Step into an exciting 7-day Egypt solo budget tour, encompassing the dynamic cities of Cairo, Luxor, and Alexandria. This immersive adventure is tailored for solo travelers seeking an affordable exploration of ancient wonders and contemporary culture. Discover the treasures of the past and the vibrant essence of Egypt as you journey through the captivating landscapes of Cairo, Luxor, and Alexandria.
Begin your 7-day Egypt solo budget tour (Cairo, Alexandria & Luxor) in Cairo. Visit the only ancient wonder that still exists, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, together with the pyramids Khafre and Menkau. Discover the stunning contents of the Egyptian Museum. Venture to Alexandria to explore the impressive Roman Catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel.
Board your sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor. Discover the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple. Take your train back to Cairo for the rest of your 7-day solo budget itinerary in Egypt.
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Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our dedicated representative from “Egypt Best Vacations” will extend a warm welcome, providing assistance with the arrival procedures and visa regulations. You will then be transferred to your hotel, marking the commencement of your 7-day Egypt solo budget tour, where free time awaits for you to start your exploration
Your actual 7-day Egypt solo budget tour (Cairo, Alexandria & Luxor) begins when Egypt Best Vacations tour guide picks you up from your hotel for the tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Saqqara.
Today, you will visit 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 remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed.
Then on to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. Saqqara is one of the most important and richest necropolises in Egypt. It was the cemetery of Memphis, the 1st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE.
Transfer to Giza Railway to board your sleeper train to Luxor.
Luxor awaits for your next two days on your 7-day solo budget tour of Egypt! Meet your guide at Luxor Train Station to commence your tour. 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. It lies about 3km north of Luxor Temple. 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 the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Amenhotep III (1387-1349 BCE), the grandson of the military genius Tuthmosis III. The temple was expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Numerous other sovereigns, including Tutankhamun, Horemhab, and Alexander the Great enriched the construction with reliefs, inscriptions, and minor buildings.
Transfer to your hotel for a free evening in Luxor.
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 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.
Transfer to Luxor railway to board your seated train back to Cairo.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over Luxor
From your train to explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of the Egyptian past are displayed on two floors of the museum.
From the museum to 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. You will finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan el Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Transfer back to your hotel.
Your 7-day Egypt solo budget tour is taking you to explore the coastal wonders of the beautiful city of Alexandria. So, prepare for a transfer from Cairo to Alexandria. 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 in Alexandria by visiting the Library of Alexandria from the outside. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo for the final night of your 7-day Egypt solo budget tour package.
Conclude your 7-day Egypt solo budget tour package with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave, so ask our guides about your next solo budget adventure in Egypt.
