Best Time to Visit Egypt!
Having the best vacation ever in Egypt is something easy to reach while booking your trip with us and among the most common questions that travellers ask regarding what they should do to have a perfect vacation is the things that are necessary to be packed with them before they arrive in Egypt, on other words, what to pack with you for your Egypt vacation especially if you are planning to visit the tiptop highlights of Egypt great attractions including the terrific Pyramids in Giza, the bewitching Egyptian Museum, the incredible Khan El-Khalili Bazaar that has lots of amazing shops and souvenirs to buy. That is not about Egypt as you still can enjoy the perfect Nile Cruise tour to sail towards and between two of the most breathtaking Egyptian cities which are Aswan and Luxor to enjoy their extraordinary beautiful sightseeing including the amazing Valley of the Kings on the west bank of Luxor, the gorgeous Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the exceptional Abu Simbel Temples near Aswan, the great Karnak Temples, and so many other unique places to visit and enjoy especially if you intend to have a recreational tour in a city like Hurghada or Sharm.
The main questions here are, does it differ regarding the things that I should pack with me if I plan to visit different Egyptian cities?? Does it mainly depend on the weather condition to know what should you bring with you?? What happens if I forgot to bring something essential to me? And so many other questions that we are going to figure out the best answers for within our article. All of what you need is to continue reading our article to get the best benefit and to be able to spend the most extraordinary vacation in the lad of Pharaohs.
Main Things to Pack with You for Egypt:
Your Formal Documents
There are some formal papers you have to bring with you to be able to enjoy your vacation in Egypt without facing any kind of problem including your passport which should be valid at least 6 months from the date of your arrival to Egypt. Also, visitors who come to spend their vacation in Egypt should have a visa to enter Egypt and it differs from a country to another how to obtain such a visa, for example, there are some nationalities that can easily obtain their visas right upon their arrival to Egypt just like the Americans and the Australians. Other nationalities are obliged to obtain their visas prior to their arrival to Egypt just like the Indians. There are also other nationalities that can spend up to 14 days in Egypt without a visa just like the Malaysians. So the most important thing for you to do is to check the state of your visa based on the nationality mentioned on your passport to guarantee that you won’t face any restrictions upon your arrival to Egypt.
If you are a student and you carry any discount ID card such as the International Student Identity card, then it is highly recommended to bring it with you so that you save lots of money including the admission fees to most of the historical attractions and sightseeing in Egypt. We also highly recommend having travel insurance with you so that in case of facing any misfortunate event in Egypt, the travel insurance covers it for you.
Your Money
One of the biggest mistakes that tourists do upon their arrival to Egypt is carrying lots of cash with them and they also exchange their money with the Egyptian pounds before their arrival to Egypt. The most important thing to put in mind while planning your vacation in Egypt is that it is not necessary at all to carry lots of cash with you as nearly all of the tourist stores & shops in Egypt accept Credit / Debit cards and you can use your cards at any place or you can instead withdraw your money from any Automatic Teller Machine as there are plenty of them on each corner in Egypt. The second thing to put in mind is that to be able to get the best possible exchange rate is through exchanging your money upon your arrival to Egypt and you can simply do so at Cairo International Airport with the assistance of one of our representatives. The third important thing to keep in mind is that in case you want to carry lots of cash with you for your shopping and so on, you need to keep it in different places so that in case you lost any money, you find others in a different place.
Suitable Clothes
Clothes are the most important & essential items to pack with you while traveling to any place, not just Egypt and the most successful way to check what are the best clothes to bring with you, is to check the state of the weather in Egypt in the time of your vacation. Weather in Egypt is moderate during the whole year, sometimes get too hot in summer especially in July & August and sometimes get so cold in winter especially in December and January. If you intend to visit Egypt in winter, you really need to bring with your warm clothes in order not to get cold especially at night including a jacket, jeans, layering shirts and sweatshirts in addition to your hat, sunglasses. During summer, don’t forget to bring with you light cotton or linen clothes, underwear, shorts, and your swimsuit to enjoy the most at the swimming pools of the hotels in Egypt.
You also need to bring comfortable walking shoes with you to walk through the ancient marvelous archeological sites in Egypt without getting any foot -ache as there are specious valleys and huge temples that you won’t be able to enjoy there without wearing really comfortable shoes or sandals. Regarding women, they should wear preserved clothes that have long sleeves that cover shoulders and long trousers in order not to get unnecessary attention from others and of course to be able to visit the Islamic sightseeing in Egypt.
