Egypt · TOURS IN HURGHADA

Hurghada Excursions: The 15 Best Reef and Desert Days

169 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Hurghada is a reef, a desert and a launchpad for the rest of Egypt. The 15 below cover the island boats, the quad runs, the dive days and the long hauls to Luxor and Cairo, each priced and honest about the hours involved.

From Hurghada: Cairo and Giza Highlights Full-Day Tour - The pre-dawn pickup from Hurghada
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From Hurghada: Cairo and Giza Highlights Full-Day Tour

1.Cairo and Giza Highlights Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,014 reviews · 15 - 20 hours · from $76Our pick

Leave Hurghada before dawn for a small-group Cairo tour with an English Egyptologist guide. Visit Giza, the Sphinx, Valley Temple, lunch, and the Egyptian Museum, or choose the Grand Egyptian Museum option. Guides such as Ahmed Rabea, Ragab, Mustafa Salah, Noura, and Tamer are praised for clear explanations and helpful photos. Optional camel rides and a Nile boat trip cost extra.

“The guide noura was lovely so polite and helpful very friendly gave me a lot of info which I loved and the driver Mahmoud was them same such lovely people”

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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch - Orange Bay before the crowds arrive
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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

2.Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,451 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada with guides such as Andrew and Mostafa. Visit Orange Bay early, snorkel at two Red Sea sites, enjoy a buffet lunch, try a banana boat ride, and receive a back massage. Hotel pickup, equipment, drinks, snacks, and life jackets are included.

“Very relaxed, boat was lovely and clean. The food on board was great.”

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Hurghada: Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch - Getting to the boat in Hurghada
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Hurghada: Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch

3.Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,345 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $34

Spend 7 to 8 hours on a Red Sea cruise from Hurghada, with breakfast, lunch, unlimited soft drinks, two snorkeling stops, and two hours at Orange Bay. Guides such as Abdul, Nemo, and Arabi help first-time swimmers feel safe. Banana boat or sofa rides add a bit of fun, though wind can cancel them.

“So lovely, particulary Snorckeling and lunch. Abdou was un amazong guide !”

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Hurghada: Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop - What the two-hour schedule feels like
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Hurghada: Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop

4.Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,637 reviews · 2 hours · from $21

From Hurghada Marina, you cruise to a nearby reef, spend about 45 minutes in an air-conditioned observation deck three meters below the surface, then snorkel for 20 minutes. Guides such as Mina, Mohammed, Maged, and Ahmed help with the experience. Hotel pickup is optional, and snorkeling gear may cost extra.

“Mohamed and Ahmed are the best ♤◇ The trip was really relaxing and we feel very good with them.😊”

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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch - Getting from your hotel to the Red Sea
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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

5.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

Spend eight hours at sea with Go Shalabi, visiting Orange Bay, Giftun Island, and Magawish. You get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Ashraf, Ahmed, Talal, and Sabry help beginners in the water, while the shaded yacht gives non-swimmers a comfortable place to relax.

“Absolutely amazing value for your money, the guides were lively, entertaining and very helpful. Unlimited drinks, very nice freshly cooked food, one of the best days we had whilst here, would recommend to anyone.”

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Hurghada or Makadi: Discover the Magic of Dolphin House - Two Red Sea snorkeling stops
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Hurghada or Makadi: Discover the Magic of Dolphin House

6.Discover the Magic of Dolphin House

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,198 reviews · from $27

Join FLY NEMO TOURS for a full-day Red Sea boat trip from Hurghada or Makadi. You’ll search for dolphins, snorkel at two sites, ride a sofa boat, enjoy lunch and drinks, and relax on deck. Guides including Mohamed, Adam, Sherif, and Phillip are praised for friendly, attentive help. Dolphin swimming lasts 15 to 20 minutes when conditions allow.

“We had an amazing experience at Dolphin House! 🐬 The whole trip was well organized from start to finish. Pick-up was on time, the boat was clean and comfortable, and the crew made sure everyone felt safe and welcome. Snorkeling in the clear blue water was unforgettable – we saw dolphins up close and plenty of colorful fish. The guides were very professional, friendly, and helpful, always checking that we had everything we needed. Lunch on board was tasty and there were plenty of drinks available throughout the day. It was a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Hurghada or Makadi – a truly memorable…”

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Sindbad Submarines - Hurghada (Egypt) - 2 Hours - Why the submarine works so well for families
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Sindbad Submarines – Hurghada (Egypt) – 2 Hours

7.Sindbad Submarines – Hurghada (Egypt) – 2 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,985 reviews · from $75Top rated

Ride a 44-seat Sindbad submarine to 25 meters below Hurghada, where round windows reveal coral, reef fish, rays, and a sunken ship. The air-conditioned trip includes hotel transfers, soft drinks, and a boat ride to the submarine. It suits families and non-swimmers, though photo sales and pickup delays can affect the day.

“It’s a bit pricey, yes, (compared to other local excursions) but you are having the unique experience of going down in an actual submarine - a great way to view the Red Sea both on the water and underwater, without having to get wet.”

