Overview
Hurghada is the Red Sea's easygoing beach capital. It pairs soft sand and all-day sunshine with some of the world's most colourful coral reefs, and the Eastern Desert begins right at its edge.
Duration
4 nights · 5 days
Best Time to Visit
Year-round. March to May and September to November are ideal.
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Egypt: Pharaohs, Deserts & the Red Sea →What You'll See
Giftun Island
A protected island with powder-white beaches and clear water.
Red Sea coral reefs
Home to more than 1,000 species of fish.
El Gouna
A stylish lagoon town known as the 'Venice of the Red Sea'.
Hurghada Marina
Waterfront cafés and yachts at sunset.
The Eastern Desert
Rugged mountains and Bedouin camps.
What You'll Do
- Snorkel or scuba dive on vibrant reefs
- Take a boat trip to Giftun Island and Orange Bay
- Ride a quad bike or buggy into the desert at sunset
- Enjoy a Bedouin dinner and stargazing
- See the reef from a glass-bottom boat or semi-submarine
Sample Itinerary
Day by Day
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Hurghada
Transfer to your beach resort and unwind.
- 2
Day 2
Giftun Island
Full-day boat trip with snorkelling stops and beach time at Orange Bay.
- 3
Day 3
Desert safari
Relaxed morning, then an afternoon quad safari, Bedouin village and dinner under the stars.
- 4
Day 4
El Gouna & diving
Try a guided dive or snorkel, then explore El Gouna's lagoons in the evening.
- 5
Day 5
Depart
A last swim before your transfer.
Every itinerary is fully tailor-made. We'll adjust the pace, hotels and experiences to suit you.
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