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Western Easter is on 28 March, while Coptic Easter is on 2 May. Tell us whether you want a late-March spring break or a trip around Egypt's Coptic Easter celebrations.
Compare Egypt Easter tours and packages for 2027, 2028 and 2029, including private Cairo and Giza sightseeing, Luxor and Aswan, Nile cruises and traditional Dahabiya journeys. Choose the dates and trip length that suit your Easter break, explore real tour itineraries and request a personalised seasonal quote before booking.
Egypt Easter holiday dates can mean either the Western Easter break or Coptic Orthodox Easter in Egypt. They are not always the same weekend. Check the year and the celebration you mean before selecting flights, arranging a Nile cruise or asking for a final package price.
Travel year | Western Easter Sunday | Coptic Easter Sunday (Egypt) | Booking consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
2027 | 28 March 2027 | 2 May 2027 | Two separate holiday periods: specify which Easter you want. |
2028 | 16 April 2028 | 16 April 2028 | Both celebrations fall on the same Sunday. |
2029 | 1 April 2029 | 8 April 2029 | Dates are one week apart; confirm your preferred departure window. |
Western Easter is on 28 March, while Coptic Easter is on 2 May. Tell us whether you want a late-March spring break or a trip around Egypt's Coptic Easter celebrations.
Both Western and Coptic Easter take place on 16 April. Compare Cairo-based routes and Nile sailing options for the dates surrounding this shared holiday.
Western Easter is on 1 April and Coptic Easter is on 8 April. A longer trip may span both weekends, depending on your holiday allowance.
The dates above refer to Easter Sundays, not guaranteed package departures or public-holiday arrangements. Ask for the exact hotel nights, domestic connections, cruise embarkation and sightseeing schedule in the final proposal.
These three published Alacart Travel Egypt tours offer practical starting points for an Easter holiday. They are existing tour itineraries, not confirmed Easter departures; request availability and a fresh holiday-period quotation for the dates you choose.
01 · Dahabiya
Use the published five-night Dahabiya route as the basis of an intimate Easter Nile holiday, with temple visits and time on the river. Cairo can be added separately; any Easter sailing, special excursions and cabin choices need confirmation.
View the 6-day Dahabiya itinerary →
02 · Felucca
Consider this nine-day cultural route if you want Egypt's major historic destinations with time on a traditional felucca. It is different from a multi-night Nile cruise, so check the transport, accommodation and river experience carefully.
View the 9-day Egypt itinerary →
03 · Classic cruise
This published itinerary combines Cairo and Alexandria with the main Upper Egypt sites and a Nile cruise. It is a stronger match for visitors seeking an organised multi-stop Easter package with a substantial river section.
View the 10-day cruise package →The length and route above describe the published products. None is a promise of an Easter 2027, 2028 or 2029 departure. Confirm cabin or hotel availability, whether flights are included, entrance tickets, guide language, cancellation conditions and the final seasonal price.
Your best Easter package depends on who is travelling, the number of nights available and whether you want a guided cultural tour, a private family itinerary or time on the Nile.
Private Egypt Easter Tours
Ideal for couples or small groups who want private transport, their preferred sightseeing pace and flexible hotel arrangements. Explore private tours →
Family-Friendly Easter Packages
Choose manageable sightseeing days, age-appropriate guiding, suitable rooms and time to rest between destinations. Plan a family itinerary →
Nile Cruise + Red Sea Options
Pair Luxor and Aswan with a cruise or Dahabiya, then consider a relaxed Red Sea stay if your holiday is long enough. Compare Nile journeys →
A classic cruise generally has a larger vessel and a structured sailing programme; a Dahabiya is a smaller-scale sailing experience. For Easter dates, compare the real vessel, cabin, sailing direction and included visits rather than relying only on the package name.
These examples show how an Easter break can connect Egypt's main destinations without unnecessary backtracking. They are custom itinerary ideas, not advertised fixed departures. The exact day-by-day programme depends on your flight dates and cruise schedule.
Best when your Easter break is short and archaeology matters more than a full Nile cruise.
Suitable for first-time visitors who want the Pyramids, Upper Egypt and a river journey.
Designed for travellers who want major cultural stops plus several unhurried beach days.
An Easter package price cannot be calculated reliably from the tour duration alone. Published standard tour prices may not apply over Easter; Alacart's tour listings specifically ask customers to enquire for Easter-period rates. Request a written quotation based on your year, exact arrival and departure dates, party size and chosen services.
Pricing factor | What changes your Easter quote |
|---|---|
2027 / 2028 / 2029 dates | Hotel availability, the holiday period and confirmed cruise departure dates. |
Tour duration and route | Number of nights, destinations, long-distance transfers and domestic flights. |
Accommodation | Hotel category, room configuration, cruise or Dahabiya cabin type. |
Travel party | Adults, children's ages, room sharing and private-group size. |
Activities and inclusions | Guides, entrance tickets, meals, optional visits and any Red Sea extension. |
Your written quote should specify exactly which of these services are included, rather than assuming every published itinerary has the same inclusions.
Check the selected tour's exclusions. For example, the published five-night Dahabiya listing excludes entrance fees, international flights and optional visits.
No unverified 2027, 2028 or 2029 Easter package price is advertised here. Compare the final per-person quotation and the included services, cancellation terms and payment schedule before you confirm.
Start with the year and celebration you are travelling around. Then choose a published itinerary or ask for a private alternative. Final arrangements should be confirmed in writing before any booking commitment.
Share your 2027, 2028 or 2029 dates, departure city, number of adults and children's ages. State whether you mean Western or Coptic Easter if relevant.
Choose a 6-, 9- or 10-day published starting point, or request a 7-, 10- or 14-day custom tour. Specify private guiding, hotels, cruise type and must-see places.
Check confirmed availability, itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, currency, deposit and cancellation conditions before deciding to book.
Choose an Easter year, trip duration and main focus to see a sample itinerary idea. This tool does not check live departures or calculate prices; submit your dates separately for a confirmed quotation.
Start with Cairo, Giza and Luxor. Keep transfers manageable, then request dates and availability for your Easter break.
Western Easter: 28 March 2027 · Coptic Easter: 2 May 2027
Ask for My Easter Itinerary →Answers to the dates, package costs, cruise options and booking questions travellers ask before choosing an Easter holiday in Egypt.
Tell Alacart Travel Egypt your preferred year, exact Easter dates, number of travellers, trip duration and whether you want private sightseeing, a Nile cruise, a Dahabiya or a Red Sea extension. Request a personalised programme with clearly stated availability, inclusions and prices.