Christmas time is a special occasion that is best spent away from home where red lights fill up the city with beautiful decorations and lights. Make memories for a lifetime with your family in the most beautiful places in Egypt and bring home different Christmas presents.
Make the most out of your holiday while touring around the most famous landmarks of Egypt in the perfect winter destinations:
Pyramids of Giza
Ideally, if you want to spend the holiday in Cairo, you can’t miss out on the celebrations that take place at the Pyramids of Giza. From amazing views to camel and horse rides that show off the 9 pyramids altogether, visiting the pyramids is a unique experience.
Enjoy witnessing one of the seven wonders of the world with an added treat in the evening, the “Sound and light show” bringing the mysteries of the pharaonic Egyptian civilization to life in an hour-long show for only 20 LE. Generally, the whole tour would not cost more than 100 pounds/ 6 dollars per person.
Red Sea
The Red Sea in Egypt is considered the most touristic area in Christmas. What makes this destination unique is how it provides you with two alternative feels to choose from.
For those who want to enjoy the festive feel of Christmas, the best destinations for them are:
- Hurghada
If you visit Hurghada, expect to see Christmas decorations everywhere combined with diving activities and Nile Valley sites.
Where to rent
- Jaz Makadina for 1668 LE per day.
- Steigenberger Aqua Magic for 1600 LE per day.
- Sentido Palm Royale for 1350 LE per day.
- Sunrise Grand Select Crystal Bay Resort for 1400 LE per day.
- The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh for 2700 LE per day.
- El Gouna
EL Gouna – lying in the north of Hurghada – is ultimately the best holiday town in Egypt. Built around lagoons and waterways, you will enjoy your Christmas holiday at the best resorts while experiencing a unique festive ambiance.
Where to rent
- El Gouna Royal Chalet
- South Marina MS2-2-8
- Three-Bedroom Villa at Sabina
- Abu Tig Marina Apartment
- New Marina MB31-0-101
- El Gouna in West Gulf 2
- El Gouna south marina
The rental price in El Gouna ranges between 2600 LE & 4600 LE per night.
Check out Properties for rent in Hurghada on Propertyfinder.
For those who want to avoid the Christmas celebrations and spend a relaxing holiday, the best destinations for them are:
- Marsa Alam
If you want to experience Scuba diving in an exceptional touristic destination, then Marsa Alam is the place for you!
Right near an international airport, you can stay in the best vacation rentals for an average price ranging from 600 LE to 1200 LE per night.
Where to rent:
- Jaz Dar El Madina
- Diving station – Reef Villa
- Beach Safari Resort
- The Three Corners Happy Life Beach Resort
- Blue Reef Red Sea Resort
- Dahab
Known to be a glimpse of heaven on earth in the middle of an endless ocean, Dahab will offer you the experience of blissful nature with water activities along with rock climbing, windsurfing and desert hiking. Some of the top destinations in Egypt like the Blue Hole and the Blue Lagoon are located in Dahab.
Where to rent:
- Sindbad Camp.
- Lagona Dahab Village.
- Nassima Resort.
- Sandy House.
- Bedouin House.
- Planet Oasis Resort.
The average rental price in Dahab is 400 LE per night.
- Siwa
If you want to enjoy a peaceful quiet holiday in an oasis holding a unique culture away from the festive atmosphere then Siwa is the perfect spot for you with an average rental price of 700 LE per night.
Where to rent:
- Taziry
- Adrere Amellal
- Siwa Gardens
- Carlos Ghaliet Lodge
- Siwa Shali Resort
Luxor / Aswan
You can’t miss the experience of a luxurious cruise down the River Nile to see the greatest ancient monuments, The very peak of the season in Luxor/Aswan is on Christmas because of the festive atmosphere that takes place in the peaceful & unique environment around Pharaonic Egypt.
Where to stay
- Dahabeya Amoura Nile Cruise Luxor and Aswan
- Ekadolli guest house
- Nubian Eco-Village
- Ashrynarty Cultural center
- Marsam Luxor
The average stay in Luxor / Aswan for foreigners is from $40 to $100.
Those winter holiday destinations are typically more expensive at Christmas time so make sure you book your holiday early to have a wide variety of choices.
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