Daily cost breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $13 | $36 | $105 |
| Food & drink | $7 | $20 | $60 |
| Local transport | $4 | $10 | $30 |
| Activities | $5 | $14 | $40 |
| Other | $2 | $5 | $15 |
| Total per day | $31 | $85 | $250 |
How much does a trip to Egypt cost?
A 7-day trip to Egypt costs about $217–$1,750 per person (2026), roughly $31–$250 per day, from budget to luxury travel. That covers accommodation, food, local transport and activities, and excludes international flights. Figures are recorded averages per traveler.
Daily costs are per person per day, excluding international flights, two sharing a room.
Egypt trip cost quick facts
| Budget daily cost | $31 |
|---|---|
| Mid-range daily cost | $85 |
| Luxury daily cost | $250 |
| Accommodation (mid-range) | $36 / day |
| Food (mid-range) | $20 / day |
| Local transport (mid-range) | $10 / day |
| Activities (mid-range) | $14 / day |
| Currency | USD |
| Cheapest season | Summer (May–Sep) |
Average daily budget: from $31 per traveler
Budget travel
$31 / day
One week for two travelers: $434
Mid-range travel
$85 / day
One week for two travelers: $1,190
Luxury travel
$250 / day
One week for two travelers: $3,500
How much money do I need for 2 weeks in Egypt?
Per traveler for 14 days, excluding flights: budget $434, mid-range $1,190, luxury $3,500.
| Trip length | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $93 | $255 | $750 |
| 7 days | $217 | $595 | $1,750 |
| 10 days | $310 | $850 | $2,500 |
| 14 days | $434 | $1,190 | $3,500 |
| 30 days | $930 | $2,550 | $7,500 |
Is my budget enough for Egypt?
- Is $1,500 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($595) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $1,500 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,190) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($1,750) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $3,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers mid-range travel ($1,190) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 7 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($1,750) per traveler, excluding flights.
- Is $5,000 enough for 14 days? Yes, it covers luxury travel ($3,500) per traveler, excluding flights.
Egypt trip cost FAQ
- How much does a trip to Egypt cost per day?
- Recorded daily spend starts at about $31 per traveler, with a mid-range day at about $85 and a luxury day at about $250. Flights are not included.
- How much does one week in Egypt cost for two?
- At mid-range level, about $1,190 for two travelers over seven days, excluding flights.
- Is Egypt expensive to visit?
- Recorded daily costs in Egypt range from about $31 on a budget to about $250 for luxury travel per traveler. Compare it with other countries in the Guidese Trip Cost Index.
- How much money do I need for 10 days in Egypt?
- About $310 per traveler at the lowest recorded daily level, or about $850 at mid-range, excluding flights.
- What is included in the Egypt daily cost?
- Accommodation, food, local transport and activities per traveler. International flights, visas and insurance are not included.
Is Egypt cheaper than nearby countries?
Mid-range daily cost per traveler, same currency only.
| Country | Mid-range / day |
|---|---|
| Egypt | $85 |
| Morocco | $90 |
| Cape Verde | $100 |
| South Africa | $110 |
| Uganda | $119 |
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"Other" covers small daily extras such as a local SIM card, tips and small purchases.