12 days in Sharm El Sheikh Itinerary

An enviable location on the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula and year-round warm weather boost tourism in Sharm El Sheikh and make it one of Egypt's premier travel destinations.

Mosque El Mina Masjid and Coptic Cathedral of Saint Shenouda will appeal to history buffs. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Mall Darya and Selkhet Papyrus. Change things up with these side-trips from Sharm El Sheikh: Dahab (Coral Reefs, Wadi Zaghara, &more), Bibliotheca Alexandrina El Gouna (in El Gouna) and St. Catherine's Monastery (in Saint Catherine). There's lots more to do: explore the gorgeous colors at Carless Reef, fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, catch all the local highlights with Bibo Viaggi, and kick back and relax at Mangrove Beach.

For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Sharm El Sheikh online tour itinerary planner.

In December, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can travel back home.