31 days in Egypt Itinerary

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.

Take a break from the city and head to Parasailing & Paragliding and Swim with Dolphins. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Spas and Speed Boats Tours. Spend the 2nd (Sat) observing fascinating marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour. There's lots more to do: stroll through Carless Reef, ride a horse along Hurghada Equestrian, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Mosque El Mina Masjid.

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Cairo to Hurghada is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cairo in March, you will find days in Hurghada are somewhat warmer (33°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Shark Diving and Safaris. Head to Na'ama Bay and St Catherine Shopfor some retail therapy. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Heavenly Cathedral, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ras Um Sid, appreciate the history behind Monument to the Victims of Plane Crash of Boeing 737, and trot along with Miso Horse Riding Trips.

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You can do a combination of flight and taxi from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or ride a ferry. In March in Sharm El Sheikh, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Dahab.

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

Explore hidden gems such as Coral Reefs and Blue Lagoon. Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Three Pools. There's more to do: view the masterpieces at WICKEDiCANDY and appreciate the history behind Wadi Zaghara.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Dahab holiday maker website.

You can drive from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Dahab can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) so you can go by car 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.

On the 14th (Thu), take in the awesome beauty at Mount Sinai and then contemplate the long history of St. Catherine's Monastery.

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Traveling by car from Dahab to Saint Catherine takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Dahab in March: high temperatures in Saint Catherine hover around 24°C and lows are around 9°C. On the 14th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Seaworld Diving Center and Marsa Shoona Bay. Take a break from the city and head to Elphinstone Reef and El Qulan Mangrove Forest. There's lots more to do: get outside with Abu Dabbab Beach, get engrossed in the history at Astronomy Center, kick back and relax at Sharm El Luli, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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Do a combination of taxi and flight from Saint Catherine to Marsa Alam in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Saint Catherine in March, things will get a bit warmer in Marsa Alam: highs are around 30°C and lows about 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Aswan.

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

On the 19th (Tue), explore the ancient world of New Kalabsha, take in the spiritual surroundings of Philae Temple, then take an in-depth tour of Nubian Museum, and finally examine the collection at Animalia. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the natural beauty at Aswan Botanical Garden, pause for some serene contemplation at Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, steep yourself in history at Unfinished Obelisk, then delve into the distant past at Qubbet el-Hawa, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of El-Tabia Mosque.

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Drive from Marsa Alam to Aswan in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Marsa Alam in March, you will find days in Aswan are a bit warmer (37°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (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 21st (Thu): mix with locals at Edfu Sound and Light Show, then delve into the distant past at Kanais, and then explore the ancient world of Temple of Horus.

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You can take a train from Aswan to Edfu in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Aswan in March, plan for slightly colder nights in Edfu, with lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can 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.

Let the collections at Luxor Museum and Karnak Open Air Museum capture your imagination. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Medinet Habu and Dendera Temple Complex. Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the extensive heritage of Avenue of Sphinxes, delve into the distant past at Tomb of Merenptah, contemplate the long history of Howard Carter House, and don't miss a visit to Tomb of Queen Nefertari.

To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Luxor online tour itinerary planner.

Take a train from Edfu to Luxor in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. March in Luxor sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) so you can travel to Cairo.

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.

Head to Khan Al-Khalili and Nomad Gallery - Zamalek Main Branchfor some retail therapy. Let the collections at The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and Oum El Dounia Gallery capture your imagination. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairo: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids (in Saqqara) and Giza (Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosque of Muhammad Ali, visit Islamic Cairo, admire the landmark architecture of Cairo Citadel, and wander the streets of Coptic Cairo.

To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Cairo trip itinerary builder website.

You can fly from Luxor to Cairo in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Luxor in March: highs in Cairo hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Sun) early enough to travel back home.