Saudi National Day 2027: A Long Weekend in Egypt
National Day falls on a Thursday in 2027. With the weekend, that is a ready-made three-night trip, and Egypt is about two hours away.
Three ideas for three or four nights
| Idea | Where | Why it works for a long weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Red Sea resort | Sharm el-Sheikh or Hurghada | Short flights, all-inclusive family resorts, sea around 28°C in late September |
| Cairo city break | Cairo | The pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili and a Nile dinner — see our Cairo day trips guide |
| End-of-season Sahel | North Coast villas | Still warm, quieter than July–August, and villas are easier to find |
Indicative prices for a long weekend
| Trip | Indicative 2026 price, excluding flights |
|---|---|
| Ain Sokhna, 2 nights (drive from Cairo) | 1,300–2,600 SAR per room |
| VIP Cairo & Pyramids, 3 nights | 7,800–12,400 SAR per couple |
| Cairo airport transfer | 65–310 SAR one way |
| Private car with driver | 375–560 SAR a day (sedan) |
Red Sea and North Coast stays are priced by the night for long weekends; ask us for a written quote. See all holiday packages.
Tips for a short trip
- Fly Thursday morning, return Saturday night to get three full days.
- Choose one place. On a short trip, a second flight inside Egypt costs you half a day.
- Book four to six weeks ahead. Many Gulf families travel over National Day; we hold rooms before you buy tickets.
- Already in Egypt and need a doctor? We arrange doctor and nurse visits at your hotel.
Other dates to plan around
Planning further ahead? See the full Saudi school holidays 2026–2027 guide, with the autumn, mid-year, Founding Day, Eid and summer breaks.
Last updated 18 October 2026. National Day 2026 was on Wednesday 23 September (Saudi school holiday 23–26 September, Ministry of Education calendar 1448 AH). The 2027 holiday length will be confirmed by the official announcement.
Plan by date: Saudi school holidays 2026–2027 · Eid al-Fitr 2027 in Egypt · Eid al-Adha 2027 in Egypt
Questions families ask
When is Saudi National Day 2027?
Saudi National Day is on 23 September every year. In 2027 it falls on a Thursday, which makes a long weekend with Friday and Saturday.
Where can we go in Egypt for a three-day weekend?
Sharm el-Sheikh or Hurghada for an easy resort break, Cairo for the pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, or a North Coast villa at the end of the summer season.
How long is the flight from Saudi Arabia to Egypt?
About two to two and a half hours from Riyadh or Jeddah to Cairo, with direct flights to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada as well.
Is late September a good time for Egypt?
Yes for the sea: the Red Sea is at its warmest and the North Coast is quieter after the Egyptian summer peak. Luxor and Aswan are still hot, so they suit a longer autumn trip in November instead.
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