Egypt does not have to be expensive. These low-cost holidays keep the price down with efficient routes and a sensible mix of guided days and free time, while every tour stays private with a licensed guide.

Choose a short trip such as the 4-day Cairo and Alexandria package, a mid-length option like the 7-day Pyramids and Nile cruise holiday or the 8-day student trip, or a 12- or 13-day budget tour that adds the Red Sea. There are also packages planned for women travelling alone.

Each price includes airport transfers, guiding and the tours listed in the itinerary, so you know the cost before you travel. Not sure when to go? Our guide to the best time to visit Egypt shows the quieter, better-value months.