Want to travel Egypt independently but not sure how to go about it? This honest, first-timer guide has you covered. Learn how to navigate Egypt from Cairo to Aswan on your own terms, including the best routes to take, how to book tours without a package, common scams (and how to handle them), plus all the practical tips you need for transport, money, packing, and more.
Everyone said 'just book a package tour for Egypt, it's the same price anyway and much better.' But we found that hard to believe and wanted to know if that was actually true. So we went DIY and compared real costs, guide quality, and the 'hassle factor' everyone warns about. Spoiler: the conventional wisdom might be wrong.
Discover how to travel Egypt independently with our 9-day DIY Egypt itinerary. From Luxor temples to Abu Simbel and the Giza Pyramids, avoid package tours, save money and explore at your own pace.