Embark on a solo journey with our exclusive 5-day Egypt Solo Budget Tour. Carefully designed to introduce you to the cultural richness of Cairo, the coastal allure of Alexandria, and the historical marvels of Luxor. Tailored for budget-conscious travelers, this adventure promises a blend of historic exploration and modern discovery.
Explore the best of Cairo, Luxor and Alexandria with our Egypt solo budget tours. Begin your 5-day Egypt solo budget tour in Cairo. Stand face-to-face with the Great Pyramid of Giza. Feel the sun warm your skin and the echoes of pharaohs resonate in your soul. Explore the fabulous contents of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Wander through Cairo’s labyrinthine Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Venture to Alexandria to discover the impressive Roman Catacombs and the Citadel of Qaitbay. Delve into Alexandria’s Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern titan of knowledge rising from the ashes of an ancient intellectual haven.
Board your sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor to explore the highlights of Luxor’s west and east banks. Discover great tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the impressive Karnak Temple. Then board your train back to Cairo for the rest of your 5-day Egypt solo budget tour. This solo escapade is more than just sightseeing. It’s a celebration of independence, discovery, and connection. Forge friendships with fellow adventurers, explore at your own pace, and unlock a new rhythm of travel that empowers you to embrace the unknown.
Cairo’s bustling pulse welcomes you as your plane touches down at Cairo International Airport. Breathe in the desert air, tinged with the promise of ancient wonders and solo adventures. Look for our friendly “Egypt Best Vacations” representative, ready to guide you through arrival formalities and visa regulations. Relax, solo explorer, as we whisk you away to your hotel, marking the exciting beginning of your 5-day solo Egyptian odyssey!
Meals Plan: No Meals Included
Commence your 5-day solo budget adventure across Egypt, exploring Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor with the initiation led by your tour guide. The journey kicks off as you are picked up from your hotel for a captivating tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the GEM Museum.
Today’s exploration centers around the Giza Plateau, featuring the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure alongside the iconic Sphinx. Immerse yourself in the only ancient wonder that still stands – Khufu’s pyramid. Gain insights into the pyramid’s history, construction methods, and their historical significance.
Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then continue 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. Conclude your day by transferring to Giza Railway, where you will board a sleeper train destined for Luxor. This is a thrilling journey, unlocking the historical treasures of Egypt on a budget-friendly solo tour.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on the train
Unveil Luxor treasures with your Luxor highlights tour. Prepare to stand face-to-face with pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, where majestic tombs whisper tales of power and eternity. Explore the unique Hatshepsut Temple, a honeycomb carved into the cliffs, and stand in awe before the silent sentinels, the Colossi of Memnon.
Midday calls, and a local restaurant beckons with the fragrant bounty of Egyptian cuisine. Fuel your spirit for the afternoon’s adventures, for Karnak Temple awaits, its colossal columns reaching for the sky like a petrified forest of gods. Within its labyrinthine halls, discover the vibrant stories etched in stone, testaments to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, the divine triad who once held sway over these lands. Then, as the sun begins its descent, immerse yourself in the majesty of Luxor Temple. Feel the echo of ancient ceremonies that resonated through these halls, and imagine the pharaohs gliding through time within its embrace.
As twilight paints the Nile, your sleeper train awaits, ready to carry you back to Cairo, lulled by the rhythmic clatter of wheels and the gentle whisper of the river. Dreams of pharaohs and gods dance in your eyes, and tomorrow promises new adventures in the bustling heart of Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast on the train, Lunch at local restaurant & Dinner on the train
Embark on a scenic journey from Giza Railway to the enchanting City of Alexandria, marking another delightful day in your 5-day Egypt solo budget tour. Upon arrival, you will visit the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.
From the catacombs to the nearby Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain.
From the Pompey’s Pillar to the magnificent Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks. You will end your tour to Alexandria wonders by visiting the Library of Alexandria. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo for the final night of your 5-day Egypt solo budget tour.
Meals Plan: Breakfast on the train & Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the citadel. Continue to the Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Conclude your 5-day Egypt solo budget tour with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