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Hurghada: Quad Bike Tour of the Desert and Red Sea - Sunrise gives you the best light
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Hurghada: Quad Bike Tour of the Desert and Red Sea

8.Quad Bike Tour of the Desert and Red Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,087 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $14

Ride for two hours across Hurghada’s desert with a safety briefing, helmet, photo stops, and a short camel ride. Choose sunrise with breakfast, a quad and horse combo, or sunset with dinner, a show, and stargazing. Shared transfers are available, while private guides and longer camel rides cost extra.

“Great fun activity. Friendly guides. Absolute must in Hurghada.”

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Hurghada: Luxury VIP Hammam & Spa with Transfer & Drink - Getting there from Hurghada and the resort coast
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Hurghada: Luxury VIP Hammam & Spa with Transfer & Drink

9.Luxury VIP Hammam & Spa with Transfer & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,874 reviews · from $28

Spend about two hours at a Hurghada hammam with hotel transfer, salt room, sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, scrub, clay mask, and 45-minute massage. Choose a shared program, private massage, or VIP room. Separate changing areas and private options suit couples, women, and anyone seeking more seclusion.

“The best spa I ever been in What a beautiful & magnificent place❤️”

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Hurghada: Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride with Optional GoPro - Choosing between the fast and slower groups
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Hurghada: Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride with Optional GoPro

10.Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride with Optional GoPro

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,840 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $14

You’ll ride a quad for about two hours through Hurghada’s desert, with safety training, photo stops, and a short camel ride. Guides such as Karim, Aladdin, and Salma are praised for patient support. Choose a fast or slower group, add GoPro footage, or extend the outing with dinner, a show, and stargazing.

“We had the best time doing this!! The guides were lovely and the boys taking the photos were amazing at what they do! We went in the fast group and it was so fun stopping at lots of points for photos and watching the sunset on the beach, couldn’t recommend this more ❤️”

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Hurghada: Desert Quad Bike and Buggy Adventure with Transfer - Quad biking across Hurghada’s desert
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Hurghada: Desert Quad Bike and Buggy Adventure with Transfer

11.Desert Quad Bike and Buggy Adventure with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,567 reviews · from $22

You’ll ride a quad or buggy across Hurghada’s desert with guides such as Youssef, Omar, Hassan, and Mo, then visit a Bedouin village for tea, bread baking, and a short camel ride. Choose a morning, sunset, dinner, express, or stargazing option. Hotel transfers, helmets, water, and selected meals are included.

“Omar and the crew were very patient and helpful as it was my first time on a quad bike. This was a wonderful experience”

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Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van - The 4:00 am pickup and the road to Luxor
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Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van

12.Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,470 reviews · from $35

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a small group of up to 15, with hotel pickup, lunch, and an Egyptologist guide. Visit Karnak Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepsut’s temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Ahmed, Nana, Nazer, and Khaled are known for lively explanations. Entrance fees may require an upgrade.

“Great trip. Our guide was Ahmed and was great throughout. He really made sure we maximised our time.”

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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane - The Egyptian Museum before the pyramids
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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

13.Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,415 reviews · from $275

Fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a full day at the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili. Your guide, often praised guides such as Ahmed Hassan, Sherif, or Ahmed Wahib, handles transport, tickets, lunch, and airport transfers. Optional extras include the Great Pyramid, camel ride, Nile cruise, photographer, and scarf.

“Mohammed Amin was very knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable he’s expertise really made the trip amazing. Definitely recommend”

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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip - Sunrise over the Egyptian desert
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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

14.Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,271 reviews · from $93

Leave Hurghada before sunrise for Cairo with an air-conditioned van, two drivers, and an Egyptologist guide such as Sarwat, Mo, or Ahmed Hassan. Visit the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, eat lunch at a local restaurant, and add a Nile boat ride or Great Pyramid interior visit if selected.

“The tour was extremely well organised, the day flowed really smoothly giving plenty of time for each activity. Ahmed the tour guide was very knowledgeable and just amazing all round. He really made the day special, always going above and beyond, making sure we were comfortable at all times and had plenty of water and shade. We couldn’t recommend this tour enough.”

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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming - The desert ride across Hurghada’s dry interior
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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

15.Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,198 reviews · from $20

Start with hotel pickup and a safety briefing before riding through Hurghada’s desert and along the Red Sea. Choose the swim option for about an hour in the water with your horse. Guides such as Karim, Keo, Ameen, and Sasa help beginners, take photos, and keep the pace friendly.

“It was a very good experience. The driver came on time to pick us up. The horses were healthy and it was an amazing experience. Our guide was Kareem who was pleasant and friendly and ensured we were comfortable all through the experience. The best part for me was the swimming with the horses. It was really great, loved it!”

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★ 4.2Full Body Therapeutic Massage with TransferFrom $23176 reviews
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★ 4.36-Hour Jeep Desert Safari, Dinner, and ShowFrom $34175 reviews
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