11 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.

Egypt Tailor Made Day Tours has been added to your itinerary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cairo: Giza (Great Sphinx, Pyramids of Giza, &more) and Saqqara (Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids & Step Pyramid of Djoser). There's much more to do: examine the collection at The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, stroll around Al-Azhar Park, admire the landmark architecture of Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary), and take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Cairo trip itinerary planning app.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Cairo International Airport. In October, daytime highs in Cairo are 86°F, while nighttime lows are 69°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.