14 days in Cairo & Aswan 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Cairo: Giza (Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, &more) and Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids (in Saqqara). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, do sightseeing your way with Private Tours, shop like a local with Khan Al-Khalili, and steep yourself in history at Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Cairo trip itinerary maker site.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Cairo. March in Cairo sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel to Aswan.

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

Explore Aswan's surroundings by going to Temple of Kom Ombo (in Kom Ombo) and Temple of Horus (in Edfu). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Philae Temple, take in nature's colorful creations at Aswan Botanical Garden, make a trip to Aswan Sculpture Park, and delve into the distant past at Unfinished Obelisk.

To find ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Aswan online trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Cairo to Aswan in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Cairo in March, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Aswan: temperatures range from 37°C by day to 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.