6 days in Cairo & Hurghada 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 (Great Sphinx & Pyramids of Giza). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosque-Sabil of Sulayman Agha al-Silahdar, and look for gifts at Nomad Gallery - Zamalek Main Branch.

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Tripoli, Libya to Cairo is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. You can also drive. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Tripoli in March: highs in Cairo hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

On the 4th (Sat), admire the striking features of Mosque El Mina Masjid, then take in the waterfront activity at Hurghada Marina, and then head off the coast to Giftun Islands. On the next day, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

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Fly from Cairo to Hurghada in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cairo in March, you will find days in Hurghada are a bit warmer (33°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). On the 6th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.