Things to do in Hurghada

Take a day excursion from Hurghada to see some of Egypt's finest historic sites in the Luxor Valley. Benefit from complimentary pickup and drop-off and the services of an Egyptologist guide as you explore some of the most important landmarks of Ancient Egypt. After pickup from your hotel, drive to Luxor to visit the most famous monuments in Egypt, including the Temple of Karnak. Relax over lunch at a local restaurant, then board a typical Felucca boat to cross the Nile to the City of the Dead (optional). See the impressive Colossi of Memnon, the last remnants of the Temple of Amenophis III. Be enthralled by the architecture of the Valley of the Kings, and visit the temple of Hatshepsut, one of the female rulers of Ancient Egypt.

Snorkel thorugh vibrantly colored marine life at two stunning destinations on this cruise from the Red Sea Governorate to Orange Bay and the Giftun islands. Be served a mouth-watering lunch, soft drinks, and mineral water on board. Your adventure begins when you’re picked up in the morning at your hotel and then head out for a day-long snorkeling trip to Red Sea destinations. Sail to Orange and Giftun islands, keeping an eye out for dolphins along the way. When you reach Orange Island, swim in crystal water and enjoy the white sandy beach. During the trip, you will make 2 stops for snorkeling, where you’ll see astonishing coral reefs inhabited by colorful fish. Add to your tour by adding the 20-minute massage and VR 360° snorkeling experience option or 10-minute parasailing options. Relax on the sundeck and enjoy the fresh sea breezes while cruising back to the marina and enjoy hotel drop-off after.

Embark on a relaxing cruise from Hurghada with plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel in the sea. Look out for dolphins and admire the reefs below. Enjoy lunch on deck and soak up the sunshine. Get picked up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and drive to the boat pier. Be greeted by the captain and the crew and begin your unforgettable sea voyage. Snorkel in the Red Sea, and maybe even get a chance to swim with dolphins. Your captain will take the boat to locations well-known for dolphin spotting, maintaining a respectful distance. The well-equipped boat will travel to several spots to ensure time for dolphin watching and scenic snorkeling. Marvel at the beauty of the coral and brightly colored fish. Savor a delicious lunch served up by the crew during the cruise and remember to sit back and have fun on the boat ride. Return to the boat pier in the afternoon and enjoy the convenience of a transfer back to your hotel.

Take advantage of the marvelous weather in Hurghada with a snorkeling day out on the Red Sea. Admire colorful fish and corals at two snorkeling spots before tucking into a delicious buffet lunch on the boat. Relax on the white sandy beach, swim, and take photos at Giftun Islands National Park. After hotel pickup, transfer to the yacht marina in an air-conditioned vehicle. Board the boat and relax on board, enjoying stunning views of the Red Sea. Then, stop at the first snorkeling spot, where you can snorkel along the corals, which are millions of years old, and see hundreds of fish. Return to the boat for lunch. Sample a delicious buffet with wonderful views before getting ready for the next stop: Orange Beach at Giftun Island. On arrival at Giftun Islands National Park, relax in the crystal water at the white sandy beach for 2 hours. Take photos and swim at the island beach. Then, relax on the boat and enjoy the sunshine while being served fruit. Sail to the next snorkeling spot and explore the amazing underwater world with a variety of fish and corals. Finally, board the transfer back to your hotel.

Enjoy a speed boat trip to Paradise Island and Orange Bay. Admire the most beautiful islands in the Red Sea, often called the Egyptian Caribbean, and enjoy a delicious lunch on a private tour or a shared adventure. Start your morning with a hotel pickup and board your speedboat. Jet across the sea and arrive at the islands for an afternoon of relaxation and fun.  The first stop is the island of Orange Bay, where you will spend approximately 1.5 hours. While here be surrounded by white-sand beaches and crystalline water as you lay back and work on your tan. Get social while listening to music and meet interesting people from all over the world. Zoom through the sea and arrive at Paradise Island. Spend another 1.5 hours here and have the opportunity to snorkel and explore the underwater world of the Red Sea. Enjoy lunch before heading back by speedboat to the marina.