Electronics
You definitely need to bring a camera with you, and it should have a detachable zoom lens so that you save a lot of space in your luggage and to take some memorable photos in the majestic land of Pharaohs. You also need to bring a cell phone with you to be able to communicate with your hotel, your guide, or with your family back home and for easy communication, you should get a local SIM card with you right upon your arrival to Egypt and this will also provide you with WiFi service during the whole time you are in Egypt. You may need to bring with you an Egyptian travel adapter to be able to re-charge your phone or camera and you should know that Egyptians use 220-volt plugs.
Medication
This is one of the most necessary items that you should definitely pack with you in a small medical kit as your hygienic items are so important to you and should be available at any time while being in Egypt as you may not find the same medicine that is prescribed for you in Egypt. Among the hygienic items that you should consider while planning your tour in Egypt are the antibacterial hand gel, oral care items, tissues for the public restrooms, tweezers, and scissors. Your medical kit should include the following items: aspirin, bandages, Advil, antibacterial ointment, anti-diarrhea drugs, Dramamine and you shouldn’t definitely forget your sunscreen and skincare products in order not to face any issues with your skin while being in Egypt.
Your Personal Items
Tourists choose Egypt to be their targeted destination as it is rich with some of the most exceptional sightseeing that narrates prestigious parts of its great history. There are tens of incredible temples, thousands of amazing tombs in its valleys, and numerous numbers of attractions & monuments that spread all around its land providing its visitors with some exceptional experiences. One of the most essential topics that really concern the tourists who want to arrange their vacations in Egypt is how the weather like in the different seasons in Egypt and what is the best time to arrange a perfect vacation although the temperature may get so hot during summer and we want to make it much easier for our guests to be able to plan for their Egypt vacation in 2025 and enjoy the best weather in Egypt.
Summer in Egypt is usually hot and dry from May till August, and the temperature can get up to 37°C during the daytime and this is definitely not suitable to have tours in Cairo or in Upper Egypt “Off-peak season”. However, there is another side of Egypt that you can really enjoy which is its coastal side of the Red Sea where you can enjoy the most interesting relaxing tour in Hurghada or Sharm El-sheikh and enjoy the most amazing facilities of the deluxe hotels & resorts plus making use of the special offers for the snorkelling, the diving, and the desert safari excursions.
In order to enjoy the perfect tour package in the land of Pharaohs through heading to Cairo, Alexandria, and also enjoying a Nile Cruise adventure down the river towards the mesmerizing sightseeing in Aswan and Luxor, we highly recommend visiting Egypt between the beginning of October and the end of April “Peak Season” when the weather is much cooler and everything will be opened in front of your eyes to enjoy and have fun with without worrying about putting sunscreen or getting hydrated due to dry weather. In addition to having the ability to enjoy the best historical tour in Egypt during winter, you can also enjoy the most notable water sport on the Red Sea coastal beaches.
Regarding the shoulder months in Egypt, they are March, April, and September and you can experience the most pleasant temperature in addition to the best affordable prices that allow you to experience the greatest attractions and landmarks in Egypt with an outstanding opportunity to experience sunbathing, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins, and diving in the Red Sea most fascinating cities and this is how you can enjoy the whole year in its different seasons in the great land of Pharaohs, you will never get bored nor to waste your money as you will always have the best chance to enjoy your most desirable vacation.
The Average Temperature in Egypt 2025
The average temperature in Egypt varies based on the moth and season in the different regions and sites all around the country and it ranges between 37°C and can get down to 14°C. Summer is recommended in Egypt for only the Red Sea excursions as you can enjoy the best water sports in summer and get really reasonable prices for your tours but with it comes to enjoy a full package in the different Egyptian sightseeing, then the winter season is the most recommended one also the prices of tours and accommodation get a little bit more expensive but it is such a fabulous chance to enjoy a remarkable tour around the greatest Egyptian attractions.
Here is some more info regarding the temperatures in the most well-known Egyptian cities to arrange your vacation accordingly:
What Is the Best Time to Visit Egypt in 2025??
