas in Egypt is celebrated on January 7, rather than December 25, with great enthusiasm and celebration. The meaning of this tradition is to spread love and peace throughout the world. The people of Egypt during this period do not eat meat, poultry, or dairy products.

    How is Christmas celebrated in Egypt?

    What traditions does Egypt do for Christmas? A Christmas tradition in Egypt is to visit the church and wear new clothes. A special Christmas meal is made, known as fata which consists of bread, rice, boiled meat, and garlic.
    At Christmas celebrations in Egypt, people invite lots of friends and family to their party, so they often serve two birthday cakes. On these Egyptian holidays, all the food is served at the same time.

    How long is Christmas celebrated in Egypt?

    All Coptic feasts come after a period of fasting, The fast before Christmas is called the “Lenten Fast”, and traditionally lasts for 43 days, This fast lasts from November 25 until January 6, although most people celebrate it after the New Year’s mass, which is when the Christmas celebrations begin in earnest. This is, of course, a time of great celebration, particularly during the last 30 days that make up the Coptic month of Khiahk, when the vacation season, choirs offer Christmas carol concerts, with a mixed program of international and Coptic music. Finally, on the big day of the celebrations, the traditional dinner includes a delicious Fatta dish, prepared with rice and, of course, meat.

    Why does Egypt celebrate Christmas on January 7th?

    In Egypt, Coptic Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus is not celebrated in Egypt on December 25 but on January 7, a date equivalent to the 29th day of the Coptic month of “kiohk or Khiahk”, while in many other countries Christmas is celebrated on December 25.