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What are the best excursions from Hurghada?
What to see in Hurghada? Are there any day trips to Cairo from Hurghada? Answering the latter, yes, you can go on a day trip from Hurghada to Cairo. But keep in mind, that Cairo is far – more than 290 miles (460 km) one-way. That’s a cool trip to do, but it’s not the only option. There are many more exciting Hurghada tours, day trips and also excursions in Hurghada itself. After all, Hurghada is one of the top tourist destinations in Egypt.
Below are 7 of the best Hurghada tours you can book online.
See more: Best Hurghada Boat Trips
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Top-Rated Excursions From Hurghada, Egypt
What are the options? What Hurghada day trip you must not miss?
Check out some of the coolest excursions Hurghada has to offer.
1. Full-Day Trip to Cairo and Pyramids by Plane (click for more details)
A full day trip from Hurghada to Pyramids of Giza.
One of the very best excursions from Hurghada, our favorite.
No visit to Egypt is complete without a trip to the majestic city of Cairo and the Pyramids. However, if you are staying in Hurghada, getting to Cairo can be challenging, as it’s a long drive. It takes around 6 hours to get there, and then another 6 hours to drive from Cairo to Hurghada. And that’s why many tourists visiting Hurghada decide against visiting Cairo.
But you shouldn’t, really! There’s a better and faster way of getting to Cairo — there are flights from Cairo to Hurghada. And even better option is to take a guided tour of highlights of Cairo, as there are also guided tours that include flights. On a tour like this, you’ll visit the iconic Pyramids and Great Sphinx, and also the famous Egyptian Museum, and the traditional souk in the historic centre of Cairo, Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
DURATION: 16 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visiting the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
- Admiring ancient artefacts at the Egyptian Museum
- Shopping at a traditional souk in Old Cairo
Hurghada is a popular beach resort town in Egypt. It’s very popular among Europeans, especially Eastern Europeans. Hurghada is a great winter escape close to Europe, where hotels and food are relatively cheap.
2. Full-Day Tour to Cairo and Pyramids by Bus (click for more details)
Hurghada to the Pyramids guided bus tour.
It’s one of the best trips from Hurghada for the money.
If you want to visit the Pyramids of Giza and Cairo, but your budget is tighter, don’t forget that there are other options. One of these options is – a guided Hurghada Pyramids tour by bus. It’s significantly cheaper than the previous option — the tour of Cairo and Pyramids by plane. During this guided tour, you’ll visit the iconic Pyramids and Great Sphinx, and the famous Egyptian Museum which boasts one the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts in the world.
It’s cheap, yet quite exhausting as it takes whole day. But it’s doable.
DURATION: 20 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- The famous Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
- The Egyptian Museum — one of the best museums in Egypt
- Admiring the most beautiful artefacts of ancient Egypt
3. Luxor Valley Full-Day Trip (click for more details)
A full day Luxor tour from Hurghada.
It’s a day excursion by bus from Hurghada to Luxor.
Considered as one of the world’s largest open-air museums, Luxor is an iconic place to visit in Egypt. This UNESCO-listed ancient city has a large number of thousand-year-old temples, tombs, and statues. Some of Egypt’s most famous temples, tombs and monuments are located in Luxor. During your trip to Luxor with a guide, you’ll visit the iconic monuments of Luxor — the Karnak Temple, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Valley of the Kings. All of these are iconic landmarks are among the best places to visit in Egypt.
During your tour, you’ll learn more about the history and the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. Apart from that, it’s also just a very picturesque tour.
DURATION: 16 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Learning more about the history of ancient Egypt
- Seeing some of the finest historic sites in Egypt
- Visiting the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple
4. Giftun Islands & Snorkeling Boat Tour (click for more details)
A chance to go snorkelling in Hurghada.
One of the best Hurghada day tours for those who love snorkeling.
If you are visiting Hurghada, we would definitely recommend you going on a snorkeling trip. And this one here, is one of the best snorkeling tours in Hurghada. During this trip, you’ll have a chance to snorkel in pretty reefs of the Red Sea. You’ll visit Giftun Islands National Park which encompasses 2 islands and colourful reefs teeming with pretty exotic fish. And if you are lucky, you’ll spot dolphins, too!
DURATION: 8 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear waters
- Exploring the underwater world of the Red Sea
- Visiting a beautiful island
5. Full-Day Diving Tour (click for more details)
A full day diving tour in Hurghada.
