Hurghada offers the best of Egypt’s wonders of the Red Sea and ease of access to Cairo, Luxor and Aswan to see the impressive monuments in these towns. Once you can peel yourself away from the sunlounger, you can dive among some of the most vibrant reefs on the planet, rumble through the desert in an off-road safari or discover some of the greatest treasures of the ancient world. And if you fancy keeping it local, there are city tours of Hurghada and a visit to the Turkish baths to look forward to. This article will provide information about Hurghada Group Excursions and how to book them.
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Top Things to Do in Hurghada
Hurghada city tour
It was not so long ago that Hurghada was a quiet fishing village. But you get an aromatic reminder when you arrive by the port, where the raucous fish market is a hive of activity. Just opposite the market is the vast Al-Mina Mosque. Also worth a look is the Coptic church of St Shenouda. Its glistening geometric shapes have made it a favourite of Instagrammers. But the highlight is the shopping. Have a poke around the souk, soaking up the atmosphere and haggling with vendors. And if you can’t make it to heritage sites on the Nile, the Hurghada Museum has a collection of priceless artefacts dating as far back as the pharaohs.
Snorkelling or diving in the Red Sea
With kaleidoscopic reefs and shoals of rainbow-coloured fish, the name Red Sea falls far short of describing the wealth of colours you’ll discover under the waves. There are countless species of invertebrates waiting to be found. Many boat tours head out to the Carless Reef or to dive sites around the Abu Nuhas Reef, with diving and snorkelling options available. Meanwhile, other boats have glass-bottom hulls, allowing you to see the underwater kingdom without getting wet.
Sea trips inside the city
- Scuba diving in Hurghada
- Excursion to the Giftun Island
- Boat trip to the Dolphin Bay
- Excursion on the semi-submarine
- A Fishing trip in Hurghada
- Sindbad submarine sea trip
- Also, a Boat trip to Paradise Beach on Giftun Island
Boat trips to nearby resorts
- Excursion to Sharm El-Naga Beach
- Sea trip to Utopia Island in Safaga
- Tour to the Egyptian Venice El-Gouna
- Also, Excursion Super El-Gouna
Zoom off on a desert safari and visit a Bedouin camp
The Sahara is a stone’s throw away from Hurghada, and there’s no better way to explore it than an off-road safari. Sand buggies, quads, ATVs. There are options for almost every day of the week. The hills west of the city are the stomping ground for these adrenaline-pumping experiences, with many stopping in Bedouin camps for tea and the chance to meet members of the nomadic groups who’ve roamed the desert here for centuries.
- Quad biking in the desert for three hours
- Quad biking in the desert for five hours
- Mega Safari in the Desert
- Also, Super Jeep Safari
Journey to Ancient Egypt in Luxor
Luxor is the world’s most incredible open-air museum and is worth the trip to Egypt alone. And its setting, on the banks of the Nile, is the icing on the cake. Luxor’s attractions are like a roll-call of ancient Egypt’s top treasures. The Memorial Temple of Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, the Colossi of Memnon, the Tombs of the Nobles, the Precinct of Amun-Re and the Luxor Temple are some better-known ones. And for a snapshot of the riches unearthed by archaeologists nearby, the Luxor Museum has an unbeatable collection of artefacts.
- Luxor – Valley of Queens
- Luxor – Valley of Kings
- Dendera-Luxor from Hurghada
- Cairo-Giza from Hurghada
- Also, Cairo-Alexandria from Hurghada
Turkish bath experience
Egypt was under Ottoman control for three centuries, and one of their legacies remains immensely popular today. The hammam, also known as Turkish baths, is a focal point of many communities – an opportunity to ‘get away from it all’. Steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and massages are just some relaxing experiences you can expect to enjoy.
Boat trip to the Giftun Islands
If anywhere deserves to be called a ‘desert island’, it’s the three islands of the Giftun archipelago. These sand-covered islets float in shallow, translucent waters just off Hurghada, making for an ideal day trip. You can laze on the beach or nurse a drink in one of the reed-roofed beach clubs. Or, best of all, put your snorkel mask on and explore the spectacular reefs teeming with marine life.
Hurghada Entertainment excursions
- Excursion to the Grand Aquarium
- Horseback riding in Hurghada
- And one to the dolphinarium
- Also, a Trip to Jungle Water-park
























































































