Traveling to Cairo alone? This ultimate guide is all you need!

I spent 5 amazing and fulfilling days in Cairo—exploring historical sites, making great friends, and learning about their joys and struggles. 📅 DAY 1: Arrival + Food + Exploring Old Cairo Arrive, grab a meal, and wander through the Old City. Be an observer—watch local life unfold on the bustling streets. Perfect for authentic Cairo-style city walks 🚶‍♀️. You’ll see a city caught between past glory and modern challenges—a bit chaotic but fascinating. 📅 DAY 2: Pyramids + Sphinx + Grand Egyptian Museum Seeing the Pyramids was breathtaking—they’re HUGE! 🏜️ The complex is large—plan on half a day. Afterward, head to the new Grand Egyptian Museum nearby 🏛️. You can explore it in a short time. ⚠️ Tip 1: Camel rides cost 300–400 EGP—always bargain! 🐫 Otherwise, they’ll overcharge. Still, it’s a fun experience worth trying. ⚠️ Tip 2: Basic entry ticket is enough. Entering the Great Pyramid requires crawling in heat—and the interior isn’t that special. 📅 DAY 3: Egyptian Museum + Salahuddin Citadel Egyptian Museum: Full of treasures, including mummies! 💀👑 Do your research beforehand—or you’ll just skim the surface. Local guides’ Chinese isn’t great—maybe skip that. Salahuddin Citadel: So beautiful! 💒 A popular wedding photo spot for locals—once a king’s castle. Great views + stunning architecture—must visit! Your ticket includes entry to the Military Museum—worth a quick look. 📅 DAY 4: Nile Wealthy District + Garbage City + Cave Church Nile Wealthy Area: Great for a walk—but very colonial and posh. Feels surreal. 🏙️🍃 Garbage City + Cave Church: This place shocked me. 🗑️😢 Whole neighborhoods live surrounded by trash—and at the top, there’s a church that feels like redemption. Be cautious though—safety first! 📅 DAY 5: Buffer Day / Free Exploration Not on the map? Make your own experience! I met locals and had deep conversations 💬❤️. You can also: Go to Khan El Khalili Market for souvenirs 🛍️ Drink tea with locals at night 🍵🌙 Just wander and observe daily life #Cairo #WorldTravel #OffTheBeatenPath #CairoTravel #Egypt #EgyptTravelGuide 🇪🇬✨