Experience the wonders of Egypt on our 12-Day Budget Tour, where you will explore the captivating cities of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and indulge in the sun-soaked beaches of Hurghada. Immerse yourself in the rich history, ancient treasures, and vibrant culture of this extraordinary country, all while staying within your budget.
Enjoy one of the best cheap Egypt tour packages. Begin your 12-day Egypt budget tour itinerary (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Hurghada) in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the fabulous contents of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Board your sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan. Explore Aswan wonders, Philae Temple, and Aswan High Dam.
Travel from Aswan to Luxor and visit Kom Ombo and Edfu temples on your way to Luxor. Explore the treasures of Luxor’s west and east banks. Discover the Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple. Head to Hurghada for some relaxation on the beautiful beaches of the Red Sea. Travel from Hurghada back to Cairo for the rest of your 12-day Egypt budget tour package.
The 12 Day Egypt Budget Tour blends history, culture, and relaxation at a great value. Explore Cairo’s wonders, cruise the Nile between Luxor and Aswan, and unwind by the Red Sea in Hurghada—an unforgettable adventure without the high price tag.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations” who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel for free time and the beginning of your 12-day Egypt budget tour package.
Meals Plan: No Meals Included
Your actual 12-day Egypt budget tour itinerary (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Hurghada) begins when our tour guide picks you up from your hotel for the tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the GEM Museum.
Today, you will explore the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built.
Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures in one stunning modern complex. You’ll stand face-to-face with the full Tutankhamun collection and enjoy immersive galleries that bring Egypt’s history to life. Then, head back to your hotel.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Following your breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. At the citadel, you can visit the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, which is one of its most prominent features. Continue to Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Your tour will conclude in the largest market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, a historical bazaar. Then, transfer to Giza train station to board your sleeper train to Aswan.
Meals Plan: Breakfast at the hotel & Dinner on the train
Meet and assist at Aswan Railway by your guide to commence your tour to Aswan wonders. Visit the beautiful Philae Temple, which was built during the Greco-Roman era, and dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. Then proceed to the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of 1960s. End your Aswan tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your hotel in Aswan. Free evening in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village Tour
Meals Plan: Breakfast on the train
Breakfast at the hotel, then venture to Kom Ombo to visit the Twin Temple of Sobek and Horus in Kom Ombo. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish. Then head to the Crocodile Museum beside the temple.
Travel from Kom Ombo to Edfu to have your lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls. Then, head to your hotel in Luxor to enjoy two days of your fabulous 12 day Egypt budget tour package.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Explore the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak. The Temple/Complex of Karnak was the great god’s chief sanctuary and much larger than any other monument in Egypt. This huge and splendid complex which actually contains many separate temples covers 1700 years of expansion and an area of 300 acres. From Karnak Temple to the majestic Temple of Luxor. The Temple of Luxor was built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III during the 18th Dynasty. Then, was expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Then, transfer to your hotel for a free evening in Luxor.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Today, you will visit the glorious tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will recommend the best three tombs of the ones that are open to visit. From the glorious Valley of the Kings to the unique temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who served as solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Then, 12 day Egypt budget tour takes to Hurghada to enjoy four full days of relaxation on the Red Sea crystal beaches.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Your 12 day Egypt budget tour is designed to give you some relaxation, so enjoy your free day. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request. Discover the beautiful city of Hurghada with our Hurghada day tours.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Enjoy a free day of your Hurghada Christmas vacation. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request. Hurghada private transfers are available upon request to go through the city.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Enjoy your free day. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request to enjoy your Red Sea holiday.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Your 12-day Egypt budget tour itinerary gives you a choice to stay in Hurghada today if your flight tomorrow is in the late afternoon or to travel by road to Cairo for a night before your flight home.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Conclude your 12-day Egypt budget tour with a transfer to Cairo Airport from Hurghada or from your hotel in Cairo for final departure. It is really sad to leave, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
