A round-trip tour from Safaga to the Hurghada Museum and city takes about 4 to 5 hours. The journey covers the roughly 60 km distance in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll explore over 1,500 historical artifacts at the museum, then tour Hurghada’s modern Marina, local fish markets, and the Al Mina Mosque.
Experience both sides of Hurghada, the traditional old town and the new, modern city, with an insightful and friendly guide. Immerse yourself in ancient Egypt by exploring over 1500 artefacts at the Hurghada Museum, which opened in February 2020.
Take a break from sightseeing and enjoy the vibrant street life while sipping a drink at a local cafe. Book the Hurghada Museum City Tour Safaga online now and secure the best price available!
Highlights on the Hurghada Museum City Tour from Safaga
- Explore over 1,500 artefacts from Ancient Egypt at the Hurghada Museum
- Discover the highlights of Hurghada in an air-conditioned vehicle
- See the largest mosque and the oldest church in Hurghada
- Get to meet local fishers at the harbour
- Enjoy a soft drink at a conventional cafe
Itinerary
A Hurghada Museum City Tour from Safaga is a highly popular day trip and cruise shore excursion that blends ancient Egyptian history with modern Red Sea culture. Safaga is located approximately 60 kilometers south of Hurghada, making this tour an easy 4 to 5-hour round-trip experience using private, air-conditioned transportation.
1. The Hurghada National Museum
This is the cultural anchor of the trip. It is the first antiquities museum in the Red Sea Governorate, housing over 1,700 authentic artifacts curated by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
- Key Exhibit: The famous “Beauty and Luxury” gallery, which showcases ancient Egyptian cosmetics, perfumes, jewelry, elaborate wigs, and royal furniture.
- Other Sections: Galleries dedicated to pharaonic sports, hunting, fishing, and musical traditions spanning across various eras of Egyptian history.
2. El Mina Mosque & Coptic Church
- A stop at the stunning, twin-minaret Al Mina Mosque highlights the architectural beauty of the city. You will also visit the historic Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Cathedral.
3. El Dahar (Old Town) & Local Markets
To see the authentic side of the city away from the beach resorts, the tour dives into the lively El Dahar district. Here, you will stroll through traditional fruit, vegetable, and spice souks, and visit the energetic local Hurghada Fish Market to watch fishermen bring in the daily catch.
4. Hurghada Marina & Panoramic Viewpoint
The tour shifts gears to the modern, upscale Hurghada New Marina, where you can walk alongside luxury yachts and seaside cafes. Most tours conclude with a drive up to the city’s highest panoramic viewpoint for sweeping views of the Red Sea coast.
What does the Hurghada Museum City Tour include?
- Pickup and drop-off from hotels in Soma Bay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh
- Transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
- Enjoy a coffee or a soft drink at a traditional cafe
- El Mina Mosque
- Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church
- Hurghada Marina boulevard
- Old fishing village and harbour
- El Daher (Old Town) souq
- Hurghada Museum
- Time for shopping
- English-speaking guide
- Service charges and taxes
What does the Hurghada Museum City Tour not include?
- Souvenirs and personal purchases
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Gratuities for the driver and guide (expected but not mandatory)
For your Hurghada Museum City Tour in Safaga, here’s a helpful list of items to bring with you
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
Booking Days of Hurghada Museum City Tour from Safaga
- Monday
- Wednesday