Immerse yourself in the local culture on this day trip from Hurghada. Explore the Sahara in a spacious and air-conditioned jeep. Savor local flavors with a BBQ dinner and try Bedouin Tea. Travel through the desert on the back of a camel.   Experience an exciting jeep safari through the desert from Hurghada. You will be picked up at your hotel and driven to the Sahara. Enjoy your time away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and be amazed by the wonders of the desert. Visit a Bedouin village, where you have the opportunity to experience the culture and daily lives of the inhabitants. You can also enjoy a camel ride through the desert sand. Admire the breathtaking views and watch the beautiful sunset over the desert. Take an exciting ride on an ATV Quad across the sand followed by a buggy ride on the dunes. Enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and grilled delicacies. Listen to oriental music and watch shows with Tanoura dance and fire.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Egyptian desert on this star-gazing tour from Hurghada with hotel transfers included. Board a Jeep and take in the sunset, then ride a camel, have Bedouin tea and a BBQ dinner, and enjoy stargazing with an astronomist. Begin with pickup by Jeep to your tour starting point. Then, venture for 26 kilometers into the picturesque desert of Hurghada. Drive through the sunset observation area until you reach the Bedouin camp. Next, receive a cool and refreshing welcome drink as well as herbal Bedouin tea. Continue with your guide and experience traditional Bedouin life, including a Bedouin buffet dinner. After dinner, relish the tranquility of the desert and the millions of stars away from the noise of the city. Follow your guide on a trip to see the distant milky way represented through the stars. Finally, see some of the planets through a telescope, and learn exciting information about outer space and star science from an astronomist. Once you are done admiring the stars, return to your hotel by Jeep.

Embark on a guided tour of the historic city of Luxor and the Valley of the Kings on a guided tour from Hurghada. Visit notable sites such as the Temple of Karnak and Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon with an expert Egyptologist guide. Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Hurghada. Travel to Luxor by bus and discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt with a visit to the most beautiful sights around the city. Then, take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the Temple of Karnak and admire the columned halls, the chapels, and the sacred lake of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy lunch at a selected restaurant in Luxor before boarding a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat, to cross over the Nile River to the opposite bank. Here, you will explore the City of the Dead and the Colossi of Memnon. Admire the only remains of the Temple of Amenhotep III and visit the Valley of the Kings. Be inspired by the stunning architecture and discover the Temple of Hatshepsut, the only female ruler of ancient Egypt.

Discover the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day tour of Cairo, with round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on the long journey from Hurghada, admiring views of the Gulf of Suez. You will be accompanied by a transfer guide who will accompany you on the journey until you meet your Egyptologist guide. Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist guide will meet you and take you to Giza Plateau to see the oldest of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Get breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn the story of how the temples were constructed and hear the stories behind their legends. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion’s body and the face of the Pharaoh Khafre. Go to the Valley Temple opposite, attributed to the Pharaoh Khafre, and marvel at the feat of ancient engineering. Next, take a 30-minute break for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, drive into central Cairo to discover the artifacts at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with fast-track entry. You can also choose to add a Nile River cruise and a camel ride to your tour when booking. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum’s collections exceed 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Learn about the mummification art of Ancient Egypt before your return transfer to Hurghada. After visiting all the attractions, enjoy a shopping stop before beginning the journey back to Hurghada.

Embark on a guided tour of Hurghada on quad bikes and glide through the Red Sea desert at break-neck speeds. Choose between options including a sunset tour, a tour that focuses on the scenery of the sea and mountains, and more. Following pickup from your hotel, head to the starting point of the tour. You will get a briefing about the program from a multilingual professional guide. They will help you to set up the driving equipment. Then, drive in a group following your guide through the Red Sea Desert. Enjoy the views during an amazing route through hills and by the mountains. Customize your tour route and what you see by choosing from several tour options: Choose the morning tour option to ride on a single or double quad along the sea, visit the sea cliffs, and capture views under the morning sun. The sea and mountains option takes you on a 20-minute buggy ride and a 45-minute quad ride along the sea and mountains. If you’d like an experience later in the day, book the sunset tour option, available with single or double quads. Watch the sun set between the mountains and enjoy a photo session on the beach before driving to other spots to see the corals from above. For a family option, choose the private 4-person buggy option, perfect for a family-sized adventure.