Holidays to Egypt

Egypt offers sun all year round, the Red Sea for diving and snorkelling, and the pyramids and temples of the Nile.

Good for

Winter sun, diving and snorkelling, culture

Best time

October–May

Flight from Amsterdam

about 5 hours

Popular areas

Hurghada

The best-known resort on the Red Sea, with many all-inclusive hotels and coral reefs close to the coast.

Marsa Alam

Quieter and further south, with beautiful reefs and a chance to see dolphins and sea turtles.

Sharm el-Sheikh

On the Sinai peninsula, known for its diving spots and the Ras Mohammed national park.

Good to know

You need a visa for Egypt; for many nationalities it can be bought on arrival or applied for online. Check what applies to your nationality.

Before you travel, always check the latest travel advice and entry rules on nederlandwereldwijd.nl.