Cost breakdown · Backpacker · 3 days
What a 3-day backpacker trip to Cairo actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Cairo, Egypt. Hostels, street food, public transport, and the cheapest signature experience that's still worth it.
All-in for two
€877
≈ €439 per person · includes a 15% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €280 (AMS → destination) | €560 |
Hotel 3 nights · €15/night | €45 |
Food & drink 3 days · 2 people · €10/person/day | €60 |
1 signature activity 2 × €25 × 1 | €50 |
Local transit 3 days · 2 people · ~€3/person/day | €18 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €30 |
| Subtotal | €763 |
| Buffer (15%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €114 |
| All-in total | €877 |
How we got these numbers
All figures come from the curated TravelM8 pricing table — editorial estimates cross-referenced from official tourism boards, public OTA listings (Booking, Hostelworld, Skyscanner, GetYourGuide), and recent traveler reports. Not live quotes. Real prices for your specific dates may swing ±15–20%. Last reviewed: 2026-04-26. Full methodology →
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