Just a few months in the corner and the holiday season will start. Are you ready for your cozy Christmas and New- year holidays? Let’s take you to the land where you can spend a memorable holiday.

Being the land of history and mystery, spending your next Christmas and New-year in the country can be a truly magical experience. Being one of the countries that are home to the 2 highest recognized communities of Islam and Christianity, the citizens of Egypt soulfully celebrate the festivities.

If you want to spend the most magical time of the year in Egypt, then here are few tips to make your Egypt New Year Holidays and Egypt Christmas Holidays one of the best holidays of your life. Here are few top rated activities to explore in New Year & Christmas with your next Egypt Tours

Christmas is surprisingly celebrated on 7^th January each year

Coptic Christians residing in Egypt follow a different calendar than Roman Catholics. The Coptic Christians believe Jesus was born on the 29th day of the month Koiak that falls on the 7th of January in the Gregorian calendar. The Coptic Christians still using the ancient solar calendar still celebrate Christmas on 7th January. So if you want to experience an ultimate Egyptian Christmas plan your tour near 7th January.  

Nile Cruises Are Excellent Over The Holidays

There can’t be a better way to spend your new-year Holidays or Christmas holidays other than taking a cruise ride in the Nile River. Exploring the famous historical spots and ancient temples riding a luxurious cruise can make your holiday experience enchanting. This festive season the cruises delight their guests with delicious lunch/dinners, music, party, festive decoration and unlimited fun on-board.

Spend Christmas And New Year’s On The Beach

If you are a beach freak, or someone who loves to have an adventurous holiday then spending Christmas or New-year on the beaches of Egypt can be the best holiday break for you. Explore the serene, tranquil beaches of Egypt, like Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam, El Gouna, or Dahab in your next holiday excursion. The idyllic beaches are great for snorkeling and scuba diving, so if you are someone who loves adventure and underwater world explore the paradise of the country.

Learn About Coptic Christmas Traditions

In Egypt, 15% of people are Coptic Christians who celebrate Christmas with full enthusiasts. The unique fact is Christmas is not celebrated on the 25th December but on 7th January. A few weeks before the holidays the Coptic Christians usually don’t use any animal product and restrict their diet. They don’t use any kind of milk, eggs, or meat. One of the biggest of these services occurs in St. Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo, celebrated by the Coptic Pope after which people gather with their families, eating, exchanging gifts, etc.   

Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery in the Sinai Peninsula

Officially known as Sacred Monastery of the God-Trodden Mount Sinai, St. Catherine’s Monastery in the Sinai Peninsula is a mandatory place to visit on Holidays. Built in 6^th Century by Byzantine emperor Justinian is a spiritual place where pilgrims usually go on a visit to offer their respect to this ancient spiritual site. The highlight of the place is the Mount Sinai, which offers 2 routes to hike. You can explore the small hike by foot or you have an option to explore the peak sitting taking a camel ride.

Home to some of the richest monuments, brimming historical points, and scenic places to traverse through; Egypt is a great place to plan your holidays. Egypt Tours are not only a holiday trip but also an enchanting journey of creating a memory. Plan your holiday trips with us and make your holidays the best holidays of your life, explore more with us @ egyptonlinetours.com