You need a visa to enter Egypt, and this will cost you between $15 to $65, depending on which country you are from. Check the price of a visa before you leave so you know how much to set aside.
Getting a place to stay in Egypt can range from cheap to pretty expensive. If you want something top-notch, it could cost over $100 a night. But if you're willing to stay someplace off the beaten path, it could be as little as $5, while $15 to $20 will get you a private room with your own bathroom. Find out how much your room will cost in advance so you have the money on hand.
Food is also cheap in Egypt, if you eat where the locals do. For breakfast, lunch and dinner you will only need to set aside about $10 to $15, maybe less. However, if you want to eat at more refined restaurants, be prepared to spend around $10 to $20 per meal.
Egypt's attractions are the most expensive thing in the country for tourists, in most cases. A day at the National Museum will cost $30, while a trip to the pyramids of Giza will cost $50, not to mention the additional costs if you want to enter the pyramids.
Keep in mind that each attraction charges separately. In order to know how much money to set aside, you must decide which attractions you want to see beforehand and budget for them.
Buses, minibuses, shared taxis and trains are cheap. If you travel this route, you can expect to spend about $6 to $10 a day, depending on where you are traveling to.
Of course, you want some mementos to take home from your trip to Egypt. Buying souvenirs for all of your friends and family is fairly inexpensive if you shop at bazaars. Set aside about $50 for souvenirs and that should be fine, unless you want to buy an expensive Egyptian rug.
Haggling is expected in Egypt, so never pay full price, as you will be over-charged.