Based on the survey we have done on the most recommended time for tourists to enjoy their vacation in Egypt and because we are always eager to provide our readers the whole answers to their inquiries, we have provided you with the necessary details about each season in Egypt and how does it look like to enjoy your vacation on each season.
Spring Season “That starts from Mar 20th till Jun 20th”
This is the most favorable season for tourists and locals to enjoy the best vacation in Egypt as the temperature gets to be very moderate, and you can enjoy some of the most interesting activities and tours in addition to having the chance to spend their Easter vacation 2025 in a great land like Egypt. During Sham El-Nassim in Egypt, you will be able to meet lots of Egyptians who will greet you and show you some of their interesting customs & traditions during such a celebration. You will also enjoy a magnificent Nile Cruise tour that is going to be your time machine back in time to the ancient era of the pharaohs.
Summer Season “That starts on Jun 20th till Sep 22nd”
Summer in Egypt is marked with hot temperatures and although of the somehow extreme weather during the daytime, travelers love to come to Egypt during such weather to get a good price for their accommodation & flights and it is also going to be a golden chance for the divers to have the most enthusiastic diving excursion in Hurghada or Sharm El-Sheikh since it is the off-peak season in Egypt and you can make a really good deal. For extra fun and enjoyment, you can experience the hot-air balloon in the early morning on the west bank of Luxor to have an overall view of the attractions of the city and you can also enjoy a desert safari ride in Hurghada to enjoy the beauty of the sand dunes and to spend some magical time in exploring the beauty of the land of treasures.
Autumn Season “That starts on Sep 22nd till Dec 21st”
This is another moderate recommended season in Egypt that is famous for its really cool weather and its fabulous irresistible prices that enable you to enjoy the most extraordinary, beautiful Egypt Holiday and visit the memorial Egypt most favorable tourist sightseeing. Nile cruises are the best chance to enjoy in that season since you will be free to visit the incredible temples in Luxor & Aswan in addition to their hypnotic monuments. Among the best sites that you are going to check are the marvelous Abu Simbel Temples, the gorgeous Philae Temple in Aswan, the interesting temples of Karnak and Luxor, the breathtaking pyramids in Giza, the terrific Grand Egyptian Museum, and so many other amazing attractions that you will definitely enjoy while visiting Egypt during autumn.
Winter Season “That starts on Dec 21st till Mar 21st”
Winter is the peaked season in Egypt and the most favorable season for Coptic as they love to spend their Christmas Eve and Christmas vacation in Egypt where they will be able to visit the most interesting ancient churches in Egypt. Egyptians really know how to enjoy such a terrific festival and everything in Egypt get decorated to meet this unique celebration and of course, with the amazing weather in Egypt during that time, it is definitely the most irresistible chance to spend the lifetime adventure you have always dreamt of.
Best Activities to Enjoy While Being in Egypt
There are numerous things that you can enjoy while being in Egypt in its different seasons; for example, in summer, you can enjoy windsurfing, snorkeling, swimming with dolphins, diving, surfing, in addition to enjoying the best dinner cruises and attending the shows that are held at night. In winter, you should definitely head to Giza Complex to visit the remarkable attractions there including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the amazing Sphinx, and much other outstanding sightseeing. In Luxor and Aswan, you should book a Nile Cruise to take the best chance to enjoy the cruise’s best facilities and to be able to visit the Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, the High Dam, Karnak Temples Complex, Colossi of Memnon, Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples, and make the best of your vacation in Egypt. Try your visit to avoid visiting the western desert during the summer season as you won’t enjoy the experience and you won’t be able to enjoy the amazing beauty of the Egyptian desert.
Amazing Festivals in Egypt During 2026
Ramadan is the most famous religion even in Egypt when Muslims are prevented from drinking, eating, smoking during the daytime till the sunset and tourists can visit Egypt through it without facing any restrictions with their tours or while eating at any time during the day as there are special tourist restaurants & cafés for tourists to enjoy their vacation, this event is followed by Eid El-Fitr and it is such an amazing celebration to attend in 2026. There is also another Eid and it is called Eid El-Adha and it usually comes in July or August and you can attend it to see the most notable Egyptian traditions in such festivals.
Christmas Holidays 2025 will never be good in comparison to the ones that will be spent in Egypt as you will experience touring around the tiptop Egyptian attractions with your family & friends during the most important Coptic festival.
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