28 days in Cairo 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairo: Giza (Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, &more), Mit Rahina Museum (in Al Badrashin) and Saqqara (Step Pyramid of Djoser, Mastaba of Mereruka, &more). There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, explore the ancient world of Giza Plateau, walk around Al-Azhar Park, and hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Cairo trip planner.

In October, daytime highs in Cairo are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.