53 days in Egypt Itinerary

More than 20 million people call Cairo their home and, as soon as you set foot in the sprawling metropolis, it's evident they make it crowded and chaotic, but also exuberant and charming.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Mon): explore the ancient world of Pyramids of Giza, pause for some photo ops at Great Sphinx, and then admire the striking features of Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary). On the 12th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the distant past at Statue of Ramesses II, then delve into the distant past at Step Pyramid of Djoser, and then browse the eclectic array of goods at Khan Al-Khalili.

To find more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Cairo route planner.

Dammam, Saudi Arabia to Cairo is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Dammam to Cairo is minus 1 hour. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Dammam in November: highs in Cairo hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can go by car to 6th of October City.

6th of October is a city in Giza Governorate, a satellite town and part of the urban area of Cairo, Egypt, 32 km (20 miles) outside the city. Start off your visit on the 13th (Wed): experience the excitement of Ski Egypt and then putt your heart out at Dream land park.

To see reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the 6th of October City travel route builder site .

Traveling by car from Cairo to 6th of October City takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. November in 6th of October City sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Alexandria.

Known for its turbulent and eventful past, the port city of Alexandria retains a historic charm and atmosphere, boasting thousands of years of Egypt's cultural heritage.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Thu): take an in-depth tour of El Kobba El Samaweya, then take in the spiritual surroundings of El Qaed Ibrahim Mosque, then enjoy the sand and surf at Mamoura Beach, and finally explore the world behind art at Alexandria Library. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, then steep yourself in history at Fort Qaitbey, then explore the ancient world of Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, and finally steep yourself in history at St.Mina Monastery.

To see reviews, maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Alexandria trip planning website .

You can drive from 6th of October City to Alexandria in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Alexandria can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can take a bus to Mersa Matruh.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sat): stroll through Almaza Bay. Here are some ideas for day two: take a stroll around Marsa Matruh and then look for gifts at Souq Libya.

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Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Mersa Matruh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. November in Mersa Matruh sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C at night. On the 18th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Siwa.

You've now added Lake Siwa to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Mon): delve into the distant past at Temple of Umm Ubayd, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Siwa, and then see the interesting displays at Museum of Siwan Traditions. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take some stellar pictures from Shali Fortress, then contemplate the long history of Graeco-Roman Tombs, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Dakrur Mountain.

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Getting from Mersa Matruh to Siwa by car takes about 4.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can travel to New Valley Governorate.

New Valley Governorate is one of the governorates of Egypt. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Dakhla Oasis. On the 21st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Dakhla Oasis.

To find where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the New Valley Governorate route planning site .

The Route module can help you plan travel from Siwa to New Valley Governorate. You will leave for Al Minya on the 22nd (Fri).

Minya is the capital of the Minya Governorate in Upper Egypt. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: delve into the distant past at Beni Hassan.

To find ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Al Minya travel itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from New Valley Governorate to Al Minya. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can travel to Aswan.

Plan an Aswan holiday and treat yourself to ancient wonders of the past along the Nile River.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Temple of Kom Ombo and Monastery of St. Simeon. Museum-lovers will get to explore Nubian Museum and Animalia. Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Philae Temple, pause for some serene contemplation at Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, step off the mainland to explore Agilkia Island, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Aswan Market.

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Do a combination of taxi and flight from Al Minya to Aswan in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. November in Aswan sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Edfu.

Edfu is an Egyptian city, located on the west bank of the Nile River between Esna and Aswan, with a population of approximately sixty thousand people. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Thu): explore the ancient world of Tombs of El kab, then explore the ancient world of Kanais, and then explore the ancient world of Temple of Horus at Edfu.

To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Edfu trip itinerary builder website .

Getting from Aswan to Edfu by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from Aswan in November, Edfu is little chillier at night with lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to take a train to Luxor.

A monumental number of archaeological relics from ancient Egypt remain evident in Luxor, the former capital of the New Kingdom.

Medinet Habu and Temple of Karnak are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Discover out-of-the-way places like Tomb of Merenptah and Temple of Amun. The adventure continues: stroll the grounds of Valley of the Kings, explore the ancient world of Tomb of Ay, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Luxor Temple, and make a trip to Deir el-Shelwit Temple.

To find more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Luxor day trip planning site .

Getting from Edfu to Luxor by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Qena.

Qena is a city in Upper Egypt, and the capital of the Qena Governorate. Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): delve into the distant past at Dendera Temple Complex and then explore the ancient world of Dendera Temple Complex. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue): don't miss a visit to Nubet pyramid, look for gifts at Kome el dabie Ancient Ferka textiles workshop, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sidi Abd Er-Rahim Mosque.

For more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Qena trip itinerary planner .

Getting from Luxor to Qena by car takes about 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in December, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Safaga.

