Nile cruises are great during holidays to Egypt.
Cruising the Nile and exploring ancient temples is certainly a unique way to spend the holiday season. And don’t worry; it will definitely feel like Christmas. Nile cruises delight guests with festive meals, music, decorations, parties and entertainment. The Nile River is also the perfect place to mark the beginning of a new year. Toast to the health of everyone on board and look forward to creating new and wonderful memories.
Spend Christmas in Egypt and New Year on the red sea beaches.
Ever dreamed of spending Christmas 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 Christmas in paradise. These idyllic coastal locations have some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving and allow for total relaxation. For many of us, holidays are a precious time to unwind from work and stress, and what better place to do that than the Red Sea?
Hotels in these areas tend to go all out for Christmas, switching on lights and serving generous buffets. Once you’ve left the beach behind, you’ll return to find the Christmas spirit alive and kicking in your hotel.
Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery on the Sinai Peninsula
If you want to learn about historic Christian traditions, there is no better place than St. Catherine’s Monastery, officially known as the Holy Monastery of God-Trodden’s Mount Sinai. It was built in the 6th century under the orders of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian and is still in operation today.
We invite you to visit it as a pilgrim, bearing in mind the respect due to this ancient spiritual site. Please also note that the monastery is closed on Fridays, Sundays and public holidays (including Christmas and New Year’s Day), so arrange your trip to coincide with opening hours.
Hike to Mount Sinai
Another highlight of this area is the hike to Mount Sinai, which is considered the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments. There are two basic routes for this hike: the so-called “Steps of Penitence,” which is a trail suitable for the Advent season, and a wider, quieter path that can be ascended on foot or by camel. At the top of the mountain there is a small chapel.
Finally, 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. The Christmas and New Year’s season is an excellent time to visit, whether you are deeply interested in Coptic culture or just love Christmas.