If you are feeling adventurous, try diving in Hurghada! Hurghada is a popular diving destination for beginner divers. There are several dive centres in Hurghada that offer introductory dives and dive courses. However, if you are planning to dive in Hurghada, make sure the local tour guide selling diving excursions is trustworthy and experienced.
During this tour, you’ll visit two diving sites in Hurghada. You’ll go diving with on-hand instructors. You’ll have a chance to experience the beauty of the underwater world, and see the colourful fish coral reefs of the Red Sea.
The tour is suitable for beginners without a diving certification.
DURATION: 8 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Seeing the fantastic underwater world
- Learning to dive (first steps)
6. Sunset Quad Tour Along the Sea and Mountains (click for more details)
Quad bike ride in the Red Sea coastal desert.
One of the best Hurghada tours for the money.
It’s inexpensive and takes only about 4 hours – a perfect short Hurghada excursion idea. Just like Sharm el Sheikh (see Sharm el Sheikh excursions), Hurghada is surrounded by desert and is well-known for its desolate landscapes. The desert is one of the best places to visit in Hurghada, and the best way to explore it is on a quad bike. During this tour, you’ll visit the Read Sea coastal desert and its mountains during the sunset time.
You’ll watch the sun setting between the cliffs and mountains of the desert. And you’ll get a chance to admire the beautiful sea cliffs and enjoy the sea views.
DURATION: 4 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Riding a quad bike between the Red Sea mountain ranges
- Exploring the Red Sea coastal desert
- Seeing the Red Sea cliffs
- Watching the sunset in the desert
7. Jeep Safari, Camel Ride & Bedouin Village Tour (click for more details)
Desert safari with a visit to a Bedouin village.
Explore the desert on a jeep safari from Hurghada!
You’ll have a chance to see the desert up close, ride a camel and visit a Bedouin village. You’ll also go on a quick quad bike ride in the desert followed by a buggy ride. This excursion starts in the afternoon, so you’ll be able to enjoy the sunset over the desert. A delicious barbecue dinner is included in the price, too.
DURATION: 8 hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exploring the coastal desert
- Visiting a Bedouin village
- Riding a quad bike
Hurghada Travel Tips
Are you traveling to Hurghada anytime soon?
Here are some of our best Hurghada tips / Egypt tips that will help you plan your trip.
- You can get visa for Egypt on arrival. Most visitors to Egypt need an Egyptian visa. Luckily, you can get visa for Egypt on arrival. It costs 25 USD.
- Fly to Hurghada from Europe. The best way to get to Hurghada is by air. Both charter and scheduled flights operate from many European airports to Hurghada. If you want to fly to Hurghada cheaply, check out flights from London, Berlin, Hamburg, Milan, Naples, Rome, Venice, Geneva, Amsterdam or Istanbul. A number of low-cost airlines like Wizz Air, easyJet, Transavia, Pegasus operate flights to Hurghada from these cities.
- It can get cool in Hurghada. If you are traveling to Hurghada during the colder months, pack a jacket and jeans. It can get cold in the evenings.
- Cairo, and the pyramids, is far away. Hurghada is located some 470 km from Cairo. If you are planning on visiting the Pyramids, be prepared for a long day trip, even if you fly.
- Stay in Cairo for 2 or 3 days. If you’re interested in Cairo, we would recommend you to do a multi-day trip to Cairo. Fly from Hurghada to Cairo and stay there at least 2-3 days. Cairo has plenty of amazing historical landmarks and museums. In our opinion, half a day in Cairo is not enough. Here is a list of Cairo excursions.
- Luxor is another great place to visit. As it’s quite far from Hurghada, we would recommend you to go there for at least a couple of days. Day trips from Hurghada to Luxor may be exhausting due to their length.
- Choose a reliable dive centre. If you are planning to dive in Hurghada, make sure the local dive centre and the tour guide selling diving excursions is trustworthy and experienced.
- Know what to wear. If you are visiting Hurghada City, dress modestly. Yes, you can wear shorts, sundresses and bikini on a beach in Egypt, but for a visit to a city pack something more modest such as a long-sleeve dress that covers your knees, or lightweight pants, a loose T-shirt and a cardigan. If you’re planning to visit religious sites, don’t forget to pack a shawl. Men also should wear clothes that cover knees and shoulders.
Have you visited Egypt? Did you visit Hurghada? Did you do any day excursions from Hurghada? Which, in your opinion, are the best day trips from Hurghada you could recommend?
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