Port Safaga, also known as Safaga, is a town in Egypt, on the coast of the Red Sea, located 53km south of Hurghada. Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): head outdoors with El-Mallah. On the 5th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get outside with 3 Turtles and then stop by Victoria Wharf.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Safaga online trip itinerary maker .

Traveling by car from Qena to Safaga takes 2.5 hours. Traveling from Qena in December, plan for a bit warmer nights in Safaga, with lows around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to travel to Marsa Alam.

The opening of an international airport and subsequent development of hotels and resorts boosted tourism in Marsa Alam, a town on Egypt's Red Sea coast known for its world-class diving spots.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Swim with Dolphins and Marsa Shoona Bay. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at El Qulan Mangrove Forest and Gebel El Rosas. The adventure continues: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas and get engrossed in the history at Astronomy Center.

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Marsa Alam trip itinerary builder .

You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Safaga to Marsa Alam in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. December in Marsa Alam sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can travel to Soma Bay.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Badawya Tent of Mostafa & Bob.

For maps, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Soma Bay trip planner .

Getting from Marsa Alam to Soma Bay by combination of taxi and flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Soma Bay are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Hurghada.

Originally a small fishing town on the Red Sea coast, Hurghada developed into Egypt's premier beach destination thanks to its year-round sunny weather and world-class dive sites.

Explore hidden gems such as Careless Reef and Mosque El Mina Masjid. Take a break from the city and head to Swim with Dolphins and Zeytuna Beach. And it doesn't end there: explore the gorgeous colors at Omo Gamaar, stop by Sultan Center Shop, and explore the world behind art at Sand City.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Hurghada day trip planning website .

Drive from Soma Bay to Hurghada in an hour. In December, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to travel to Sharm El Sheikh.

An enviable location on the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula and year-round warm weather boost tourism in Sharm El Sheikh and make it one of Egypt's premier travel destinations.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Swim with Dolphins and Bibo Viaggi. Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Ras Mohamed Camping. There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Heavenly Cathedral, get outside with Only One Apnea Center, examine the collection at Sharm Papyrus Museum, and look for gifts at Mall Darya.

To find traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Sharm El Sheikh online trip itinerary maker .

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh in 1.5 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or drive. In December, daily temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can go by car to Dahab.

Formerly a remote Bedouin village, Dahab now enjoys the status of a resort town and scuba diving heaven.

Take a break from the city and head to Scuba & Snorkeling and Blue Lagoon. Step off the beaten path and head to Three Pools and WICKEDiCANDY. And it doesn't end there: explore the fascinating underground world of Blue Hole, appreciate the history behind Wadi Zaghara, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Dahab online trip builder .

Traveling by car from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in December, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to drive to Nuweiba.

On the 20th (Fri), explore the gorgeous colors at Duna Reef, head off the coast to Coral Island, and then steep yourself in history at Ain Khudra. On the 21st (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, explore the stunning scenery at Abu Hamada Canyon, and then make a trip to Nawamis.

For more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Nuweiba trip planner .

Drive from Dahab to Nuweiba in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Dahab in December, you will find days in Nuweiba are a bit cooler (19°C), and nights are colder (5°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Saint Catherine.

Visitors flock to the town of Saint Catherine, nestled in the foothills of Mount Sinai, to explore the World Heritage Area's numerous religious and historic sights.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): stroll through Jackson Reef, get a sense of history and politics at The Cascades at Soma Bay, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Anthony's Monastery (Deir Mar Antonios). On the 23rd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire all the interesting features of Mount Sinai and then explore the gorgeous colors at Ras Mohommed National Park.

For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Saint Catherine trip maker website .

You can take a bus from Nuweiba to Saint Catherine in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In December in Saint Catherine, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to travel to Taba.

Taba is a small Egyptian town near the northern tip of the Gulf of Aqaba. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Salah El-Din Castle and then step into the grandiose world of Castle Zaman. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: tee off at Taba Heights Golf Resort.

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You can take a bus from Saint Catherine to Taba in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. While traveling from Saint Catherine, expect a bit warmer days and much warmer nights in Taba, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 24°C. You'll set off for Ain Sukhna on the 26th (Thu).

To see other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Ain Sukhna itinerary planner.

You can drive from Taba to Ain Sukhna in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. You'll set off for Ismailia on the 28th (Sat).

Ismailia is a city in north-eastern Egypt. On the 29th (Sun), get curious at Natural Science Museum and then take an in-depth tour of Ismailia Museum.

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You can drive from Ain Sukhna to Ismailia in 2 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and bus. December in Ismailia sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Port Said.

Port Said is a city that lies in north east Egypt extending about 30km along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, north of the Suez Canal, with an approximate population of 603,787 (2010). Keep things going the next day: explore the activities along Suez Canal and then explore the galleries of Galary Kandil.

To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Port Said trip builder app .

Traveling by car from Ismailia to Port Said takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Ismailia in December since evenings lows in Port Said dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) early enough to travel back home.