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.

Escape the urban bustle at Carless Reef and Ras Mohamed Camping. Visit Mangrove Beach and Ras Um Sid for some beach relaxation. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sharm El Sheikh: Dahab (Coral Reefs, Wadi Zaghara, &more), St. Catherine's Monastery (in Saint Catherine) and Bibliotheca Alexandrina El Gouna (in El Gouna). There's much more to do: get a new perspective on things with Bibo Viaggi, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Coptic Cathedral of Saint Shenouda, glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and admire the landmark architecture of Mosque El Mina Masjid.

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If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Sharm El Sheikh International Airport and Hurghada International Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh can reach 45°C, while at night they dip to 35°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.