Egypt

This self-launched version of the classic Egypt Highlights itinerary takes you from the ancient wonders of Cairo to a budget Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, and on to the Red Sea shores of Hurghada — all independently bookable at a fraction of the guided tour price. You'll swap the 4★ group hotel for clean, well-located budget hotels and guesthouses, book Nile cruise cabins directly with budget operators, and use public trains, buses and shared taxis to get between cities. All the iconic sites — Giza, the Sphinx, Saqqara, Philae, Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Hurghada's reefs — are self-bookable via GetYourGuide, Klook or at the gate. Costs below are estimated per person based on solo/budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£680

Skip the group tour premium and explore Egypt's most iconic ancient wonders on your own terms. This self-launched itinerary follows the same Cairo–Aswan–Luxor route as Exodus's guided trip — Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, Philae Temple, felucca sailing, Valley of the Kings, Karnak and more — but replaces the guided group setup with independent bookings, budget-friendly hotels, local transport and self-bookable tours via GetYourGuide or direct entry. Egypt is one of the most rewarding countries to explore independently, with well-trodden routes, affordable guesthouses near all major sites, and local guides you can hire on the spot for a fraction of the tour operator price. Estimated costs are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£585

Experience the same iconic Egyptian journey — the Pyramids of Giza, Nubian Aswan, felucca nights on the Nile, and Luxor's ancient temples — without the guided group price tag. This self-launched itinerary follows the Encounters Travel "Nubian Adventure" route, swapping 5-star group accommodation for excellent mid-range and boutique guesthouses, guided tours for self-bookable equivalents via GetYourGuide and direct entry, and private transfers for Egypt's reliable overnight sleeper trains. All cost estimates are approximate per-person figures for a solo or small-group independent traveller.

Travel Crew

~£555

This self-launched itinerary follows the Exodus Signature Egypt | Spirit of the Nile route independently — Cairo's pyramids and desert fossils, Luxor's royal tombs, and a slow cruise south to Aswan — swapping the private dahabiya and Five-Star hotels for atmospheric guesthouses, a budget Nile felucca or cabin cruiser, and self-bookable tours. You'll hit every iconic highlight — the Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza Plateau, Wadi Al-Hitan, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae — for a fraction of the Signature price. All cost estimates are approximate and per person.

Travel Crew

~£805

Ditch the group tour premium and explore Egypt's legendary ancient wonders on your own terms. This 9-day self-launched itinerary follows the same iconic route — Cairo's Pyramids and Sphinx, the sleeper train to Aswan, a traditional Nile felucca night, and Luxor's Valley of the Kings — but books everything independently to slash costs dramatically. You'll stay in budget hotels and guesthouses, ride Egypt's legendary overnight trains, paddle the Nile by kayak, and wander bazaars and temples at your own pace. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£455

Ditch the group tour premium and explore Egypt's legendary ancient wonders on your own terms. This 9-day self-guided itinerary follows the same iconic route — Cairo's Pyramids and Sphinx, the sleeper train to Aswan, a traditional Nile felucca night, and Luxor's Valley of the Kings — but books everything independently to slash costs dramatically. You'll stay in budget hotels and guesthouses, ride Egypt's legendary overnight trains, paddle the Nile by kayak, and wander bazaars and temples at your own pace. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£455

Experience the best of Egypt independently — the Giza Pyramids, Luxor's temples, a self-booked Nile cruise, the beaches of Sharm El Sheikh, and the landmarks of Alexandria — at a fraction of the guided tour price. This self-launched version swaps the packaged operator for direct bookings, local transport, and budget-friendly accommodation, letting you move at your own pace through one of the world's most awe-inspiring destinations. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£1,020

Experience the wonders of Ancient Egypt independently — from the Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, to a self-booked Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. This self-launched version follows the same iconic route as the Exodus group tour, swapping the guided group experience for independently booked temples, tombs and felucca rides at a fraction of the cost. Egypt is very well set up for independent travellers, with local guides, shared minibuses and budget cruise boats readily bookable on arrival or via platforms like GetYourGuide and Klook. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£620

Same ancient wonders, same Nile magic — without the premium tour price tag. This self-launched version of G Adventures' Geluxe Egypt itinerary takes you from Cairo's buzzing streets to the golden temples of Luxor, swapping private guided transport for budget flights, trains, and local taxis, and replacing luxury hotel markups with well-reviewed boutique guesthouses and budget hotels. You'll still marvel at the Great Pyramid and Sphinx, sail the Nile (on a shared felucca rather than a private dahabiya), explore Karnak and the Valley of the Kings, and share meals with locals — all for a fraction of the cost. Estimated costs are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£550