60 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Cairo side-trips: Giza (Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, &more), Saqqara (Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Step Pyramid of Djoser, &more) and Al Badrashin (Mit Rahina Museum & The Sphinx of Memphis). There's much more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, explore the activities along Nile River, stop by Islamic Cairo, and shop like a local with Khan Al-Khalili.

To find maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read our Cairo trip planner.

In September, daily temperatures in Cairo can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can travel back home.